The zoo is located inside beautiful **Irvine Regional Park** in the city of Orange, nestled among the majestic 477-acre wilderness park.
The zoo features animals and plants native to the southwestern United States, including **black bear**, **mountain lion**, **bald eagle**, **kit fox**, **ocelot**, **beaver**, **great horned owl**, **porcupine**, **coyote**, **turkey vulture**, and more. There is also a **barnyard** with domestic **goats** and **sheep**.
The admission fee is **$2 per person** ages 3 years and over, and **free** for ages 2 years and under. There is also an entry fee for **Irvine Regional Park**, which is **$3 per vehicle** on weekdays and **$5 per vehicle** on weekends (with higher fees on major holidays).
Yes, the zoo offers a variety of educational programs and special events. Please click on **Programs** and **Events & Programs** for a current listing of what's available.
Yes, you can take a self-guided audio tour by dialing **(714) 481-0355** on your cell phone. Refer to the guide (available below and at the zoo) and enter the animal exhibit number followed by the **#** key to hear fun and interesting information about the zoo's animals.
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