Halls Gap Zoo, Wildlife park near Halls Gap, Australia
Halls Gap Zoo is a wildlife facility near Grampians National Park that houses over 120 native and exotic animal species across its 53-acre grounds. The park features koalas, kangaroos, cheetahs, American bison, and many other animals for visitors to observe.
The facility started as Wallaroo Wildlife Park in the early 1980s and later changed hands and was redeveloped. Ownership transitions in 1998 and 2007 brought changes to operations and animal management practices.
The zoo serves as a place where visitors learn about Australian wildlife and conservation efforts through animal presentations and direct encounters. These experiences help people develop a connection to species they might never see in the wild.
The zoo is located about 7 kilometers from Halls Gap town center and is easy to reach by car. The site provides picnic areas, a café, and a shop, making it comfortable for families spending several hours here.
The zoo runs specialized breeding programs for endangered species while allowing visitors to interact closely with red pandas, meerkats, and rhinoceros under trained supervision. These close encounters offer insight into the daily care and protection work involved for these animals.
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