Portland, Oregon
The Oregon Zoo, located in Washington Park, is the oldest zoo west of the Mississippi River. It is dedicated to wildlife conservation and education, housing thousands of animals from around the world in habitats that mimic their natural environments.
Popular exhibits include Elephant Lands, a sprawling habitat for the zoo's Asian elephant herd, the Africa Savanna, and the Great Northwest area featuring bears, cougars, and condors. The zoo is also known for its conservation breeding programs.
Observe animals in action, attend keeper talks, and ride the zoo train. Seasonal events like ZooLights during the holidays transform the grounds with millions of LED lights.