Hayward’s Wilderness Walk: A 35‑Acre Zoo Where Exotic Animals Meet a Frontier Town

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Hayward’s Wilderness Walk: A 35‑Acre Zoo Where Exotic Animals Meet a Frontier Town

Explore Wilderness Walk Zoo & Western Town—35 acres with over 300 exotic and domestic animals—and use this guide to plan hours, admission and what to bring for a full day outdoors.

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Hayward’s Wilderness Walk: A 35‑Acre Zoo Where Exotic Animals Meet a Frontier Town.

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Hayward
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Wilderness Walk Zoo & Western Town
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Zoo
Robert Eric Crews
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Set on 35 acres in Hayward, Wilderness Walk Zoo & Western Town pairs the close-up spectacle of more than 300 exotic and domestic animals with the staged charm of a western town. The park is an all-ages outing that blends photography opportunities and easy exploration across open grounds and themed areas.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ANIMALS

Over 300 creatures to meet

The park is home to more than 300 exotic and domestic animals and birds, making animal viewing the primary draw for visitors of every age.

THE GROUNDS

A spacious 35‑acre wildlife park

Wilderness Walk occupies 35 acres, offering room to wander the grounds and find photography-ready moments throughout the property.

THE SETTING

Zoo meets Western Town

The park combines the thrill of a traditional zoo with the novelty of a western town setting, giving visitors both animal exhibits and themed areas to explore.

What the day feels like

What a day here feels like

A visit unfolds as a relaxed day roaming fenced exhibits and themed spaces across a single, compact property: you can base a day on animal viewing, stop for staged western‑town photo ops, and return repeatedly to favored enclosures as the group’s pace dictates.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this visit suits—quicknotes on suitability by traveler type.

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Families with Young ChildrenThe park is an all‑ages attraction; infants (0–1 years) are admitted free, and child pricing applies for ages 2–11, making it straightforward for family outings.
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Multigenerational GroupsVisitors of different ages can attend together—senior pricing is available for ages 65 and up—so older family members can join easily.
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First‑time Zoo VisitorsWith over 300 animals spread across a single property, the park offers a broad introduction to exotic and domestic species in an accessible setting.
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Budget‑Minded VisitorsClear, age‑based admission categories make it easy to plan costs for groups with children and seniors; child and senior admissions are discounted relative to adult pricing.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Bring a camera and plan to spend a whole day on the grounds to make the most of photography and animal viewing opportunities.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

When is the park open?

The park is open from 10am to 3pm; the last park entry is at 2pm.

How large is Wilderness Walk Zoo & Western Town?

The park covers 35 acres.

How many animals are at the park?

The park is home to over 300 exotic and domestic animals and birds.

What are the admission rates?

Young children (0–1 years) are free; children (2–11 years) are $11.95; adults (12+) are $16.95; seniors (65+) are $14.95.

What should I bring for a visit?

Bring a camera and plan to spend a whole day on the property to capture photographs and experience the exhibits.