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Located within the beautiful Atascadero Lake Park in the City of Atascadero in San Luis Obispo County, the Charles Paddock Zoo is a small five-acre community zoo that is home to more than 100 animals representing 45 species, many of which are part of globally managed programs to preserve animals and their habitats. Established in 1955 by Charles Paddock, the animal sanctuary is dedicated to the conservation of local and exotic species and features naturalistic habitats to ensure the best care and well-being for the animals. The Charles Paddock Zoo is also involved in several conservation and education programs and globally managed conservation programs that aim to protect and preserve endangered species and the habitats in which they live.

9305 Pismo Ave, Atascadero, CA 93422, Phone: 805-461-5080

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