Zoos & Animals in Idaho

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 Accessible 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 🎓 Read more...

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 Read more...

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 Read more...

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 Yes Access Limited Accessibility Setting Outdoor · All Ages · Year-Round Food available Nearby 🌳 Amenities & Features 🦆 Migratory-bird habitat 🚗 Auto-tour routes 🥾 Walking trails 🛶 Canoe Read more...

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 Read more...

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 Read more...