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I go to zoo buddies ($3 for my kiddo and me) and Zoo for Tots ($8). They are both weekly events during the summer. Great way to get out and meet other kids and their grownups in the community. Check out the events on Facebook for all the details. But there's a reading program from Marshall library at the playground (zoo buddies) and there's a weekly story, craft, and animal encounter (zoo for tots) during the summer... Maybe longer? I'm not quite sure. I give four stars because I saw animals there that are from this area except, in a cage and it breaks my heart. Especially birds in cages that can't fly or fly far. I wish the zoo was more like The Living Desert (Palm Springs, CA). Most, if not all, of the animals there have been hurt and cannot be released into the wild. It doesn't make me sad to see an American Bald Eagle in a cage because it's wing was broken and it cannot fly. They even have animals that were once domesticated and eventually were abandoned or attacked their owners. Zoos need to make changes just like circuses are. There are plenty of hurt animals who don't get second chances at life, let's stop breeding animals to be put behind bars. I do appreciate all the programs that are available to the community. They are really fun.
Cameo CurnuttCameo Curnutt
20
If you're looking for a fun time bring your family over to the zoo you can definitely tell her explain it and they're doing some updating however your experience still pretty good over there when we went all the animals were very active out and about. They have a peacock that likes to just wander around the park so it might his own business. I personally like to go when the park is free when is Free Zoo day here in Pocatello. My personly have been to many zoo's I like to collect the magnets from the different zoo's and they finally started selling magnets and this one is not that bad of a Zoo it's not as big as other cities but it's still pretty fun especially how so close to Ross Park. They do have a play area for little kids. The only downside I see currently is that when it's free zoo Day Parking can be kind of tight.
Ryan MisnerRyan Misner
10
I’ve seen hoarder houses that took better care of their animals. There’s no water, no enrichment, barely any shade, no grass and plants, wood chips are not for enclosures. Many animals look starved and very dehydrated. It is the middle of July and there are animals losing literal chunks of hair that is either just falling off in clumps or matted. The elk have bald spots on their hides that look like it’s from rubbing on the fence over and over. The grizzly bear looks like roadkill. Even the free roaming peacocks are missing most if not all their tails. The badger was overheated. The TWO black bears are in an enclosure smaller than my living room. If you don’t have enough money to properly take care of animals, don’t have them. It really is that simple. Paths were not maintained and neither were the surrounding areas.
Tiffany ClementsTiffany Clements
30
My 2 year old who loves animals was so tired from all the walking it was hard for him to enjoy the little animals we saw that were not sleeping or out of their holes. We hardly saw any animals and honestly was not impressed at all. If you love to walk this is for you and if you want to be attached by bugs and spiders like this one of many my son was not happy about great but it’s a no from us. Also paint of signs were worn and couldn’t even read some of the signs. A lot of the animals were not out so I have no pics but bummer. Also locals at the hotel were staying in said their is a zoo 40 min away from this that is 90% better and more animals so if you want to drive the extra 40 min I would recommend that because I think this would be good on a day all the animals are out… maybe ? For $6
BreeBree
10
We stopped by this zoo on our way out of Pocatello, and it was worth it. I'm a huge fan of zoos, and the grizzly bear exhibit was probably the best I've ever seen. Nice and spacious with cool water features. The two Grizzlies in the exhibit seemed really happy, as well. There were a couple of exhibits that were really small, and you can tell it was affecting the animals' happiness. That's the reason for the three stars. That being said, we did notice a lot of construction on new exhibits/paths for the guests so it seems as though plans are in place for those small exhibits. We paid $13 for two people, which is phenomenal. I would even say that the price is too low. We would have happily paid $10 per person.
Max HamiltonMax Hamilton
60
It's an average small city zoo that doesn't receive enough funding(or visitors)for upgrades. Sad really. Some animals like the bison and bear cubs (located in the far back, be prepared for a hike) have it pretty good. The bald eagle loves to talk and they are working on his cage upgrade. Others like the mountain lion, black bears and badger live in cement and steal cages. I was disappointed with the lack of direction, no maps and no arrows. The kid at the check in lacked customer service skills and offered little information. Please don't let this discourage you from checking out this Zoo. They need visitors so they can get the upgrades the animals deserve.
Tara MarieTara Marie
20
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Address
3000 S 2nd Ave, Pocatello, ID 83204, United States
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+1 208-234-6264
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zooidaho.org
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4.1
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outdoor
family friendly
Description
Zoo Idaho is a zoo in Pocatello, Idaho, that features animals native to the Intermountain West and has been open since 1932. The zoo has more than 100 animals representing about 40 different species. "It is one of two zoos in the United States specializing in animals native to the Intermountain West."
attractions: Ross Park Aquatic Complex, Bannock County Historical Complex, Bannock County Historical Complex, restaurants: The Sand Trap, Blue Heeler
