The Wild is Waiting

Discover the wonder of the world’s deserts at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens.

Ticket Pricing

Adult (18+):

$39.95

Child/Youth (3-17):

$29.95

Children under 3 years old are free.

Become a Member at The Living Desert!

Get free admission for one year, access to exclusive member-only programming and events, discounted tours, camps, and experiences, and MORE!

Your membership pays for itself in as few as two visits.

 

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October 1 - May 31

8:00am – 5:00pm

Last admission at 4:00pm

June 1 - September 30

7:00am – 1:30pm

Last admission at 12:30pm

Today at the Zoo

Join us for Keeper Connections for an interactive opportunity to learn more about the animals in our care from an animal care expert!
Featured:

Mountain Lion Connection at Eagle Canyon – 10:30am

Zoo Location

Parking for The Living Desert is free.

Zoo News

Join Coyote Peterson for the International Desert Conservation...

Latest Happenings
Deserts are home to some of the most unique and resilient species on Earth, but desert wildlife is in trouble. Rising temperatures and habitat loss are making…
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‘Twenty-Four and Many More: Conservation Highlights from 2024

Conservation
2024 has been a year of milestones and new beginnings for all of us here at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Thanks to your support, we’ve…
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Scroll Down Memory Lane

Latest Happenings
We’re counting down to 2025 with some of your favorite memories from this past year! We played hard… And we rested hard too. We made big strides…
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Veterinary Care Update: Nia

Animal Care & Wellbeing
Can a rhino go to the doctor? Not exactly — but when you’re as special as Nia, the doctors come to you! As you may know, Nia,…
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Your support makes a difference! Together, we are saving species and protecting their natural habitats in deserts, here and around the world.