Visiting the Zoo

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Zoo admission is free for everyone!

Zoo policies

All of our critters are excited to see you! Please be aware of the following before your visit:

  • No outside food (exceptions for infant formula and bottled water).
  • Do not touch, pet or feed the animals.
  • Check out our awesome gift shop for the latest Spring River Zoo merchandise.
  • Last entrance is at 3 p.m.
  • The park adjacent to the zoo is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. No arrivals after 3 p.m., please.

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Butterfly garden opens: Zoo supporters, along with Mayor Tim Jennings and Director John Wright, cut the ribbon on the Butterfly Garden May 5. The Butterfly Garden opened May 7 to the public. The exhibit repurposes a decades-dormant aviary exhibit and teaches about butterflies and the role of native plants in providing habitats.

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Zoo Year in Review

There were many activities and improvements at Spring River Zoo in 2021! Take a look at the zoo's Year in Review Report

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Contact Us

Phone: 575-624-6760
Email: zoo@roswell-nm.gov