Cheyenne Mountain Zoo • Colorado Springs

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo visitor guide.

Plan a family day at Colorado Springs' mountainside zoo, then connect your visit with Seven Falls, the Broadmoor area and the rest of your Pikes Peak itinerary.

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LocationColorado Springs
SettingCheyenne Mountain
Great forFamilies
Pair withSeven Falls
Visiting Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

A Colorado Springs zoo with a mountain backdrop.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is one of Colorado Springs' signature family attractions. Its location on Cheyenne Mountain also makes it a natural anchor for a day focused on the scenic southwest side of the city.

Give yourself time

Plan enough time to explore at a comfortable pace rather than squeezing the zoo between too many other attractions.

Check current hours & tickets →

Expect elevation and hills

The mountainside setting is part of the experience. Comfortable footwear and preparation for changing Colorado weather are smart additions.

Accessibility, elevation & shuttle info →

Plan ahead

Admission procedures, hours and special experiences can change, so check current information before your visit.

Get official advance tickets →
Know before you go

Make the mountainside zoo day easier.

Reserve timed ticketsCheyenne Mountain Zoo currently requires advance timed tickets for visitors, including members. Prepare for the elevationThe zoo climbs from about 6,714 feet at the entrance to nearly 7,000 feet at its highest points. Parking is freeGuest parking is free when available, with accessibility information and guest-shuttle details on the official site. Check the Sky RideThe open-air Mountaineer Sky Ride is weather dependent and its operating schedule varies by season.
Southwest Colorado Springs

Zoo → Broadmoor → Seven Falls.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo pairs naturally with the Broadmoor and Seven Falls area. Keeping these stops together can create a more efficient sightseeing day while showing a very different side of Colorado Springs than the west-side attractions.

Broadmoor & Seven Falls guide
More family trip ideas

Build the rest of your Colorado Springs itinerary.

Add Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, Cave of the Winds, Manitou Springs or other attractions depending on your family's pace and interests.

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Plan the complete trip

Getting to the zoo and staying nearby.

Colorado Springs rental cars

Connect COS Airport, your lodging and attractions across the city with a vehicle that fits your group.

Places to stay

Explore lodging home bases including the Broadmoor/Cheyenne Mountain area, Downtown and the west side.

Colorado Springs Airport

Plan your arrival at COS and connect the airport with the first stop on your Colorado Springs itinerary.
Another side of Colorado Springs

Pair south-side attractions with the west side.

After exploring Cheyenne Mountain, use another day for Garden of the Gods, Old Colorado City, Manitou Springs and Pikes Peak.

Garden of the Gods guide
Official zoo information

Check current tickets and hours.

Admission, hours, exhibits and visitor policies can change. Use the official Cheyenne Mountain Zoo website when finalizing your visit.

Official Cheyenne Mountain Zoo site

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Colorado Springs family adventures

Make the zoo part of a bigger trip.

Start at COS, choose your rental car and place to stay, then connect Cheyenne Mountain Zoo with the attractions your family wants to experience next.

Plan your trip