Cape May County Park & Zoo

A free, year-round county zoo in central New Jersey with hundreds of animals across large savanna, aviary, and reptile exhibits.

707 North Route 9, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 · Cape May Court House, NJ

About Cape May County Park & Zoo

Located in Middle Township's Cape May Court House section, this county-run zoo sits inside a larger county park. It opened in 1978 and holds well over 500 animals from roughly 250 species. Its biggest draw is a large African savanna exhibit, supported by a free-flight aviary and a notable reptile collection. Admission costs nothing and the grounds are open all year. The official site also lists an adventure course, a gift shop, and programs such as camps, animal adoption, and school field trips.

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