Big Bear Zoo
42801 Moonridge Road, Big Bear Lake, CA General Information: (909) 584-1299 Injured Animal Hotline: (909) 584-1299 Big Bear Alpine Zoo Curator's Office: (909) 584-1299
Plan a Visit – Big Bear Zoo
You will find every type of animal that lives in the Big Bear Valley, and some additional ones that respond well to our environment such as Grizzly Bears and Wolves. Please check out the animal bio pages to learn the history of the animals in our care.
Our Animals - Big Bear Zoo
African Pygmy Hedgehogs at the Zoo: Quilliam – surrendered pet Description The African Pygmy Hedgehog (Atelerix albiventris), or four-toed hedgehog, is a tiny mammal that is covered…
About Us – Big Bear Zoo
The Big Bear Alpine Zoo (formally Moonridge Animal Park) opened its doors in 1959 after a devastating wildfire roared through the San Bernardino National Forest displacing local wildlife. The zoo is currently home to mammals, birds, and reptiles representing over 85 species and is located in San Bernardino County, the largest County in the ...
Tickets – Big Bear Zoo
42801 Moonridge Road, Big Bear Lake, CA General Information: (909) 584-1299 Injured Animal Hotline: (909) 584-1299 Big Bear Alpine Zoo Curator's Office:
Black Bears - Big Bear Zoo
The Big Bear Alpine Zoo currently has 3 resident black bears. All of our bears are rescue bears that are unable to fend for themselves and cannot be released back to the wild. Hollybeary – Female black bear who arrived in 2005.
Animals – Big Bear Zoo
Holly/Hazel: Found orphaned in the Santa Cruz mountains within a couple weeks of each other at the end of 2022. Both cubs were brought to Oakland Zoo by…
Zoo Tours – Big Bear Zoo
Docents can be found around the zoo interacting with the public and using hands-on artifacts and learning tools to teach visitors about the wonderful animals in our care. As a result of their dedication, we are thrilled to be able to present docent led tours!
Twilight Safari - Big Bear Zoo
Join us for an hour long guided tour of the zoo with a focus on our nocturnal animals. Hot chocolate and cookies are available. Bring a jacket or sweater, the evenings in October can be cool in Big Bear.
Contact Us - Big Bear Zoo
For information about zoo memberships click here or call the Friends of the Big Bear Alpine Zoo 909-878-4200 (M-F 10:00 am to 4:00 pm) Press Contacts: For all Zoo inquiries, please contact Zoo Curator 909-584-1299