Alaska Zoo

The feel

The Alaska Zoo sits on 30 acres of natural boreal forest on the lower foothills of the Chugach Mountains, and its trails wind through the woods. It is the only zoo in Alaska, and its animals include polar bears, black bears, an Amur tiger, snow leopard, wolves and moose.

The polar bears are Cranbeary and Kova. In summer, feeding experiences run daily: moose and muskox at 10:30am, alpaca and porcupine at 12:30pm, and black bear at 2:30pm.

What to expect

What it is

A 30 acre boreal forest zoo with wooded trails, at 4731 O'Malley Road, Anchorage, AK 99507.

Crowds and best time

Summer hours are the longest, 9a-7p from June to August.

Fees and passes

Daytime admission is $25 for a non-resident adult (16+), $18 for an Alaska resident adult (16+, Alaska ID), $16 for a senior (65+) or military adult, and $12 for youth (3-15). Age 2 and under is free. Tickets can be bought at the gate.

Kids

Ages 16 and older may visit on their own; youth 15 and under must have an adult present.

Season and access

Hours are 10a-4p January to April, 10a-5p May, 9a-7p June to August, 10a-5p September, and 10a-4p October to December. Last entry is 30 minutes before closing. Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Mingo says

Visit between June and August, when the feedings run daily. Those months also give you the longest hours, closing at 7p.

Before you go

• Pay the $30 per person feeding fee at the gate the same day, plus zoo entry; ages 9 and up.
• Book a Polar Bear Encounter online only: $500 for up to 4 people age 9 and up, starting at 10:30am.
• Call (907) 346-2133 with questions.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.