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Here, you do more than just watch. Visit 365 days a year for the best outdoor family fun – from up-close experiences and animal demos to taking a trip on the carousel or Mountaineer Sky Ride. Ranked as one of the top zoos in the country by USAToday 10Best and Trip Advisor, you’ll get to explore innovative exhibits, enjoy fun events and find experiences and attractions to keep you entertained.

Advance tickets are required. Why Advance Tickets? Rideshare tickets are available at cmzoo.org/rideshare!
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Share Your CMZoo Story

In 2026, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo turns 100! From first encounters with giraffe to family traditions passed down through generations, the Zoo has been honored to play a part in the lives of our members, guests, staff and partners in countless ways. We’re inviting guests, members and friends of the Zoo to share their Zoo history with us – through photos, written memories, or both. Share Your Story Now

Hours & Directions

Today's Zoo Hours

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Advance tickets are required for both members and non-members. Why Advance Tickets? (Rideshare tickets are available at cmzoo.org/rideshare!)

Mountaineer Sky Ride : 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. WEEKENDS ONLY, weather permitting (last ride at 1:30 p.m.). Closed on weekdays.

Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun : 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Last car up at 3 p.m.)

Exceptions to Normal Hours

(Normal daytime Zoo hours are year-round, daily, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Shrine hours vary and may be different than Zoo hours.)

The Zoo will be hosting Dog Days on the following dates:
– All day 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on: Fri., Oct. 9 & Fri., Oct. 30, 2026.
– For these special dates, the Zoo is open for regular admission, but you can also bring your well-behaved dog to the Zoo with you (dog tickets are limited).
On evenings of Boo at the Zoo, Fri., Sat. & Sun., Oct. 16, 17, 23-25, 30 & 31, 2026: Zoo daytime hours are 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., last timed tickets 12-12:30 p.m., last Sky Ride 1 p.m., Shrine closes at 1:30 p.m. – last car up at 12:30 p.m., Boo at the Zoo from 4 – 8:30 p.m. Advance timed tickets are required.
The Carousel is currently closed until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience.
The Zoo will open at 9:30 a.m. on the following dates: Thurs., Oct. 15, Thurs., Nov. 19, and Tues., Dec. 15, 2026.
Visit our Alerts & Special Notices page for complete details.

Zoo Address

4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd. Colorado Springs, CO 80906 USA

Located in southwest Colorado Springs on the side of Cheyenne Mountain, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is situated just above (to the west) of The Broadmoor.

Driving directions to the Zoo from I-25

Take exit 138 (Circle Drive).
Go west on Lake Avenue, toward The Broadmoor.
Turn right at the hotel roundabout; follow the signs to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.
Google Maps driving directions

Advance Timed Tickets

Timed e-tickets must be purchased in advance, and are subject to selling out on popular days. Your ticket will indicate the earliest time you can enter the Zoo. From the ticketed time, you have a half-hour window to enter the Zoo (for example, if your ticket is for 10 a.m., you need to be in line to enter the Zoo by 10:30 a.m.). Once you’re inside, you are welcome to stay in the Zoo until closing time (typically 5 p.m.).

Please reserve your timed e-tickets in advance using the links below; advance e-tickets are required for entry for Zoo members and non-members. Why Advance Tickets? Rideshare tickets are always available at cmzoo.org/rideshare!
View the 2026 Zoo Ticket Pricing Calendar PDF here
All individuals visiting the Zoo must have their own advance e-ticket, including children age 2 and under.
Choose your date and arrival time. A limited number of e-tickets are available to enter during each time period. If your first choice is sold out, please choose another time or day to visit.
The Zoo will be hosting Dog Days all day on the following dates:
– Fri., Oct. 9 & Fri., Oct. 30, 2026.

Visit our Alerts & Special Notices page for complete details.
No refunds or exchanges. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is an all-weather venue and is open 365 days a year, regardless of weather. No refunds or exchanges will be given for inclement weather or any other reason.

For all ticket assistance or questions, email [email protected].

Please Read and Agree

Please review your ticket time and date for accuracy prior to checkout; tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded once purchased. (Tickets are non-refundable.)

Please understand that the Zoo cannot accommodate an earlier entry time than your ticket start time. (For example, a 10:30-11 a.m. ticket cannot be scanned in earlier than 10:30 a.m.)

GUEST CODE OF CONDUCT

We believe we can create a feeling of family by treating each employee, guest, member and donor with the respect they deserve. Treating each other like we would want to be treated is just the right thing to do. There is no room at the Zoo for profanity, harassment or threatening behavior.

Our animals are family and we love and respect them not only for their beauty, but for all the joy that they bring so many guests every year. We believe our animals deserve the best homes and care we can provide. Please join us in treating our animals like you would treat your own family members. Crossing barriers is dangerous, as they are in place to keep both you and our animals safe. Like your friends and family, our animals do not like to be harassed in any way.

We believe we should never take our site’s beauty for granted. Our mountain is something we hope you will enjoy and actively admire. Join us in preserving our amazing site by feeling at home while you are here and leaving our grounds “without a trace.”

