Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is a community zoo located in Gulf Shores, Alabama, accredited by the Zoological Association of America and home to 118 species including 22 critically endangered animals. Residents include Eurasian lynxes, African lions, macaws, and lemurs, with popular interactive experiences such as giraffe and tortoise feedings, the South American Adventure exhibit, and Destination Madagascar. Keeper presentations take place throughout the day at no additional charge, offering guests an educational window into the animals' lives and conservation needs. The zoo provides zoo camp programs, school group visits, birthday parties, and community outreach, making it an engaging and accessible destination for families and wildlife enthusiasts along the Alabama Gulf Coast. Open daily from 9 AM to 4 PM, the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo delivers a memorable wildlife experience just minutes from the sugar-white beaches of Gulf Shores.
