How to find the
Wild Animal Park
- 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, 35 miles north of the San Diego Zoo and east of Escondido
- Map/directions
Park hours
(The Wild Animal Park is open every day of the year, including all holidays.)
- Current Hours
(through June 20):
9 a.m.–4 p.m.
(grounds close at 5 p.m.) - Summer Hours/Park At Dark
(June 21–September 1):
9 a.m.–8 p.m.
(grounds close at 9 p.m.) - Fall Hours
(September 2–December 12):
9 a.m.–4 p.m.
(grounds close at 5 p.m.)
Make it memorable
- Photo Caravan Safari Tours
- Cheetah Run Safari
- Sleepovers
- VIP Tours
- Cats & Carnivores Tour
- Savanna Safari
- A Taste of CRES program
- Vet Center Tour
- Ride on the Wild Side
- Journey into Africa Tour
Guided tour rides depart 9:30 a.m.–4:15 p.m. - Lion Camp
- Heart of Africa
- Nairobi Village
Other Wild Animal Park exhibits
- Condor Ridge
- Elephant Overlook
- Lorikeet Landing
9:30 a.m.–4:45 p.m. - Hidden Jungle
Closes at dusk - Kilimanjaro Safari Walk
- African Aviary
- Paul Harter Veterinary Medical Center (not open to public)
Visitor
Information
Get closer to the animals on the new
Journey into Africa tour
Seven lion cubs pounce onto the scene
Kids & Cubs Special
Buy an adult Wild Animal Park BEST VALUE ticket online at the kid's price.
(Limited time offer. Must be used by May 16.)
Founder's Day
Wednesday, May 14
In honor of the 1972 opening of the Wild Animal Park, Founder's Day will be observed Wednesday, May 14. Visitors receive free general admission, but attraction fees and parking fees remain in effect.
Register now for the brand-new
Wild Animal Camp!
June 23–August 15, 2008
Our brand-new summer camp program for children entering entering grades 1–9 will be the best ever, with 1, 2, 3, or 5 days of fun! Spend the night at the Park as part of adventure when you choose multiple days. More..
New this year: Wild CSI—DNA Summer Camp, for grades 7–8!
Veterinary Medical Center Tour
Sunday, June 15, 9–11 a.m.
Take an exclusive two-hour tour of our state-of-the-art veterinary medical center and learn how we are able to provide the best care for our exotic animals. For adults over 16, registration required. More...
Other ticket values
- Kids & Cubs Special: Buy an adult Wild Animal Park BEST VALUE ticket online at the kid's price. (Limited time offer. Must be used by May 16.)
- Visit the Zoo, Wild Animal Park, and SeaWorld San Diego with the San Diego
3-For-1 Pass. - Save over 30% and enjoy Southern California's top attractions with the Southern California CityPass.
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