Cameron Park Zoo, Waco: Hours, Address, Cameron Park Zoo Reviews: 4.5/5
Cameron Park Zoo
Cameron Park Zoo
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Sarah C
Bryan, TX23 contributions
Great little zoo!
Jun 2021
Lots of shade and indoor A/C areas, but you will still get hot during the summer, bring water and wear sunscreen. Don't miss the red barn building which has nocturnal animals... most people walked by without realizing it was an exhibit with lots of animals you rarely see. The indoor cafe is closed, but the treetop cafe was open with a few covered outdoor seating options. There was ice cream, snack and drink vending machines near the giraffes exhibit, but you can also bring in food and snacks. We did it all in about 3 hours. Head to Jake's Texas Tea house a short 5 minute drive. Kid's meals come in paper Cadillacs (skip the shakes here and order pie!) Gift shop was not as impressive as the Mayborn museum.
Written 30 June 2021
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Mary S
2 contributions
Neat little zoo
Jun 2021
Our girls trip included a trip to this zoo. We were impressed with the variety of the animals here. The food stand was reasonably priced and good food.
Written 28 June 2021
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Collin223
Ontario, OH32 contributions
What a great little zoo!
Jun 2021 • Family
Took my wife and 8 month old on a day trip from Austin. Found a great parking spot, unloaded our stroller and walked right in with a minimal wait. Got a 50% discount for being a member of a partner zoo (which is awesome) and brought a small cooler with us. The zoo is well maintained with educational signage everywhere and a very friendly staff. I loved the amount of water fountains and bottle refill stations as well as the benches and shade. It made a hot Texas day much more bearable. Animals were active, but some enclosures seem a little small (especially Jaguars) which may have to do with the size of the property. We took about 2 hours to get through. Well worth a visit.
Written 22 June 2021
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VanEsq12
Dallas, TX2,315 contributions
ADA accessible; Great animal variety!
May 2021 • Solo
This is a small, but enjoyable zoo. Anyone who enjoys looking at animals will find almost all of their zoo favorites here: lions, tigers, bears, elephants, giraffes, rhinos, moneys, snakes and more!! It is well laid out and easy to navigate, with the entire facility being ADA accessible! There are lots of picnic areas, pavillions for cooperate gatherings, and outdoor play areas for the kids. HINT: bring your own food and drinks. Offerings inside the zoo and limited at best and expensive.
Written 30 May 2021
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Gayle C
San Antonio, TX29 contributions
First time
May 2021
Not the largest animal collection, but the setting is amazing! Lots of trees and great trails - well shaded with lots of water settings. We did not have young children with us, but they had several places along the way for them to play and enjoy. I go to zoos all over and this is a really beautiful one!
Written 29 May 2021
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kmw3280
9 contributions
Fantastic day at the zoo
May 2021 • Family
This was such a nice zoo. It's small compared to some, but it is so well manicured. All the animals seemed happy and healthy, and all the exhibits were very clean. It is mapped out so well, if you follow the path, it takes you in a well organized circle. We walked the entire zoo with a 3 year old in about 3 hours. They gave incredibly nice educational tid bits at each exhibit and the way the enclosures are set up you sort of get a 360 degree visual almost guaranteed to see all the Animals. I love the running water feature that seems to go through most the exhibits giving the animals fresh water at all times. The lemur and monkey islands were really cool and are a very nice touch to the open air zoo experience. Highly recommend that if you are in Waco that you take a few hours out of your day to check out this really fantastic zoo.
Written 19 May 2021
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SWG
5 contributions
Zoo with themes
Mar 2021 • Family
I liked how the zoo was family friendly and had themes in the different areas. The sea life area had a ship as the design of the building. There were also a variety of animals. The only thing that was concerning was the high amount of vultures everywhere. Not sure if they are native to the area. But overall an ok zoo to take kids.
Written 12 April 2021
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KSTiger
Austin, TX13 contributions
Nice zoo!
