Alameda Park Zoo

The Alameda Park Zoo was established in 1898 and is the oldest zoo in the southwest. It was merely a pleasant place for railway travelers to stop and enjoy a little change from the desert scene while the steam powered locomotives were refueled. It only contained a small collection of waterfowl and deer at it's original start up, but today is home for nearly 300 animals from over 90 different species.

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Stop by and listen to a waterfall trickle in the background while the otters frolic and play, or watch a fawn graze on grass while you sit and enjoy the peaceful tranquility of this fragile creature.

You can relax and feed the ducks, a favorite past time of numerous people.

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Sit and gaze at the majestic beauty of the Bald Eagle. The symbol of our American Nation. Considering that the Bald Eagle is endangered, it is a treat for youngsters, or simply the young at heart to see this precious creature.

Perhaps while you are there you might catch a groundhog looking for it's shadow.

You might even find a badger scurrying about busily looking for food, if it isn't too busy catching up on it's sleep

The Zoo is located on Highway 54/70 at the 10th street intersection, and is open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. everyday except Christmas and New Years. Call (505) 439-4290 for more information.