Starting October 1, The Living Desert will become a cashless facility. For your convenience, reverse ATMs will be available on-site to convert cash to a prepaid debit card for a $1 transaction fee. Click here to learn more.
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Step into the wonders of the natural world with our one-day ZooCamp. Watch your child's curiosity soar with thrilling wildlife adventures, up-close animal encounters, and imaginative arts and crafts. Throughout the day, they will dive into the hands-on activities, including exciting STEAM projects that foster a deep connection to the environment. This camp offers an unforgettable experience, allowing young explorers to discover, learn, and have a blast. Sign up today and let the wild journey of fun and discovery begin!
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members.
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members.
Members are invited to hear Dr. Anna Young share her insights on the vital topic of bird conservation. Following the presentation, members are invited to a relaxing sip and stroll through our scenic grounds with a cup of bird-safe coffee — ethically sourced to protect bird habitats.
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members.
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members.
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members.
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members.
The Living Desert invites you to attend our Fifth Annual International Desert Conservation Summit from January 16-18, 2026. This year’s Summit will showcase a collection of leading-edge conservation experts from around the world dedicated to saving the animals, plants, and communities that call the desert home. This year, we will be awarding ten heroes from esteemed conservation organizations a total of more than $180,000 to further their impact on desert conservation.
The Living Desert invites you to attend our Fifth Annual International Desert Conservation Summit from January 16-18, 2026. This year’s Summit will showcase a collection of leading-edge conservation experts from around the world dedicated to saving the animals, plants, and communities that call the desert home. This year, we will be awarding ten heroes from esteemed conservation organizations a total of more than $180,000 to further their impact on desert conservation.
The Living Desert invites you to attend our Fifth Annual International Desert Conservation Summit from January 16-18, 2026. This year’s Summit will showcase a collection of leading-edge conservation experts from around the world dedicated to saving the animals, plants, and communities that call the desert home. This year, we will be awarding ten heroes from esteemed conservation organizations a total of more than $180,000 to further their impact on desert conservation.
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members.
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members.
Unleash your inner child at Wild at Heart — ZooCamp for Adults at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens! Dive into the fascinating world of desert animals and conservation through immersive, hands-on experiences with our incredible zoo professionals. Get up-close and personal with some of nature's most intriguing creatures, participate in unique animal encounters, and engage in creative crafts and fun activities designed to spark your imagination and passion for wildlife. Whether you're a lifelong animal lover or just looking for a new adventure, Wild at Heart offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of the desert and the importance of preserving its inhabitants.
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members.
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members.
The Garden’s Summer Camps are back! Register your child to one of three drop-off camps that will encourage the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts, conservationists and environmental scientists.
Join us for a special presentation featuring Dr. James Danoff-Burg, Vice President of Conservation at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, to learn about the Desert Tortoise Headstart Program.
Be among the first to meet The Living Desert Zoo’s new troop of patas monkeys at the grand opening of their renovated Village WaTuTu habitat on Saturday, November 1 at 10:00a.m.!
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members.
Experience a unique, members-only Pilates mat class led by expert instructor Nigel Sampson—surrounded by the sights and sounds of the zoo for a morning of mindful movement in nature.
Park guests are invited to join us from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the Living Legacy Garden for tortoise-themed activities, conservation conversations, and more!
Unleash your inner child at Wild at Heart — ZooCamp for Adults at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens! Dive into the fascinating world of desert animals and conservation through immersive, hands-on experiences with our incredible zoo professionals. Get...
Join The Living Desert’s Membership Team for an exclusive members-only hike through the nature preserve — choose between the leisurely 1.5-mile Adventure Loop or the challenging 5-mile Wilderness Loop and explore the desert’s beauty like never before...
Designed for budding naturalists in grades K-6, our three-day ZooCamp is a hands-on gateway to the wonders of the natural world! Watch your child’s curiosity soar as they engage in exciting wildlife adventures, from up-close animal encounters to crea...
Presented by the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation, WildLights is back and brighter than ever — and you can be the first to see it! This year’s event features dazzling photo-ops are all throughout the park, and nightly holiday music keeps the che...
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime tr...
Join us for Meet the Keeper: Primate in the Fast Lane! This presentation will be with one of our animal care teams as they discuss how they care for and provide enriching experiences for the Patas monkeys.
Discover the world of giraffe conservation in a special presentation with Katie Shaw, The Living Desert's Conservation Social Scientist. Learn how our team is taking action to help protect giraffes and combat their silent extinction.
Step into the wonders of the natural world with our one-day ZooCamp. Watch your child's curiosity soar with thrilling wildlife adventures, up-close animal encounters, and imaginative arts and crafts. Throughout the day, they will dive into the hands-...
Members are invited to hear Dr. Anna Young share her insights on the vital topic of bird conservation. Following the presentation, members are invited to a relaxing sip and stroll through our scenic grounds with a cup of bird-safe coffee — ethically...
The Living Desert invites you to attend our Fifth Annual International Desert Conservation Summit from January 16-18, 2026. This year’s Summit will showcase a collection of leading-edge conservation experts from around the world dedicated to saving t...
Join The Living Desert's conservation team for a presentation on the vital role of pollinators here in the valley, practical ways to help by planting native plant species, and the Zoo's conservation efforts at home and abroad.