Sep 2020
This is a well maintained, well run zoo with lots of animals. Animals appear to be in good condition and well taken care of, some place you go and feel guilty, these animals generally have lots of room and entertainment activities. Only criticism is that although the park tries a lot with shade - it's still Texas - use extreme caution going in summertime. This is a great trip for 3 seasons, and an iffy trip in summer.
Written 23 March 2021
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Prax-Tammy
Conroe, TX1,331 contributions
Great Zoo.
Mar 2021 • Couples
What an Amazing Zoo!!! The baby orangutan was so entertaining and really engages with you. We came here right when it opened, barely no people. We had some great photo opportunities and time with the animals. Due to it not being crowded. Definitely, an amazing experience.
Written 19 March 2021
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Ashley
Fort Worth, TX1 contribution
Decent zoo, not worth planning a trip around. Fort Worth zoo is definitely much more exciting
Mar 2021 • Couples
Not horrible, but not really the best zoo either. Staff were friendly, indoor areas were super crowded, paths were kinda tight to get through at times. Pretty small and not a lot of concessions. Enclosures were small and lackluster and quite a few animals were off display due to covid. Cheap at only $25 for 2 adults though! Wouldn’t recommend a drive out of the way to visit but not a bad place if you need something to do while in town! Magnolia market and the dr pepper museum are probably better visits.
Written 7 March 2021
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If you walk through all the zoo exhibits, how far is it ?
Randy F
6 contributions
I would estimate the walking distance would be around 2-2.5 miles seeing all that you could see.
Is the food expensive and can I picnic in the parking lot and go back in the zoo without paying again?
Staci B
Houston, TX59 contributions
The food is expensive. I'm not sure about eating in the park.
PATRICIA H
Humble, TX5 contributions
Do you have motorized wheelchairs to rent?
Hollin D
Miami, FL433 contributions
I did not see any available.
I have a little Chihuahua dog and I'll take it with me to the zoo
Lorrie D
6 contributions
Only service animals are permitted on the grounds.
cbstevens
Garland, TX10 contributions
How long does it take to see everything? And do you have any specific advice for a family with children 5 and 8 years old?
TexasDadWaco
Waco, Texas150 contributions
I would agree with all, 2 hours is a good amount of time. Can you walk through the whole thing in an hour, yes. But to stop and watch, play on the slides and stuff, maybe have a drink on the deck... Two hours plus. If you have more time and are in the area Cameron Park which the zoo is in, is very pretty along the river. You can park in the Redwood shelter and walk towards the river into the woods, will make sense if you are there, and walk the trails. My kids always liked that. Disc golf is also down there as is a big play ground. All free. Great spot for a picnic lunch. Which if you forgot there are food trucks up by the suspension bridge, maybe a mile down stream. All reachable on a very nice walking sidewalk along the river. Which you can take all the way to the new Baylor stadium.... Tired yet? Your kids will be! Come on down.
How much does Cameron park zoo cost
Charles B
Waco, TX53 contributions
When planning a visit during the winter months, be sure to check our weather factors page
to see what animals may remain off exhibit.
Zoo Hours
Monday through Saturday – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
ADMISSION FEES:
Adults(13+) – $10
Children 4-12 yrs – $7
Sr. Citizens (60+) – $9
Children 3 years old and under – free
Military discount available.
Group Rates:
Groups of 21-100: Adults (13+)- $9, Children 4-12 yrs- $6, Children 3 & under free
Groups of 101-500: Adults $8, Children 4-12 yrs- $5, Children 3 & under free
Groups of 501+: Adults $7, Children 4-12 yrs- $4, Children 3 & under free
In order to receive the group discount, groups must be scheduled in advance and one person will need to pay for the entire group. For tour groups (senior citizens, church, motorcoach, etc.) & school groups, call (254)750-8400. Group Trips Information
Cameron Park Zoo is fully accessible. Phone 254-750-8400 for general information.