Spring River Zoo

Spring River Zoo Welcome to the Spring River Zoo! Featuring bears, mountain lions, buffalo and more!

Private Tours start at $10 per person or $5 if you are a member of Friends of Spring River Zoo. NOTICE OF SOCIAL MEDIA PARTICIPATION POLICY
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08/28/2025

The zoo will be closed Monday, Sept. 1, for Labor Day.

On June 27, we said goodbye to a beloved resident of Spring River Zoo, our mountain lion, Bret. He was special to those ...
07/03/2025

On June 27, we said goodbye to a beloved resident of Spring River Zoo, our mountain lion, Bret. He was special to those who raised him, worked with him, and to the community that got to see him at the zoo through the years.

The past several months he had lost weight due to kidney disease, and his aging joints made it difficult to move around like he once did. He was laid peacefully to rest with his zookeepers, veterinarian and veterinary assistant present.

Bret spent more than 18 years with us, having come here from the New Mexico Wildlife Center in Espanola Jan. 3, 2007, with his brother Bart (who passed away from cancer in 2018).

Bret loved people watching, especially kids. He was an excellent fisher, enjoying when the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish would bring live fish for him to catch. He was also fond of pinatas, tearing them to shreds to get to a special meat treat inside. He would play with heavy-duty balls designed for zoo animals, as well as a bowling ball that could be heard crashing around his exhibit as he played. Shredding melons, pumpkins and cabbages was one of his favorite things to do. He also loved it when it was Christmastime because he would get a huge Christmas present with a large piece of meat and bones inside. He loved to race the zookeepers’ carts, knowing his food would be delivered soon.

Anytime a zookeeper entered his enclosure, he would welcome them with a meow and rub against the enclosure walls in excitement. He was highly social and easy to work with. He was trained to go on a scale to monitor his weight, and he was seen regularly by his veterinarians.

He will be forever missed by all who knew him. Thank you to everyone who loved him as we did. Rest in peace, sweet Bret.

06/30/2025

Spring River Zoo will be closed Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

The zoo will be closed Monday, May 26, for Memorial Day.
05/21/2025

The zoo will be closed Monday, May 26, for Memorial Day.

City administration offices and certain other city facilities will be closed Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. Some city services will have an adjusted schedule for that Monday or that week.

In addition to city offices, the Roswell Public Library and Spring River Zoo will be closed Memorial Day. The Roswell Museum and Roswell Adult Center remain closed due to flood damage.

The Roswell Recreation and Aquatic Center and Nancy Lopez Golf Course at Spring River will be open Memorial Day.

City bus service and trash pickup will be altered because of the holiday.

Roswell Transit will have buses in operation that Monday, but for less hours than usual. The buses will run on Main Street from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call-in requests for pickup on other streets will also be available that day.

The Solid Waste Department’s trash pickup for the week of May 26 has been adjusted. Areas normally picked up Monday will be picked up Tuesday. Areas normally picked up Tuesday will be picked up Wednesday. The landfill will be closed Memorial Day.

The Spring River Zoo warmly invites you to tour the grounds with us! Come learn about our amazing animals every Monday, ...
05/05/2025

The Spring River Zoo warmly invites you to tour the grounds with us! Come learn about our amazing animals every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30 AM, starting at the zoo entrance.

Each tour lasts about an hour and is led by one of our knowledgeable staff members who will guide your group through the zoo.

Can’t make the scheduled tour time? No problem! We’re happy to accommodate. To request an alternative time, especially for group tours, please email [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you at the zoo!

Just a friendly reminder—Arbor Day is this Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Spring River Zoo from 9 AM to 11 AM, or whil...
04/10/2025

Just a friendly reminder—Arbor Day is this Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Spring River Zoo from 9 AM to 11 AM, or while supplies last!

The City of Roswell’s Keep Roswell Beautiful program will help local residents celebrate Arbor Day by providing tree and shrub seedlings to citizens who wish to plant them in their yards or other properties.

