description Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Overview
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a zoological park situated in Colorado Springs, Colorado, at an elevation of approximately 6,800 feet. It holds the distinction of being the highest-altitude zoo in the United States, built directly into the mountainside. The facility is known for its large herd of reticulated giraffes, which visitors can feed by hand, as well as its focus on conservation and endangered species. It serves families and tourists seeking interactive wildlife experiences in a unique high-altitude environment.
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How high up is the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo located?
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs, Colorado, sits at an elevation of roughly 6,800 feet above sea level. This makes it the highest-altitude zoo and the only mountain zoo in the United States.
Does the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo have giraffes you can feed?
Yes, the zoo features an incredibly popular African Rift Valley exhibit where visitors can hand-feed Reticulated giraffes. They maintain one of the largest and most prolific giraffe herds in North America.
What is the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo?
The Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun is an 80-foot observation tower located on the zoo's grounds. Built by zoo founder Spencer Penrose, it serves as a memorial to Will Rogers and offers panoramic views of the Colorado Springs area.
How do I get to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo?
The zoo is located on the side of Cheyenne Mountain just southwest of downtown Colorado Springs. Visitors access it by taking a winding, scenic 2.4-mile drive up a road that is maintained by the zoo itself.
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