Located on 33 acres on Zoo Drive, the Little Rock Zoo is the largest zoo in the state. Founded in 1926, it is home to over 725 animals that represent more than 200 species. The zoo is organized into four zones. The North Zone contains exhibits like the African Veldt and Big Cats while the South Zone has areas such as a Children’s Farm and an Elephant Barn.

The East Zone features Great Apes and Primate Islands, among other exhibits, while the West Zone is famous for its Bears, Giraffes, and Small Carnivores. The zoo offers many programs, including Zoo to School, Zoo to You, and Zoofari.

1 Zoo Drive, Little Rock, Arkansas, Phone: 501-666-2406

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