The Arbor Day Seedling Giveaway is scheduled for Saturday, April 12, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Spring River Zoo (1306 E. College Blvd.). This is a free event that will offer seedlings on a first-come, first-served basis. At least one seedling will be offered to each adult attending the event while supplies last.

The tree and shrub types being given away will vary based on the available supply, but are types that are well adapted to this area and usually do well in this region. Those attending the event will also receive a reusable car trash container provided by the New Mexico Department of Transportation’s Toss No Mas program, a two-pack box of LED light bulbs donated by Xcel Energy, and a Keep Roswell Beautiful reusable shopping tote. The totes and seedlings are funded in part by the New Mexico Department of Tourism’s Clean and Beautiful Grant Program.

Volunteers are needed from 8 to 11:30 a.m. the day of the event to help set up, assist during the event and pack up afterward. Anyone interested in volunteering, or wishing to find out more about the seedling giveaway can call TJ Conyers at 575-637-6274.

National Arbor Day is the last Friday of April each year, but each state celebrates it on a day of its choosing. In New Mexico, it is officially recognized on the second Friday in March. The Roswell event is annually scheduled to take place between the state and national dates for Arbor Day.

03/18/2025

The City of Roswell’s Keep Roswell Beautiful program will help local residents celebrate Arbor Day by providing tree and shrub seedlings to citizens who wish to plant them in their yards or other properties.

The Arbor Day Seedling Giveaway is scheduled for Saturday, April 12, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Spring River Zoo (1306 E. College Blvd.). This is a free event that will offer seedlings on a first-come, first-served basis. At least one seedling will be offered to each adult attending the event while supplies last.

The tree and shrub types being given away will vary based on the available supply, but are types that are well adapted to this area and usually do well in this region. Those attending the event will also receive a reusable car trash container provided by the New Mexico Department of Transportation’s Toss No Mas program, a two-pack box of LED light bulbs donated by Xcel Energy, and a Keep Roswell Beautiful reusable shopping tote. The totes and seedlings are funded in part by the New Mexico Department of Tourism’s Clean and Beautiful Grant Program.

Volunteers are needed from 8 to 11:30 a.m. the day of the event to help set up, assist during the event and pack up afterward. Anyone interested in volunteering, or wishing to find out more about the seedling giveaway can call TJ Conyers at 575-637-6274.

National Arbor Day is the last Friday of April each year, but each state celebrates it on a day of its choosing. In New Mexico, it is officially recognized on the second Friday in March. The Roswell event is annually scheduled to take place between the state and national dates for Arbor Day.

03/14/2025

Spring River Zoo will be closed today, March 14, due to the wind. Stay safe.

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03/04/2025

Spring River Zoo will be closed today, March 4, due to the wind. Stay Safe!

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01/17/2025

Spring River Zoo will be closed Monday, Jan. 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

01/09/2025

UPDATE: Friday, Jan. 10
The zoo will remain closed Friday so staff can continue to clear snow and ice. We expect to reopen Saturday.
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Spring River Zoo is closed today (Thursday, Jan. 9) because of the weather. We hope to reopen Friday, but will make that determination then.

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🎄🐾 Merry Christmas from Spring River Zoo! 🐾🎄This holiday season, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our wonderful...
12/25/2024

🎄🐾 Merry Christmas from Spring River Zoo! 🐾🎄

This holiday season, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our wonderful community for your continued support and love for our animals. Your visits, donations, and enthusiasm help make Spring River Zoo a special place for all to enjoy! 🌟

May your holidays be filled with joy, peace, and the wonder of wildlife. We look forward to welcoming you and your loved ones back to the zoo in the New Year for more exciting adventures! 🦁🎅

From all of us at Spring River Zoo, Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎁🐒

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1306 E College Blvd
Roswell, NM
88201

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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Due to COVID-19 our Zoo is currently closed to the Public. However, we are booking Private Tours and birthday parties during this time. To book a tour please private message us, call us at 575.624-6760 or email [email protected]