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“only zoo on the Central Coast!”
The Charles Paddock Zoo is the ONLY Zoo on the Central Coast and is home to hundreds of species from all over the world. We have numerous animals that are part of globally managed programs to preserve animals and their habitats. If you want to engage with some of the rarest animals in the world in a safe and respectful environment then visit us often!
Mountain Zoo Small five-acre zoo located in Atascadero that's been open since 1955. Originally called "Atascadero Children's Zoo," it was later changed to its current moniker in 1980 to honor its... Read more
I went with my little grandson's and daughter on a rainy morning. When the sun broke out the animals came out to play and eat. We went to the zoo, it opens at 10 after a walk around the lake.... Read more
FYI they close the gift shop at least 30 minutes before the zoo closes. No posted hours or warnings so if you want a souvenir, don't wait until you're leaving to buy. I am used to gift stores... Read more
Charles Paddock Zoo
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- Sun - Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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