Tickets can be purchased Online or at the Zoo Entrance.

Online tickets are only valid for the date on ticket. No refunds or exchanges. We suggest you purchase on your way over for the day.

NOTE: Turtle Back Zoo does NOT honor Reciprocal Memberships from Bergen County Zoo.

As you know, Essex County Turtle Back Zoo is continually renovating and upgrading to create a fun, safe and educational experience for our customers. You may now notice a “fee” on your transaction. This has previously been a part of your zoo admission, but our online ticketing now has been updated to include this fee as a separate line item on the ticketing side.

The funds generated are specifically allocated to be used on enhancements at the South Mountain Recreational Complex. The fee is $2.00 per paid ticket type. Free tickets do not incur a fee. We thank you for your support. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact us at #973-731-5800 x0.

*Park remains open for 1 hour after last admission for regular hours. 
Zoo will be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day. 

The Zoo is open Rain or Shine, so please plan your trip accordingly.

LOOKING FOR A GIFT FOR THAT ZOO FAN?

GRAB A ZOO GIFT CARD!

Gift Cards can be redeemed only for Zoo General Admission and Zoo Education Programming.

Gift Cards CANNOT be used to purchase: Zoo Membership, Gift Shop merchandise, Café or other food offerings.

Gift Cards expire one-year from purchase.

Gift Cards cannot be redeemed for cash. Gift Card will be sent via email for redemption. Please allow 48 hours for e-gift card to be activated.