Bergen County Zoo

“Inspiring people to care and to conserve”

As stewards of a living collection, The Bergen County Zoo embraces
the shared responsibility to provide a positive future for all wildlife.

General Information

The zoo is open 7 days a week, weather permitting
Hours of Operation:
10:00am – 4:30pm (last entry at 4:00pm)

Education & Discovery Center
10:00am – 4:00pm
May close for private programs. Signs will be posted on the door.

Admission Rates

Zoo admission is Free.

Admission resumes April 6th, 2026

Amenities

Train & Carousel – $3 per person
Tickets are $3.00 per person, per ride.
​​Tickets may be purchased at the facility at the zoo ticket booth.

Train and carousel are CLOSED for the season.
They will reopen on March on March 30th, 2026 (weather permitting)

Hours of Operation:
10am – 5:00pm (last ticket sold at 4:45)

Upcoming Events

Helpful Links

Zoo Gift Shop

The gift shop is located immediately inside the zoo gates, on the left-hand side.

For more information, please visit www.friendsofbergencountyzoo.org or contact friends@friendsofbergencountyzoo.org.

Contact Us

Bergen County Zoo

Phone: 201-634-3100

Bergen County Department of Parks

One Bergen County Plaza • 4th Floor • Hackensack, NJ 07601-7076
Phone: 201-336-7275