Cougar Mountain Zoological Park - Issaquah Zoos and Aquarium

  • Address: 19525 South East 54th Street, Issaquah, WA 98027-8676
  • Phone: 4253915508
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  • Website:www.cougarmountainzoo.org
Average Rating
3.5
7+ reviews
from 2 sources
Yahoo! Travel
4.5
3+ reviews
Yelp
3.0
4+ reviews
Cougar Mountain Zoological Park
19525 South East 54th Street
Issaquah, WA 98027-8676

Cougar Mountain Zoological Park Details

Descriptions from Across the Web

  • Operated by the Washington Zoological Society, this zoo is dedicated to the care of threatened and endangered species. You will find many unique creatures here, including the Formosa Sika, the Red-ruffed Lemur and the Hawaiian Nene Goose. And, of course, you'll see the Cougar, for which the zoo i... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Cougar Mountain Zoo is located on eight-acres and specializes in unique and endangered species. Birthday party packages, tours, and other prescheduled ... more on GoCityKids.com
  • Dedicated to increasing the understanding & appreciation of the Earth's wildlife & the role of humanity in nature through education, research, captive breading, conservation, recreation & exhibition - Zoological Society of Washington is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization, ... more on entertainment.com

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3.0
A tad expensive...

(February 06, 2008 00:00)

This zoo had a well-designed cougar exhibit and a nice collection of beautiful birds. There are also llamas along with other hooved, and a set of lemur cages. The lemurs though, occasionally screamed, which frightened the children. If you're looking for a different zoo to spend your 10 dollars pe... A Yahoo! User, a user of Yahoo! Travel. Read full review on Yahoo! Travel

Lots of endangered species, admission is pricey

This is a great zoo in that they have many exhibits and animals that you wouldn't see in a regular zoo. The reindeer are so cool. At Christmas they have a special ... insiderpages.com, a user of insiderpages.com. Read full review on OpenList.com

5.0
Maria C. 's review

Don't compare this place to the Woodland Park Zoo and you'll enjoy it for what it is. A smaller zoo (in comparison) with a huge emphasis on endangered species ... a user of yelp.com. Read full review on Yelp

5.0
One of the nicest small Zoos in the country

Cougar Mountain Zoo may be a little small compared to the Puget Sounds other zoos (Point Defiance, Woodland Park, and Northwest Trek). However, as an experienced zoo-goer, I believe this is one of the nicest Zoos under 15 acres in the country. The grounds and architecture are beautiful and clean,... A Yahoo! User, a user of Yahoo! Travel. Read full review on Yahoo! Travel

where you go to see vanishing species

The Cougar Mountain Zoological Park is conveniently located in Issaquah. With an entrance free of $8 for adults (and $6 for children), ... insiderpages.com, a user of insiderpages.com. Read full review on OpenList.com

Directions

From I-90, take exit 15 in Issaquah (Highway 900), and travel south on Highway 900. Turn right onto Newport Way. Turn left onto SE 54th Street. The zoo is located up the hill on the left side of the street.

Hours

Jan-Nov: 9a-5p W-Su, Dec (1-23): 10a-7p M-Su

Miscellaneous

  • Admission: Adults $9.50; Children $7

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