Activity Overview
The Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary is a zoo and animal sanctuary in Folsom, California, which is approximately 30 minutes away from Sacramento by car. Unlike most zoos, the animals that live here are not bred, sold, or traded, but are instead cared for until they die. The zoo is also known for taking in animals that have been injured and would not be able to survive in the wild. If your family loves animals, then visit the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary to see and learn about a wide variety of species that are being given the best care possible, including cougars, bobcats, zebu, squirrel monkeys, boa constrictors, and black bears.
Things to Do
- Explore the zoo and learn about all of its fascinating animals! Small children especially love seeing the small mammals, including a Flemish giant rabbit, a raccoon, a skunk, ferrets, prairie dogs, and squirrels.
- Visit the canines and felines - you'll see dogs, coyotes, wolf-hybrids, foxes, cougars, bobcats, feral cats, and tigers!
- Go on an educational guided tour with one of the zoo's friendly docents - tours cost from $4 to $6 per person and are a great way to make the most of your zoo visit.
Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary Insider Tips
- Learn more about the zoo, its history, and its animals by visiting the website of the Friends of the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary, a non-profit organization that works with the zoo. It also contains information on hours and admission prices.
- Visit on the first Tuesday of the month from September through February for half-price admission.
- Check out their Events page to learn about special zoo events that are fun for the whole family!
Fun games for the whole family
Making science into family fun
Giving the little ones a laugh
Fun, creative activities
Exercise for the mind
Entertainment for the whole family
Great fun when you're stuck at home