Rolling Hills Zoo

Rolling Hills Zoo Rolling Hills Zoo, a world-class non-profit Zoo and Wildlife Museum. The Rolling Hills Zoo is a medium-sized zoo near Salina, Kansas.
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It is located in rural Saline County, 6.0 miles west of the I-70 and I-135 interchange, and 2.5 miles south of I-70 Exit 244 through the unincorporated community of Hedville. It houses over 100 species of animals in a number of exhibits.

🌿 Your WONDERFULLY WILD weekend adventure starts here!Today's Keeper Chats for SATURDAY, JUNE 6:• 10-11 AM: Giraffe Feed...
06/06/2026

🌿 Your WONDERFULLY WILD weekend adventure starts here!

Today's Keeper Chats for SATURDAY, JUNE 6:
• 10-11 AM: Giraffe Feed Station ($5; animal participation & weather dependent)
• 11 AM: Anteater/Sloth
• 12 PM: Hyena
• 1 PM: Camel/Highland Cow
• 2 PM: Maned Wolf
• 3 PM: Flamingos

Spend the day exploring the Zoo, meeting amazing animals, and discovering fascinating facts from the people who care for them and know them best!

☀️ Summer weekends are even more WILD at Rolling Hills Zoo!Now thru the end of Summer (Labor Day Weekend), you can join ...
06/05/2026

☀️ Summer weekends are even more WILD at Rolling Hills Zoo!

Now thru the end of Summer (Labor Day Weekend), you can join us for Animal Feedings and Keeper Chats that bring you closer to your favorite animals and the people who care for them.

🦒 Animal Feedings • 10–11 AM
$5 per feeding. Animal participation and weather dependent!
• Fridays – Highland Cow & Camel
• Saturdays – Giraffe
• Sundays – Ostrich

🐾 Keeper Chats
• Every Saturday and Sunday
• Every hour on the hour from 11 - 3 PM
We'll post the day's schedule right here on Facebook at 9 AM each Saturday & Sunday morning.

Like to Plan Ahead? View, download, and print the full summer Keeper Chat schedule anytime at:
www.rollinghillszoo.org/summer-keeper-chats

Make your epic weekend plans! Meet animals up close, learn fascinating facts from our keepers, and create WONDERFULLY WILD summer memories with family and friends. ☀️ Summer weekends are even more WILD at Rolling Hills Zoo!

(Feedings & chats may vary on special event days)

Animal Feeding & Keeper Chats are Sponsored By: Bank of Tescott

🐪 Friday Animal Feeding is Back! 🐮Every Friday throughout the summer, get up close with our Highland cows and our camel ...
06/04/2026

🐪 Friday Animal Feeding is Back! 🐮

Every Friday throughout the summer, get up close with our Highland cows and our camel during this special feeding experience from 10–11 AM!

🗓️ Every Friday throughout the Summer
🕙 10 – 11 AM
📍 Camel/Cow area

Meet us there during feeding time!
$5 per feeding

Animal feeding is dependent on animal participation and weather conditions! You can always call ahead if unsure - 785-827-9488!

WE'LL SEE YOU THERE - TOMORROW!

🌙 Adventure at twilight awaits at Rolling Hills Zoo! ✨Bring your pack for a wild summer evening at Twilight Safari - fea...
06/04/2026

🌙 Adventure at twilight awaits at Rolling Hills Zoo! ✨

Bring your pack for a wild summer evening at Twilight Safari - featuring a guided evening walk through the Zoo & Wildlife Museum, an up-close Ambassador Animal Encounter, and hot dogs & s’mores around the fire! 🔥🦒🍫

📅 Fridays • 5:00–8:00 PM
June 26 • July 24 • Aug 28 • Sept 18 • Oct 16
Register for one, or for ALL!

Your Twilight Safari adventure includes:
✨ Guided evening Wildlife Museum tour
✨ Guided evening Zoo tour
✨ Ambassador Animal Encounter
✨ Hot dogs, chips & s’mores by the fire*

🎟️ $25 per person
👧 Suitable for all ages except children under 4
⚠️ Advanced registration required! Space is limited!

REGISTER NOW, for any of the Twilight Safari dates, at www.rollinghillszoo.org/news/twilight-safari
Link on page opens form with all dates.

(*Fire pit weather dependent)

🔔 Don't forget - SUNSET STROLL IS TONIGHT, Thursday, June 4 from 5-8 PM at Rolling Hills Zoo!Bring your family, friends,...
06/04/2026

🔔 Don't forget - SUNSET STROLL IS TONIGHT, Thursday, June 4 from 5-8 PM at Rolling Hills Zoo!

Bring your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers - EVERYONE - to stroll with us this evening. Or, better yet, come earlier in the afternoon and stay through the evening to make the most of your visit - think of it as extended Zoo hours + a little extra magic and a relaxing evening stroll!

Something about strolling the paths in the golden light makes this wonderfully WILD experience even more magical.

