Visiting Amarillo and realizing there's not a ton to do, so we figured--why not check out the zoo?…read more First off, the woman at the front desk was incredibly kind and welcoming. You can tell she cares, and that made a great first impression. The zoo itself is small and has a certain charm, especially with how close you can get to the animals. But as we walked through, it became hard to ignore some concerns. Several enclosures appeared to need immediate attention, and a number of animals seemed distressed--most noticeably the bears, who paced back and forth repeatedly. It left us with a heavy feeling. While the zoo has potential and some genuinely caring staff, it also feels like the animals deserve more space, better conditions, and a higher level of care. Hoping improvements are made, because these animals deserve environments where they can truly thrive.

Get close and personal with the animals for only $8 per adult. Nice small zoo, kinda like the…read moreAustin zoo. I did not get to see the elk which is disappointing. We went earlier in the morning before it got too hot so the animals would be active. I would come back. It is not too long, and the walk is enjoyable. Watch the water around the monkey island and you will see bullfrogs and the occasional bull frog tad pole coming up for air. If you have never seen one they are quite large.