The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens

A desert zoo and botanical garden at the foot of the Santa Rosa Mountains, focused on animals and plants from deserts around the world. Beyond daily visits it runs family programs, guided garden walks, dog days, and WildLights, its evening holiday light show each winter.
Coming up at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
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The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens · 9:00 AM
Wild at Heart: ZooCamp for Adults
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens · 9:00 AM
Desert Tortoise Celebration Day
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens · 10:00 AM
Dog Day at the Zoo
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens · 8:00 AM
Me & You at the Zoo
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens · 9:30 AM
Fall ZooCamp 2026
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens · 8:30 AM
WildLights 2026
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens · 6:00 PM
Meet the Curator
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens · 9:00 AM
Coffee and Conservation
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens · 9:00 AM
Member Hike
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens · 8:00 AM
Dog Night: Jingle Pups
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens · 6:00 PM
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