Pueblo Zoo

Pueblo Zoo is okay for a quick visit of an hour or so, especially with young children. The staff seem to care about the animals, and the zoo is clean and easy to walk through. However, there are not many animals compared to other zoos, and several exhibits feel outdated and in need of renovation. I was also surprised that there isn't a zebra, even though a zebra appears in the zoo's logo. The zoo has potential, but it would benefit from more animals and updated facilities to make the experience more memorable. Overall, it's worth a visit if you're in the area, but there is definitely room for improvement.

Holly, this one is for you! We visited on Mother’s Day for the moms-get-in-free special, and what started as a fun day at the zoo turned into one of our favorite experiences. It was a beautiful day, and we found ourselves spending the most time with Freedom. By pure luck, Holly happened to walk by. We casually asked if she knew anything about Freedom, and wow… did she! She shared so much about Freedom’s story, her species, and answered every question with so much passion and care. You could tell this isn’t just a job—it’s something she truly loves. That interaction made such an impact on us that we ended up purchasing a membership before we left. We can’t wait to come back, visit Freedom again, and hopefully run into Holly for another incredible conversation. Thank you for making our visit so memorable. Employees like you are what turn a great zoo into an unforgettable experience.

A friend and I went soon after the gates were opened. Most of the animals were pretty sleepy but we figured they'd just had breakfast and it was chilly out so they were drowsy. We had fun at the penguins and watching the otters. One of the young elks was feeling playful so that was fun to watch as well. This is a pretty nice zoo. I'm sure it'll be a lot more interesting when it's a little warmer out.

I love going to visit the Pueblo zoo and feel the drive from the springs is always worth the trip. It is a smaller zoo, but also much less busy they Denver or Cheyenne zoo. I also love the tall trees which provide a lot of shade because it sits near the river. It feels like an oasis compared to most areas around the springs.

We had a wonderful time in Pueblo at the zoo! Laid back, relaxing, and no crowds. Kids had a great experience.