The zoo participates in the Species Survival Plan for the endangered Goeldi's monkey.
It is home to the first indoor/outdoor exhibit complex dedicated to the critically endangered Gila monster in the region.
The facility operates a significant rehabilitation and release program for local birds of prey.
The Warner Park location has served as a public zoological garden since the late 1930s.
The zoo features a rare Fennec fox exhibit that allows for close-up viewing of nocturnal desert behaviors.
The Chattanooga Zoo at Warner Park is an AZA-accredited facility focusing on global conservation and species survival programs. The zoo features a specialized Himalayan Passage exhibit housing red pandas and snow leopards. Visitors can explore the Corcovado Jungle area, which replicates the biodiversity of Central and South American rainforests. It maintains a dedicated focus on the conservation of endangered species native to the region and abroad. The facility includes interactive animal encounters and educational presentations throughout the day. It functions as a mid-sized community zoo emphasizing accessibility and intimate animal viewing opportunities. The zoo grounds are situated within the historic Warner Park infrastructure.
The elevated boardwalk overlooking the Himalayan Passage exhibit.
Visit the red panda exhibit during cooler morning hours when the animals are most active.
Check the daily calendar upon arrival for scheduled keeper talks and training demonstrations.
Wear comfortable, supportive walking shoes as the park features moderate elevation changes.
Attempting to visit during mid-day heat in the summer when many animals retreat to indoor, off-exhibit shelters.
Open daily except for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Do not feed or tap on enclosure glass; stay on marked pathways; keep voices low near sensitive animal habitats.
