UTAH ZOOS & AQUARIUMS
- Major Zoos
- Utah’s Hogle Zoo – Salt Lake City
The state’s largest zoo, accredited by AZA and WAZA, featuring over 800 animals from 139 species on 42 acres. Highlights include African Savanna, Asian Highlands, Rocky Shores, Primate Forest, and the new Wild Utah exhibit focused on native wildlife.
2600 Sunnyside Ave S, Salt Lake City, UT 84108
- Zootah – Logan
A family-friendly zoo home to over 40 native and exotic species, including tortoises, monkeys, lynx, and macaws. Features educational programs and seasonal events.
419 W 700 S, Logan, UT 84321
- Otters and Others Zoo and Conservation – Tooele
A small nonprofit zoo and conservation center featuring otters, reptiles, and other animals, with a focus on education and rescue.
Tooele, UT
- Major Aquariums
- Loveland Living Planet Aquarium – Draper
Utah’s premier aquarium, home to 4,000+ animals from marine, freshwater, and rainforest habitats. Features include Ocean Explorer, Expedition Asia, Penguin Research Station, and interactive exhibits.
12033 Lone Peak Pkwy, Draper, UT 84020
- SeaQuest Utah – Layton
Interactive aquarium with over 1,200 animals from 300 species, offering hands-on feeding and encounters with marine life, reptiles, birds, and mammals.
1201 N Hill Field Rd, Layton, UT 84041
- Hansen Aquarium (Hansen Aquarium Support Foundation) – Orem
A nonprofit organization supporting aquatic animal care and education, with a small aquarium located at Seven Peaks.
Orem, UT
- Aviaries and Bird Centers
- Tracy Aviary & Botanical Gardens – Salt Lake City
One of the nation’s oldest and largest aviaries, with hundreds of birds from around the world, immersive habitats, and extensive gardens. Offers daily bird shows and conservation programs.
589 E 1300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84105
- Tracy Aviary at Jordan River Nature Center – South Salt Lake
A satellite campus of Tracy Aviary, focused on birdwatching, nature trails, and environmental education along the Jordan River.
1100 W 3300 S, South Salt Lake, UT 84119
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