Take a Hike at the Santa Barbara Zoo

Kids can now walk through National Parks at the Santa Barbara Zoo. The short but sweet trails are teeming with butterflies, Channel Island foxes, birds, and chipmunks — some of the California State Wildlife ready to be discovered. 

Even though the critters are plastic (acting as the hidden objects of scavenger hunts), the Zoo’s new Ranger Station brings a bit of the wild into the zoo’s walls. Located across from the Verandah overlooking the Australian Walkabout, the Ranger Station is now officially open and is meant to offer a connection to the great outdoors through various interactive experiences.

“The Zoo’s new Ranger Station represents our commitment to environmental education and fostering a love for nature,” shared JJ McLeod, Director of Education at the Santa Barbara Zoo. “We believe that by providing these immersive experiences, we can inspire a new generation of conservationists and create lasting connections between people and wildlife.”