Utica Zoo

Located in Utica, NY, the Utica Zoo has been dedicated to fostering a public appreciation of wildlife through education, conservation, and recreation. Opened in 1914, the Utica Zoo aims to be a premiere tourism destination for visitors and to provide exemplary animal care. With over 200 animals representing 99 different species, the Utica Zoo plays a pivotal role in the conservation and advancement of several endangered and critically endangered species, such as Red Panda, California Sea Lions, White Handed Gibbons, Mexican Wolves, Chinese Alligators, Mexican Spider Monkeys and more. Situated on over 80 acres in the scenic Roscoe Conkling Park, the Utica Zoo is minutes from Downtown Utica hotels, Utica Union Train Station, and NYS Thruway exits, 30 minutes from Turningstone Casino and Resort, and under 2 hours from the Capital District.