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Exotic Resort Zoo

235 Zoo Trail, Johnson City, TX 78636 Usually daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; holiday exceptions apply
Address
235 Zoo Trail, Johnson City, TX 78636
Hours
Usually daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; holiday exceptions apply
Best For
Families and animal lovers
Dogs
No dogs, including service animals
Accessibility
Guided tour has a heavy-duty wheelchair ramp
Best time to visitArrive by 4:30pm at the latest to allow enough time for the full experience. Admission$19.95 adults; $15.95 children; $17.95 seniors; feed extra Getting thereAbout 45 minutes from downtown Fredericksburg

Why people come here

  • Open daily year-round
  • Choice of guided or self-drive tours
  • Online booking available
  • Coolers and outside food permitted
  • Military discounts offered

Get up close with hundreds of free-roaming animals at this family-owned safari park, offering both guided tractor tours and drive-through experiences.

The Exotic Resort Zoo is home to more than 700 animals representing over 45 species in a free-roaming environment. Visitors can choose between a guided tractor tour, where a dedicated guide shares insights about the animals, or a self-paced drive-through safari in their own vehicle. Both options allow for close encounters as animals frequently approach looking for feed. The park also features a petting zoo and picnic areas for a full day of interaction.

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What You'll Experience

  • Tractor-drawn guided tours
  • Self-paced drive-through safari
  • Free-roaming wildlife approaching vehicles
  • Petting zoo area
  • Picnic grounds

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does admission to the Exotic Resort Zoo include?

General admission covers either one guided tractor tour or one drive-through safari in your own vehicle. It also includes access to the petting zoo, caged animal exhibits, and the picnic area. Animal feed is sold separately.

Can I bring my dog to the Exotic Resort Zoo?

No, dogs are not allowed on the property. Because the zoo's free-roaming animals view dogs as natural predators, this restriction applies to all pets and service animals for the safety of the wildlife.

What happens if it rains during my visit?

The zoo operates rain or shine. In the event of lightning or extreme cold, guided tractor tours may be suspended, but visitors can still choose the drive-through option in their own vehicles.

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