Utah's Hogle Zoo

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely loved our visit to Hogle Zoo! This zoo is a standout attraction nestled at the base of the mountains, offering not only incredible views but an amazing variety of animals. From big cats and bears to sea lions and giraffes, every exhibit is thoughtfully designed and easy to explore. The animals look well cared for, and you can really tell the staff is passionate about what they do. One thing that really stood out was the food—surprisingly delicious for a zoo! There were plenty of options, from classic favorites to healthier picks, and everything was fresh and reasonably priced. It made our visit even more enjoyable to be able to grab a great bite while relaxing in a beautiful setting. All in all, Hogle Zoo is clean, well laid out, and packed with fun for all ages. Highly recommend spending a day here!

The animals are so calming. Recent local events we're making me dressed and getting out in nature and hanging out with the animals was precisely what I needed. I could sit and watch the monkeys for an hour. The small animals building is a treasure with all the fun animals. The zoo has a vintage vibe in the older area. There are fun play areas for kids to run and climb. They have a train ($3) and merry go round ($3). I was just happy to be there watching the tiger stalk around, the polar doing his laps with a dramatic jump at the window, the angry cat who seemed to growl, the monkey who was chattering. I'm a personal fan of the tortoises. If you haven't gone to the zoo in the whole, just do it. Wander and look at the animals. It will do your soul good.

We love this small zoo! Three polar bear Nikita is the best and so is the tiger and the snow leopards. We were there just in time for them to feed the gorillas outside which was fun to see. Also, there is a tiny baby orangutan born just this summer and another baby giraffe born in February.

I'm sad to report that I really did not care for the zoo. The enclosures are awfully small for the different types of animals. In the small animals building, a lot of the enclosures, you cannot see the snake or the insect of what is supposed to be in there. They're too high up. You have to stand on the railing if you want to see it. I personally do not stand on railings. I have been to many zoos in my lifetime and this one seems to be the poorest. I know zoos are expensive to run. But part of me says that the animals should be relocated to a bigger zoo where they have a better quality of life.

Such a fun time at the zoo! I was so thankful the sheer amount of shaded areas and water fans for cooling down. That’s something you don’t see all the time. Fed the giraffes which was super fun. Food wasn’t extremely overpriced (still expensive but could have been worse), and animals were SO cute! Staff was super helpful and kind, and it’s a very family friendly activity.

We love visiting Hogle Zoo! We got a pass with the Black Friday deal, and we're trying to maximize it this year. The Wild Utah exhibit is a really cool new addition, and my kids loved watching the "flying squirrel training" the other day. I think the educational programs are great. The train is always a hit, although it's an extra $3 per person, and the carousel is the same. My kids like the playgrounds too. We prefer to go early, before it's too hot, and pack a lunch cooler. We also got to watch the dog show last time, and that was fun. We do miss the elephants, but the camels and Mongolian horses they brought in to replace them are fun to see as well.

In July 2025, we visited the Hogle Zoo in Salt Lake City, utah. Hogle Zoo is a fun place to visit and see the wild animals. We came on July 4th, which is one of Hogle Zoo's military appreciation days. Since I am a veteran, my guests and I received free admission. Hogle Zoo continues to improve and upgrade itself, and we enjoyed the new Wild Utah exhibit. The train ride is super fun, and the train operates smoothly. We also enjoyed the dog show called Canine Champions for Conservation. The weather was not too hot, and the animals moved around more. It was a fun day at Hogle Zoo, and thank you for covering our admission price for the 4th of July.

The zoo has changed from what it was in the early 2000s but in a great way. Love getting the family pass to bring the family and spend a few hours here. Right now is a great time to see the baby orangutan and baby spider monkeys. Sad the elephants aren't here anymore but still great to come to.