Mill Mountain Zoo

Conservation | Education | Destination

VISIT

Open 7 days a week from 10am-5pm
last admission at 4PM

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.

Critically Endangered

Non-Releasable Due to Injury

Owner Relinquished

Captive Birth

Education

Mill Mountain Zoo is the only zoological entity in Virginia's Blue Ridge offering educational programming that is specifically tied to Virginia's SOL academic standards. In a typical year, Mill Mountain Zoo reaches approximately 9,000 children through educational programming on the mountain - plus 12,000 more people, mostly children, through outreach programs.

Destination

Mill Mountain Zoo is a local treasure that hosts over 55,000 visitors annually from throughout the region. The Zoo is a historic asset to the community and stimulates economic growth by contributing to tourism.

upcoming events

Aug

Take a Walk on the Wild Side - Mammals

Head out on Mill Mountain with us to find all of our native furry friends. Learn about the mammals you see everyday and maybe even some you have never seen before!

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Aug

Sensory Mornings

This 45 minute program is for guests with special needs to come to the zoo when there are less people.

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Aug

International Cat Day

Fun-filled day focusing on our Feline Friends!

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zoo News

The Latest News:

June 1, 2024

Even More Arrivals!

Lady, our Hoffmann's Two-Toed Sloth has arrived on exhibit! Lady is an 11 year old sloth with a lot of personality, come see her sleep the day away!

In The Media:

August 4, 2024

Mill Mountain Zoo hosts International Cat Day event

Mill Mountain Zoo will host its International Cat Day event Saturday, August 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m at Mill Mountain Zoo.

Press Release:

June 15, 2024

If I Could Talk to the Animals! Mill Mountain Zoo Invites You to their Inaugural Dr. Zoolittle Day!

Roanoke, VA – Have you ever wanted to be a veterinarian? Do you want to learn more about animals and how to take care of them? Get ready for an adventure in animal care and veterinary fun at Mill Mountain Zoo’s first ever Dr. Zoolittle Day! This Satu

Blog:

July 1, 2024

Celebrate the Zoo Choo with Our New T-shirts!