North Carolina Zoo

North Carolina Zoo The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro is the world's largest natural habitat zoo, with over 2,800 acres.
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Celebrating our Golden Anniversary of 50 wild years! 1947-2024 ✨

World's largest natural habitat zoo. At the North Carolina Zoo, connect with wildlife from two different continents as you explore 500 acres of animals in natural habitats. Walk from Africa’s grasslands to North America’s Arctic coast. Escape to the forests and streams of North Carolina’s beautiful Central Piedmont. Located at the f

oot of the Uwharrie Mountains, the Zoo is just outside the charming southern town of Asheboro. Discover more than 1,700 animals and 52,000 plants along five miles of shaded pathways.

It's almost time to Jingle in the Jungle! 🔔✨Celebrate the season with a limited time, special $5 admission to the Zoo, D...
12/01/2025

It's almost time to Jingle in the Jungle! 🔔✨Celebrate the season with a limited time, special $5 admission to the Zoo, December 15–19! 🎄🐾 Purchase tickets in-person at the North America entrance; no online sales or additional discounts apply.

We’re open 9 a.m.–4 p.m., last entry at 3 p.m. You must park and enter the Zoo through North America, where the entire park, including Africa is still accessible. 💙 🩵 ❤️

Today’s post-leftovers mood. 😴 😋 🍽️
11/28/2025

Today’s post-leftovers mood. 😴 😋 🍽️

At the North Carolina Zoo, we’re thankful every day for the incredible animals we care for, the wild places we work to p...
11/27/2025

At the North Carolina Zoo, we’re thankful every day for the incredible animals we care for, the wild places we work to protect, and the amazing community that supports our mission!

From our dedicated staff and volunteers to the guests and members who bring curiosity, joy, and wonder through our gates, THANK YOU! You make everything we do possible.

As our team spends today appreciating the things that matter most, the Zoo is closed so our staff can enjoy time with their loved ones and take a well-deserved break. The animals continue to receive the same high-quality care from essential Zoo staff on-site, and we’ll be ready to welcome you back when we reopen tomorrow.

We are especially thankful for the essential staff who are spending the holiday away from their families to care for our amazing animals!

Thank you for being part of our Zoo family and for joining us on our mission to save wildlife and wild places.🧡🌿

We are extra thankful for our senior animal residents the Zoo! Every day we have with these animals is truly something t...
11/25/2025

We are extra thankful for our senior animal residents the Zoo! Every day we have with these animals is truly something to celebrate. ❤️

We care for animals during all stages of life, ensuring they receive excellent medical care and attention no matter their age! Our commitment to their well-being allows many of them to outlive their average life expectancy in the wild. Our Veterinary and Keeper Staff constantly provide dedicated care throughout their lives. 🐾 🌿

Caring for older animals is both an honor and a privilege. These senior animals are an important part of the Zoo, some of which have been with us since the founding of the Zoo - over 50 years ago! Senior animals have unique needs that some times require special extra care. Our animal care staff always go above and beyond to create an environment where they can thrive. ⭐️

📸 In order of appearance:
🦍 Gorilla Mosuba - 42 years old
🦁 African Lion Mekita - 16 years old
🐘 African Elephant C’sar - 51 years old
🐾 Cougars Heath and Olive - 11 years old (almost 12)
🐺 Red Wolf Ayita - 13 years old
🎉 Chimpanzee Tammy - 54 years old !! (almost 55)
🪶 Abyssinian Ground Hornbill Doli - 38 years old
❄️ Arctic Fox Kenickie and Rizzo - 9 & 10 years old
🌵 Ocelot Inca - 20 years old (almost 21)
🐻‍❄️ Polar Bear Anana - 26 years old (in 2 days)

Looking for a truly unique gift this year? 🎁 👀🐾Our Gift Guide is packed with one-of-a-kind experiences from animal adopt...
11/24/2025

Looking for a truly unique gift this year? 🎁 👀🐾
Our Gift Guide is packed with one-of-a-kind experiences from animal adoptions, behind-the-scenes tours, to memberships, and more. There’s something puuurrrfect for every animal lover on your list. 😻
Give a gift as unique as they are: memories included. Check it out now: https://bit.ly/3Mf41RP ⬅️ 💝

Anana is here to tell you that the North Carolina Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 27th. 🎉 November 27th is a...
11/23/2025

Anana is here to tell you that the North Carolina Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 27th. 🎉 November 27th is also her 26th Birthday! 🎂 So, let’s give an early Happy Birthday to Polar bear Anana in the comments below!

11/22/2025

“Look at me, I’m a rhino!!” - the waterbuck, probably…👀🤣🦏

Address

4401 Zoo Pkwy
Asheboro, NC
27205

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

(800) 488-0444

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