Mill Mountain Zoo, Roanoke, Va
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Mill Mountain Zoo is located in Roanoke, Virginia near the Mill Mountain Park and Star. The park is operated by the City of Roanoke while the zoo is operated by another entity.
Waymark Code: WMM4FN
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 07/20/2014
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Welcome to the Mill Mountain Zoo
Mill Mountain Zoo is home to more than 175 animals including mammals, birds, reptiles and invertebrates - including 21 vulnerable species! The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
On top of Roanoke's Mill Mountain, off the Blue Ridge Parkway and alongside the famous Roanoke Star, is a five acre zoo that exhibits 50 plus species of mammals, birds and reptiles. Animals include a Siberian Tiger, Snow Leopards, Red Pandas, Japanese Macaques, Bald Eagle and much more. Special events and educational programs throughout the year, picnic facilities, wildflower garden and a breathtaking overlook view of the Roanoke Valley. Birthday parties and after-hour rentals available. ZooChoo train rides additional cost. Open daily-year round (closed December 25th) hours 10am-4:30pm (grounds close at 5pm). Children under 2 are free; 3-11 are $5; Adults are $7.50
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