Spring River Park and Zoo | Things to Do in Roswell, New Mexico
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Spring River Park and Zoo is a beautiful green park in the heart of Roswell. It is home to a small modern small zoo that covers 34 acres of pristine parkland. The zoo has five distinct areas, including the Capitan Trail, which features an array of animals native to New Mexico; the Children’s Zoo area, where children can get up close with a number of child friendly animals; a ranching heritage exhibit; a visitor service area with miniature train and antique wooden horse carousel; and a World Safari Exotics area.

Highlights of the little zoo include the River Bottoms Exhibit with racoons, foxes, and bobcats, the Mountain Habitat with black bears and mountain lions, and the antique wooden horse carousel located in the heart of the park. The park also features a small tranquil lake, shady picnic areas, a children’s playground and beautiful old trees.

1306 E College Blvd, Roswell, NM 88201, 575-624-6760

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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