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Zoos & Animals in Idaho

Discover zoos, wildlife centers, aquariums, farms, and animal experiences for families across Idaho. Find fun places to see, learn about, and connect with animals.

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Explore Zoos & Animals Across Idaho

Discover zoos, wildlife attractions, animal encounters, and family-friendly places across Idaho where kids and adults can learn about and enjoy animals. From traditional zoo experiences to hands-on farms and wildlife-focused destinations, these listings make it easier to find animal adventures throughout the state.

American Falls Fish Hatchery

American Falls, Idaho · Family Attractions, Museums & Learning, Zoos & Animals

American Falls Fish Hatchery offers self-guided learning about Idaho’s trout hatchery program.

Admission
Free
Hours
Dawn to dusk, year-round
Parking
Off-Street Parking
Restrooms
Yes
Access
Specific accessible routes and facilities are not confirmed; contact the operator about your needs
Setting
Outdoor · All Ages · Year-Round
Food available
Nearby
Tours
Guided tours by reservation, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🐟 Rainbow trout viewing
  • 👀 Public fish-viewing station
  • 🧺 Picnic area
  • 🎓 Self-guided hatchery visit

💡 Good to Know

  • Reserve ahead if you want a guided tour.

Official source for this update

Listing review date: 2026-10-15. Unconfirmed details remain noted in this listing.

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Aquarium of Boise

Boise, Idaho · Family Attractions, Zoos & Animals

Aquarium of Boise is an indoor animal-learning destination near Cole and Franklin roads, with aquatic animals and reptiles.

Admission
Adults $14; ages 7–11 $10; ages 3–6 $8; ages 2 and under free; seniors and military $11
Hours
Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday noon–5 p.m.; holiday closures apply
Parking
Details not confirmed
Restrooms
Yes
Access
Accessible
Setting
Indoor · All Ages · Year-Round
Food available
Nearby

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🐠 Aquatic animal exhibits
  • 🦎 Reptile displays
  • 🎉 School-group and party arrangements

💡 Good to Know

  • The contact page lists closures on Easter, July 4, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Another admission-page summary omits July 4, so confirm holiday plans directly.
  • Follow staff instructions around animal exhibits. Touch and feeding experiences may require separate arrangements or may not be available.
  • School groups and parties require advance contact. Call (208) 375-1932 with visit questions.
  • Check the official pages for price or schedule changes and confirm time-sensitive exhibit availability directly.

Official information: Admission · Hours and holiday closures

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Babby Farms

Caldwell, Idaho · Family Attractions, Zoos & Animals

Babby Farms in Caldwell is a nonprofit exotic petting zoo with an inclusive mission serving children and adults, including visitors with disabilities.

Admission
Paid
Hours
Wednesday–Sunday 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; last entry 3 p.m., during the 2026 season
Parking
Off-Street Parking
Restrooms
Yes
Access
Accessible
Setting
Outdoor · All Ages
Food available
Nearby

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🦘 Exotic animal exhibits
  • 🐐 Hands-on animal encounters
  • 🦙 Farm and domestic animals

💡 Good to Know

  • The official page advertises the 2026 season but does not state its closing date. Confirm late-season visits before traveling.
  • Some animal encounters cost extra. Check admission and encounter availability before visiting.

Official information: Babby Farms hours and admission

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Paris, Idaho · Family Attractions, Zoos & Animals

Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge near Paris and Montpelier protects more than 18,000 acres of marsh, wet meadow, upland, and riparian habitat.

Admission
Free
Hours
Sunrise to sunset
Parking
Varies
Restrooms
Restroom at the west end of the Salt Meadow auto-tour route
Access
Limited Accessibility
Setting
Outdoor · All Ages · Year-Round
Food available
Nearby

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🦆 Migratory-bird habitat
  • 🚗 Auto-tour routes
  • 🥾 Walking trails
  • 🛶 Canoe and boating opportunities
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • 📷 Wildlife photography

💡 Good to Know

  • Roads can become difficult or impassable during winter and wet conditions.

Visitor update, October 15, 2026: The refuge identifies a restroom at the west end of the Salt Meadow auto-tour route. Bring drinking water and check seasonal road conditions.

Official source for this update

Listing review date: 2026-10-15. Unconfirmed details remain noted in this listing.

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Cabinet Gorge Fish Hatchery

Clark Fork, Idaho · Family Attractions, Museums & Learning, Zoos & Animals

Cabinet Gorge Fish Hatchery near Clark Fork primarily raises kokanee salmon for Idaho waters and welcomes visitors interested in fish production.

Admission
An admission policy is not published on the reviewed Fish and Game page
Hours
Daily 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; call ahead for winter road conditions
Parking
Confirm visitor parking and arrival instructions with the hatchery
Restrooms
Public restroom availability is not specified
Access
Ask staff about accessible visitor routes before arriving
Setting
Hatchery grounds · Year-Round, weather dependent

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🐟 Kokanee production
  • 🎓 Hatchery education
  • 👀 Fish-rearing facilities
  • 👥 Group tours by arrangement

💡 Good to Know

  • Fish and Game reports very few fish on site July–September. Call 208-266-1431 before a special trip.
  • Large groups should arrange a tour in advance. Winter access can be difficult.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Camas National Wildlife Refuge

Hamer, Idaho · Family Attractions, Zoos & Animals

Camas National Wildlife Refuge near Hamer offers wetland and wildlife viewing along driving routes and a walking trail.

Admission
Free general admission; reservations or activities may cost extra
Hours
Refuge: half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset
Parking
Headquarters parking; follow posted access restrictions
Restrooms
Vault restrooms at headquarters
Access
Gravel walking trail; ask the refuge about specific mobility needs
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🐦 Birdwatching
  • 🚗 3.5-mile and 7-mile auto routes
  • 🥾 1.8-mile birding trail
  • 📷 Wildlife photography

💡 Good to Know

  • The birding trail starts behind the headquarters vault restrooms. It is open year-round but is not maintained in winter.
  • Headquarters hours are Monday–Thursday 7 a.m.–4 p.m. and Friday 7 a.m.–3 p.m., excluding federal holidays. Staff may be working in the field.
  • Bring food, fuel and drinking water; the refuge warns that services are not available in Hamer.

Official information · Official refuge information and current visitor guidance

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

The refuge currently warns that drought and groundwater shortages may leave much or all of its wetlands dry and sharply reduce bird and wildlife viewing. Check conditions with refuge staff before making a special trip.

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