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

Oct

Bug Fest

Join us at Bug Fest!

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Oct

Native Species Class

This session will focus on the importance of our very own Virginia native species. It will entail an informative classroom session, the opportunity to meet 2-3 of our ambassador animals, crafts, games, and a snack!

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Oct

GoFest

Come join us at GoFest!

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zoo News

The Latest News:

August 29, 2024

Bouncing Baby Joey!

Meet Mill Mountain Zoo's newest arrival—a playful joey! Come see this adorable little one in action and learn about its unique species. Don’t miss the chance to welcome our precious new addition!

In The Media:

September 24, 2024

Mill Mountain Zoo discusses fall events

Mill Mountain Zoo is ready for fall with a few events. Kiana Nowall and Katie Harlow spoke with 7@four about how you can enjoy this season with the animals.

Press Release:

August 29, 2024

The Secret is OUT! Mill Mountain Zoo Welcomes a Baby Wallaby – A Joey!

Mill Mountain Zoo is home to three adult Bennett’s Wallabies, and now… A JOEY!

Blog:

April 22, 2024

Mill Mountain Zoo Trivia

See if you can answer this trivia question!