🐾 Animals out until 7:30 PM
🚋 FREE Tram Rides!
🍽 Overlook Restaurant open - Dr. Pepper Rib Special!
🍹 Adult Beverages & Other Drinks* at Bamboo Bay's Tiki Bar
🛍 Gift Shop open for shopping
🎉 Kids activity

🎟 Regular admission applies.
💚 Members receive FREE entry after check-in

Please check in at the Admissions windows. Come for the evening, or make it a full afternoon adventure as you arrive earlier and stay through sunset!

06/04/2026

⚠️ WARNING: This video may cause excessive "awws." ❤️🥹

Ruth and her new anteater pup recently enjoyed their first time exploring the dayroom together, and watching this attentive mama care for her little one has been a joy for everyone.

Moments like these help us Touch Hearts, Ignite Passion, and Save Wildlife by inspiring conservation for vulnerable species like giant anteaters!

📹: Video taken by Kira, one of RHZ's Associate Curators

Get ready for a KAZOO WILD ADVENTURE this summer! 🐾From May 24 – September 7, 2026, embark on an unforgettable road trip...
06/03/2026

Get ready for a KAZOO WILD ADVENTURE this summer! 🐾

From May 24 – September 7, 2026, embark on an unforgettable road trip to explore all 7 AZA-accredited Kansas zoos!

❓What is an AZA-accredited zoo?
The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) ensures these parks meet the highest global standards for animal well-being, safety, and wildlife conservation.

HOW IT WORKS:

1. Print your passport from any participating zoo's website.

2. Visit each zoo to collect an exclusive stamp and passport token.

3. Collect all 7 stamps and be entered for a chance to WIN one of THREE Grand Prizes - a once-in-a-lifetime animal encounter at the Kansas AZA zoo of your choice!

Participating Zoos:
• David Traylor Zoo (Emporia)
• Hutchinson Zoo (Hutchinson)
• Lee Richardson Zoo (Garden City)
• Rolling Hills Zoo (Salina)
• Sedgwick County Zoo (Wichita)
• Sunset Zoo (Manhattan)
• Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center (Topeka)

Who’s ready to stamp their way across Kansas? 🦁🦒

👇 Get all the details and print your passport here:
https://www.rollinghillszoo.org/kazoo-wild-adventure

This Thursday, June 4th, is Sunset Stroll - share this with your friends, neighbors, co-workers - everyone!Stroll with u...
06/03/2026

This Thursday, June 4th, is Sunset Stroll - share this with your friends, neighbors, co-workers - everyone!

Stroll with us at Rolling Hills Zoo on Thursday, June 4 from 5:00–8:00 PM - or come earlier in the afternoon and stay into the evening to make the most of your visit! Think of it as extended Zoo hours with a little extra magic + a relaxing evening stroll!

Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy the Zoo in a different way, as the sun sets and the day cools off. Something about strolling the paths in the golden light makes this wonderfully WILD experience even more magical.

🐾 Animals out until 7:30 PM
🚋 FREE Tram Rides
🍽 Overlook Restaurant open - Dr. Pepper Rib Special!
🍹 Adult Beverages & Other Drinks* at Bamboo Bay's Tiki Bar
🛍 Gift Shop open for shopping
🎉 Kids activity

🎟 Regular admission applies
💚 Members receive FREE entry after check-in

When you arrive, please check in at the Admissions windows. Come for the evening, or make it a full afternoon adventure as you arrive earlier and stay through sunset!

ABSOLUTE LAST CHANCE to register NOW for this Saturday's (June 6th) Safari Breakfast at Highland Cow - presented by Clar...
06/02/2026

ABSOLUTE LAST CHANCE to register NOW for this Saturday's (June 6th) Safari Breakfast at Highland Cow - presented by Clark, Mize, Linville, Chtd.!

✔️Breakfast in the Zoo!
✔️Exclusive, informative & interactive Keeper Chat
✔️Question & Answer: Keeper will answer curious questions!
✔️BONUS: Zoo & Wildlife Admission is included with your Safari Breakfast registration, so stay and enjoy a day at the Zoo!

🎟️ Spots are limited for this family-friendly, early morning event! Register now for this, or any future Safari Breakfast dates:
🔗 www.rollinghillszoo.org/news/safari-breakfast
(The online form allows you to select additional dates to attend!)

Can't make it? Here are other upcoming Safari Breakfasts - each begins at 8 AM sharp:
• July 11 - Hyenas
• Aug 1 - Ambassador Animals

Don't miss this one-of-a-kind experience! See you at Safari Breakfast! ☀️

Don't forget! Walkabout Wednesdays begin tomorrow morning! Be here bright and early, and every Wednesday in June & July,...
06/02/2026

Don't forget! Walkabout Wednesdays begin tomorrow morning!

Be here bright and early, and every Wednesday in June & July, from 8 AM - 9 AM, and take in a peaceful early-morning stroll before the Zoo opens!

Watch as our keepers begin their day, enjoy the cool morning air, and experience the Zoo as it wakes up!

Stay through past 9 AM and turn it into a full Zoo day adventure!

Please note: not all animals may be up and out just yet during this early morning experience.

📍 Check in at Admissions upon arrival
🎟️ Non-Members: Regular admission applies
💚 RHZ Members: FREE entry after check-in
🚋 Trams will not be operating during this time

Address

625 N Hedville Road
Salina, KS
67401

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+17858279488

Website

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