On top of Mill Mountain, the zoo has 45 species of animals including snow leopards, a Siberian tiger, hawks, red pandas, and Asian reptiles. Several points offer views of the city and the Roanoke Valley. The Zoo opened in 1952 with a yearly attendance of 70,000.
Location:
Walnut Ave, Roanoke Virginia
Telephone
540-343-3241
Other Wildlife Viewing nearby:
(Craig) Great Divide Elk Hunts
(Roanoke) Mill Mountain Zoo
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06/09 Coming to The Roanoke area
Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival Harrisonburg VA June9-16 The Shenandoah Valley Bach Festival is a week-long summer music festival devoted to promoting an appreciation and understanding of the music of Bach and a featured composer, country, era or people.
Appalachian Festival Beckley WV August23-25 The 17th Annual Appalachian Festival is three big days packed with arts, crafts, entertainment, music, food and fun!
Golden Delicious Festival Clay WV August30-September1 The Golden Delicious is the State Fruit of West Virginia. Clay County is the birthplace of the golden delicious. Antique Car Show, Art Auction Baking Contest,
5K Run/Walk, Golf Tournament.
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