Hogle Zoo

Zoo Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

What to expect

Utah's Hogle Zoo is a 42-acre zoo located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The zoo is home to over 800 animals representing 249 species and is one of the largest zoos in the Intermountain West. It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA). The zoo features various exhibits, including the Small Animal Building, which is one of the few exhibits left in North American zoos dedicated to small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and birds. The zoo also offers paid experiences such as tours and encounters, allowing visitors to get a closer look at the animals and areas not visible to the general public

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the zoo and took a fun little train ride around the zoo

Highlights: The kids loved the animal feedings and encounters, and we all enjoyed the elephant encounter and giraffe feeding ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Hogle Zoo, exploring the exhibits and seeing the various animals

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the different animals and the opportunity to learn about conservation ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We spent an afternoon at Hogle Zoo, exploring the exhibits and seeing all the animals

Highlights: The kids loved the zoo, especially the fact that it wasn't as spread out as other zoos we've been to. We also enjoyed the exhibits ✨