Bear Hollow Zoo at Memorial Park Athens

Check out Athens' beloved wildlife zoo that is home to rehabilitated Georgia wildlife including owls, otters, a variety of reptiles, and the local-favorite black bears. Families can enjoy a scenic stroll along paved paths while learning about wildlife conservation and animal rehabilitation.

If you've never been to Bear Hollow Zoo before, the entrance is located within Memorial Park (the signs will guide you!) and is completely free to enjoy.

Here are some of our current residents on exhibit:

• American Black Bear
• North American River Otter
• Beaver
• Red Fox
• American Alligator
• Eastern Spotted Skunk
• White-tailed Deer
• Bald Eagle
• Barred Owl
• Great Horned Owl
• Eastern Screech Owl
• Various reptiles and amphibians (reptile house)

Please note that weather conditions and holidays can affect zoo hours. Please double-check the zoo's webpage before you head out: https://www.accgov.com/bearhollow.