Oregon Zoo is located along the MAX light rail line. It has 1,029 specimens representing 200 species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Of these, 21 species are endangered and 33 are threatened. The zoo is currently active in 21 Species Survival Plans. The zoo's botanical garden has more than 1,000 species of exotic plants, including firebird heliconia, pelican flower, and ground orchid. They offer a variety of dining options, from indoor dining at the Cascade Grill to food carts located throughout the zoo with a variety of dishes.
Location:
4001 SW Canyon Rd, Portland Oregon 97221
Telephone
503-226-1561
Other Wildlife Viewing nearby:
(Portland) A & B Pro Guides and Charters
(Forest Grove) Adventures Without Limits
(Wilsonville) Animal Care Clinic
(Portland) Barbur Boulevard Veterinary Hospital
(Dundee) Bella Vista Llamas
(Oregon City) Berry Hill Veterinary Hospital
Request a Free copy of the Mile-by-Mile Guide to the Oregon Coast, which will be delivered to your USA postal address. Also request a free first issue of Oregon Coast magazine and sign up for coast deals.
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02/21 Coming to The Portland area
Water Music Festival Seaview WA April1 The Water Music Festival is an all-volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to bringing quality chamber music to the Lower Columbia River Region.
Astoria-Warrenton Crab and Seafood Festival Warrenton OR April26 Crab and seafood as well as entertainment. Listen to the Astoria HS Jazz Band on Sunday.
Grays Harbor Shorebird Festival Hoquiam WA April26-28 Witness the migrating shorebirds at Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge and other birding hotspots in Grays Harbor County.
Columbia Gorge Wine and Pear Fest Hood River OR May18-19 Start off the weekend with friends and fun featuring Columbia Gorge wineries and eateries. Highlights include entertainment, live music, wine tasting, great food, fruit exhibits with samples, and local artisans.
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