El Paso Zoo
- Attraction
- Regional draw
- El Paso
El Paso Zoo offers a wildlife-focused outing within the city, with animal habitats and conservation interpretation across its grounds. It works well for visitors who want a dedicated outdoor attraction rather than a short stop between downtown museums.
Expect to spend much of the visit outside and plan around the desert climate. Check the zoo's current admission information, habitat notices, and daily program details; animal visibility and scheduled activities can vary.
Visitor details reviewed October 17, 2026. Check [official visitor information](http://www.elpasozoo.org) for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
Photo: Staff Sgt. Kenneth Pawlak / Wikimedia Commons. Original source. Public domain. Resized and converted to WebP; may be cropped for display.
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