The Alaska Zoo is a nonprofit dedicated to conservation, education, research and community enrichment. Located just 15 minutes south of downtown Anchorage, the zoo is in a natural setting and is home to almost 50 Arctic and sub-arctic species. This large array of animals includes polar bears, brown bears, black bears, an Amur tiger, moose, snow leopards, lynx, wolves, muskox, wolverines, martens, mountain goats, bald eagles, owls and more. Most of the zoo’s animal residents were orphaned or injured in the wild with a few being non-native cold climate species in need of homes from zoos outside of Alaska.
While it is a great place to “wander and watch,” many visitors take advantage of the summer tours and feeding experiences provided by staff between Memorial Day and Labor Day. For more information about the Alaska Zoo, programs, special events and opportunities to support the Zoo visit their website at www.alaskazoo.org.
The Alaska Zoo is open year-round and is active on social media where they post frequent updates on programs and schedules. For current hours and information, visit the rates and hours page on their website.
Video Courtesy: Dmitry Surnin/Alaska Channel