Our staff strives to make the world a better place every day. We will always work hard to make your experience the best it can be as well as assist you when things might not go as planned. When having difficult discussions, mutual respect is always expected and appreciated.

If you are unable to comply with this Code of Conduct, we reserve the right to ask you to leave the Zoo immediately. Thank you for understanding.

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Please Read and Agree

Please review your ticket time and date for accuracy prior to checkout; tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded once purchased. (Tickets are non-refundable.)

Please understand that the Zoo cannot accommodate an earlier entry time than your ticket start time. (For example, a 10:30-11 a.m. ticket cannot be scanned in earlier than 10:30 a.m.)

GUEST CODE OF CONDUCT

If you are unable to comply with this Code of Conduct, we reserve the right to ask you to leave the Zoo immediately. Thank you for understanding.

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Daily Schedules (weather & animal permitting)

Animal Demonstrations

12 a.m.
Please Note:
– Read Special Notices before your visit.
– Weather- & animal-dependent.
9:30 a.m.
Penguin Keeper Talk
Water's Edge: Africa
10:30 a.m.
Skunk Training
Experiences at The Loft
11 a.m.
Wolf Feeding
Rocky Mountain Wild
11:15 a.m.
Barn Owl Training
Scutes Family Gallery
Primates are Awesome
Primate World
11:50 a.m.
Rhino Demo
Encounter Africa
1:30 p.m.
Meet the Giraffe Herd
African Rift Valley
3:15 p.m.
Tree Top Acrobatss
African Rift Valley
4:15 p.m.
Meet the Hippos
Water's Edge: Africa
4:30 p.m.
Chicken Parade
My Big Backyard

12 a.m.
Please Note:
– Read Special Notices before your visit.
– Weather- & animal-dependent.
9:30 a.m.
Penguin Keeper Talk
Water's Edge: Africa
10:30 a.m.
Skunk Training
Experiences at The Loft
11:15 a.m.
Barn Owl Training
Scutes Family Gallery
Primates are Awesome
Primate World
11:50 a.m.
Rhino Demo
Encounter Africa
1:30 p.m.
Meet the Giraffe Herd
African Rift Valley
2:45 p.m.
Otter Demo
Rocky Mountain Wild
3:15 p.m.
Tree Top Acrobatss
African Rift Valley
4:15 p.m.
Meet the Hippos
Water's Edge: Africa
4:30 p.m.
Chicken Parade
My Big Backyard

12 a.m.
Please Note:
– Read Special Notices before your visit.
– Weather- & animal-dependent.
9:30 a.m.
Penguin Keeper Talk
Water's Edge: Africa
10:30 a.m.
Skunk Training
Experiences at The Loft
11 a.m.
Wolf Feeding
Rocky Mountain Wild
11:15 a.m.
Barn Owl Training
Scutes Family Gallery
Primates are Awesome
Primate World
11:50 a.m.
Rhino Demo
Encounter Africa
1:30 p.m.
Meet the Giraffe Herd
African Rift Valley
3:15 p.m.
Tree Top Acrobatss
African Rift Valley
4:15 p.m.
Meet the Hippos
Water's Edge: Africa
4:30 p.m.
Chicken Parade
My Big Backyard

12 a.m.
Please Note:
– Read Special Notices before your visit.
– Weather- & animal-dependent.
9:30 a.m.
Penguin Keeper Talk
Water's Edge: Africa
10:30 a.m.
Skunk Training
Experiences at The Loft
11:15 a.m.
Barn Owl Training
Scutes Family Gallery
Primates are Awesome
Primate World
11:50 a.m.
Rhino Demo
Encounter Africa
1:30 p.m.
Meet the Giraffe Herd
African Rift Valley
2 p.m.
Reptile Enrichment
Scutes Family Gallery
2:45 p.m.
Grizzly Demo
Rocky Mountain Wild
4:15 p.m.
Meet the Hippos
Water's Edge: Africa
4:30 p.m.
Chicken Parade
My Big Backyard

Guest Experiences (Cash only; ATM by beavers)

Today's Special Events

Attractions, Food & Gifts

Round out your visit with awesome outdoor experiences like soaring above the Zoo, grabbing some stone-fired pizza, or taking home a new plush-animal friend. Learn more about our rides, attractions, eateries and Gift Shop.

Exhibits

At America's mountain Zoo, connect with animals from all over the world, closer than you ever have before. Hand-feed Cheyenne Mountain Zoo's magnificent giraffe herd, which is one of the largest at any zoo in the U.S. Be sure to visit Rocky Mountain Wild, featuring animals native to our climate, where you can watch mountain lions overhead or grizzly bears swimming. For the seventh consecutive year, we've been voted one of the top ten zoos in North America by USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. And don't miss Water's Edge: Africa, with up-close views that you've never seen before of our Nile hippos, African penguins and others.

Custom Animal Experiences

Experience the Zoo in a whole new way, by booking a custom animal experience. Go behind the scenes with our keepers to learn about each animal's unique personality. See an animal in a personal setting, and maybe even get the chance to feed one.