Zoo choo is slowly coming out of hibernation! it is currently pretty groggy so it's temperature dependent, call to check if it is running.

Mill Mountain Zoo

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conservation

Mill Mountain Zoo is a refuge to animals that are critically endangered, vulnerable, or otherwise non-releasable due to injury or captive birth. Not only do we protect and preserve the health and viability of these vulnerable animals in our guardianship. MMZoo is the region's leader in wildlife conservation. Additionally, we participate in research and species survival programs.

upcoming events

Mar
29
Pictures with Amanda the Easter Panda!
Spring is in the air! Hop on down to Mill Mountain Zoo to get a picture with Amanda the Easter Panda!
Apr
13
Breakfast With The Animals - Nibbling with the Natives
Have you ever wanted to have breakfast and learn about animals that you can find right here in your backyard? Join us for Nibbling with the Natives!
Apr
21
Members Only Breakfast With The Animals - Nibbling with the Natives
Members Only Nibbling with the Natives promises to be a private affair, ensuring our valued members the coveted opportunity to partake in our highly sought-after Breakfast with the Animal programs without the concern of missing out due to program capacity constraints.

zoo News

The Latest News:
November 24, 2023

Hyde has gone into hibernation for the season, come learn more about hibernation and how bears live through the winter!

In The Media:
March 5, 2024
March Mustelids with WDBJ7@4

Mill Mountain Zoo’s educators, Katie Harlow and Kiana Nowall, are talking about Mustelids with 7@four. They are a type of carnivorous mammal with slender bodies, like weasels and ferrets.

Press Release:
February 2, 2024
CALLING ALL ROANOKE ARTISTS! MILL MOUNTAIN ZOO AND CLEAN VALLEY COUNCIL SEEK LOCAL MOSAIC ARTISTS FOR ART TO RESCUE THE RIVER 2024

Roanoke, VA: Mill Mountain Zoo and Clean Valley Council are looking for artists to submit conceptual sketches of large-scale mosaic pieces to be considered for the 2024 Art to Rescue the River installations at Mill Mountain Zoo.

Blog:
March 13, 2024
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