Seattle | Hidden Gem on the Eastside – Cougar Mountain Zoo

A true hidden gem! Located in Issaquah, the Cougar Mountain Zoo may be compact, but it’s beautifully designed—perfect for a relaxed outing 👶. Set on a hillside, it also offers stunning mountain and lake views 💯. 🎫 Admission: Adults: $18 Children (3-12): $15 Seniors (62+): $16 Kids under 3: Free 🦙 Animal Feeding: For just $2, you can get a small cup of apples to feed select animals. Check the map provided at the entrance—feeding is allowed for elk, ostriches, kangaroos, deer, alpacas, and cranes 🦌🦘🦙🦩. 🧚🏻‍♀️ Activities: Mini animal lectures are held at different times daily 🐾. Reindeer Festival every December 🦌. Special birthday celebrations for zoo animals! When we visited, it was a turtle’s birthday 🐢—complete with kid-friendly games and prizes 🥰. 📍 19525 SE 54th St, Issaquah, WA 98027 🅿️ Free parking available at the entrance. #Seattle #SeattleLife #SeattleDaily #SeattleTravel #SeattleWeekend #Zoo #SeattleArea# Cougar Mountain Zoo#animal#Seattle guide