Ellen Trout Zoo

Ellen Trout Zoo Mission: To cultivate an appreciation of the natural world. This is the official page for the Ellen Trout Zoo in Lufkin, Texas. F.O.E.T.Z.
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FEES:
Adults 12-59 $10
Seniors 60 & older $8
Military $8
Children 4 to 11 $5
Children under 4 Free

Members of Friends of the Ellen Trout Zoo: Free

Open 9 am - 5 pm, Last entry at 4:30 pm, Cash only after 3:30 pm

The Ellen Trout Zoo is owned and operated by the City of Lufkin which is responsible for the daily operation. Friends of Ellen Trout Zoo

(F.O.E.T.Z.) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization that assists the Zoo in a supportive capacity. will focus on funding for major expansion and renovation projects in the Zoo's master plan. Ellen Trout Zoo is the Wildest Place in Town and YOUR Place to Connect to the Natural World!

Join us this summer for a wild adventure at Zoo Safari Summer Camp 2026, Exploring North & South America! 🕶☀️🐾Register h...
04/13/2026

Join us this summer for a wild adventure at Zoo Safari Summer Camp 2026, Exploring North & South America! 🕶☀️🐾

Register here: https://webstore1.centaman.net/EllenTroutZoo/calendar/1000021

After you are finished purchasing your camp spot, you will receive a separate email to sign your waiver, list any pick up people, and let us know any needs your student may have during camp.

04/06/2026

Despite a full day of rain, friends and family filled The Grand in downtown Lufkin for the Friends of Ellen Trout Zoo's annual Zoo Brew. (Check the comments for a link to the story and photos by BROCK WEST/The Lufkin Daily News.)

04/02/2026

Zoo Brew is moving to The Grand!

Due to rain, we are changing locations, but everything else remains the same. You can still expect the same great food and drinks, the same fabulous music, and the same amazing raffle and auction items. As always, our Education Animal Ambassadors will be on site.

We can’t wait to see everyone at The Grand for a great night in support of Ellen Trout Zoo! 🧡

Join us this summer for a wild adventure at Zoo Safari Summer Camp 2026, Exploring North & South America! 🕶☀️🐾If you are...
03/30/2026

Join us this summer for a wild adventure at Zoo Safari Summer Camp 2026, Exploring North & South America! 🕶☀️🐾

If you are a Friends of the Ellen Trout Zoo (FOETZ) member, you can register on April 1st - 9th, 2026! FOETZ members, check your email & SPAM folder for the registration link tomorrow.

If you are not a FOETZ member, you still have time to join before registration opens on April 1st by buying a membership online at https://www.friendsofellentroutzoo.com/services-9

Zoo Safari General Registration is open on Monday, April 13th, 2026, at 9 am on our webstore: https://webstore1.centaman.net/EllenTroutZoo/products

03/22/2026
Join us for an inspiring conversation about conservation as we celebrate the release of Jennifer L. Bristol’s new book, ...
03/13/2026

Join us for an inspiring conversation about conservation as we celebrate the release of Jennifer L. Bristol’s new book, Wild Women for Good: Stories of Conservation in Texas.

This engaging panel discussion will bring together four remarkable East Texas women, Janice Bezanson, Ellen Temple, Jenny Sanders, and Ellen Buchanan, who have spent more than 40 years on the front lines of conservation. Through their stories and experiences, they will reflect on the challenges they have faced, the progress that has been made, and the hopeful actions still ahead for protecting Texas’s natural landscapes and wildlife.

Come be part of an afternoon of storytelling, insight, and inspiration. Please RSVP at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-conversation-about-conservation-tickets-1984841319818?aff=oddtdtcreator

Happy February! Princess and the Frog is this Saturday, and there are still a few tickets left! 🐸👑
02/01/2026

Happy February!
Princess and the Frog is this Saturday, and there are still a few tickets left! 🐸👑

Get your Princess and the Frog tickets here:
https://webstore1.centaman.net/EllenTroutZoo/calendar/1000013

Wear your best attire for a frog-themed tea party! 🐸👑
Royalty will enjoy a light meal, games, crafts, and learn about our froggy friends.

Address

402 Zoo Circle
Lufkin, TX
75904

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19366330399

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