Located in the coastal town of Gulf Shores, world-renowned for its beautiful white-sand beaches, the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is one of the most popular family attractions in the region. Also known as the "Little Zoo" for its starring role in the 2006 hit documentary series, The Little Zoo That Could on Animal Planet, this non-profit zoological park is not just a little community zoo; it's home to over 600 animals, consisting of 199 species, 31 sub-species, and haven to 8 endangered species.
Wide pathways, yet providing close-up views of our exhibits, the zoo also has picnic areas, rest stops and benches an onsite restaurant plus food truck, carousel, train, Eagle Flight style Zipline and a gift shop filled with awesome animal-themed "merch". They are ideally suited for all ages and levels of mobility, from moms pushing strollers to seniors leisurely strolling. We are also disability accessible and provide free parking!
Whether you're parents looking for leisurely stroller outing with toddlers, want a fun, educational animal experience for older kids, or even want to take a family time-out from the beach, this attraction has you covered...
Visit Safari Club at the Zoo for a top notch meal during your Zoo outing or you can easily visit for dinner even after the Zoo has closed for the evening. Or brown bag it and take a picnic break with some of their curious big birds like Frazier Crane, or even practice your mindfulness meditation with their American Black bear, Boodah...
And if you really want something extra unforgettable, stop in for a one-on-one, up-close experience with a few of their friendly friends at one of the Animal Encounters!