Santa Ana Zoo Park
Zoo focusing on endangered species and children's exhibits
Families visit the Santa Ana Zoo in Orange County for small-animal exhibits focused on Central and South American species, a narrow-gauge train and educational programs aimed at children and school groups.
Santa Ana Zoo at a Glance#
Address: 1801 East Chestnut Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA
Website: https://www.santaanazoo.org
Hours: Daily 10am-4:30pm (hours can vary seasonally)
Admission: Adults $9-$12 (varies), children and senior rates; free for children under 2
About Santa Ana Zoo#
The Santa Ana Zoo is a small municipal zoo located in Santa Ana, Orange County, California, focused on species from Central and South America. It is a local educational and family attraction rather than a large metropolitan zoo.
The site developed as a city zoo and has operated as a community institution offering animal exhibits, education programs, and small-scale family attractions.
The zoo sits within the city of Santa Ana in Orange County, accessible by local roads from other Orange County communities.
- Collection focus: The zoo specializes in animals and habitats from Central and South America and operates family-oriented attractions such as a small train and children’s exhibits.
How to Get to Santa Ana Zoo#
The Santa Ana Zoo is a short drive from downtown Santa Ana and near the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center. From Interstate 5, take the 17th Street exit and follow local streets east; limited street parking and a small on-site lot are available. Local buses serve nearby stops-check OCTA routes for the latest connections.
Tips for Visiting Santa Ana Zoo#
- Visit in the morning to see the most active animals and avoid school-group rushes.
- Bring coins for the small animal feeding stations and the miniature train on some weekends.
- Check the zoo's 'Feed the Animals' schedule-interactions are often timed and limited.
Best Time to Visit Santa Ana Zoo#
Open year-round; spring and fall are best for comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds.
Weather & Climate near Santa Ana Zoo#
Santa Ana Zoo's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from 7°C to 29°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 8° - 20° | 14° | 74 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 8° - 21° | 15° | 75 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 9° - 21° | 15° | 68 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 11° - 23° | 17° | 21 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 13° - 24° | 19° | 6 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 15° - 26° | 21° | 2 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 17° - 29° | 23° | 1 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 18° - 29° | 24° | 3 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 17° - 29° | 23° | 8 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 14° - 26° | 20° | 10 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 10° - 23° | 16° | 34 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 7° - 20° | 14° | 48 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
