Location: Mansfield, Texas Years Active: 2003 – Active Hawaiian Falls Mansfield is your standard Texas waterpark. It’s got the slides and pools you’d expect, and the tropical theme is a nice touch. If you’re local, it’s a decent way to kill a hot afternoon, but don’t expect a mind-blowing experience. The lines get Long on…
Location: Garland, Texas Years Active: 2002 – Active Hawaiian Waters Waterpark in Garland, Texas, is your wild island escape! Since 2002, they’ve turned Texan heat into tropical thrills. This place is packed with adrenaline-pumping slides like the “Hana Highway” – think drops, twists, and pure speed. Want to chill? Grab a float and cruise the…
Location: Waco, Texas Years Active: 1993 – Active Cameron Park Zoo isn’t your standard zoo experience. It’s in the heart of waco, Texas, sprawling across 52 acres with over 1,700 animals. Expect to see elephants, lions, playful monkeys… the whole global wildlife package. You might be surprised – they focus on making the habitats super…
Location: Brownsville, Texas Years Active: 1971 – Active Okay, let’s be real. Gladys Porter Zoo ain’t your fancy, big-city zoo. But that’s kinda the charm, right? It’s got a down-home feel, which is perfect for getting up close with some amazing animals. You’ll sweat in the Texas sun, that’s for sure. Smart visitors go early,…
Location: El Paso, Texas Years Active: 1930 – Active The El Paso Zoo isn’t your average animal park. It’s been a city fixture since 1930, and they take wildlife conservation seriously. But don’t think it’s all educational – this place knows how to have fun. Step through the gates, and you’re on a global adventure….
Location: Austin, Texas Years Active: 1990 – Active Love animals and a touch of quirky? The Austin Zoo delivers! This rescue zoo isn’t your standard animal park. It’s a little rough around the edges, a true haven for critters with a past. It opened way back in 1990 and covers 20 acres of gorgeous Texas…
Location: Fort Worth, Texas Years Active: 1909 – Active The Fort Worth Zoo is where the wild stuff happens! It’s been around since 1909, but don’t think it’s some old-fashioned animal park. This place is all about saving species and teaching us how to be better Earth buddies. Imagine strolling past lions one minute, then…
Location: Houston, Texas Years Active: 1922 – Active Love animals? The Houston Zoo is a Texas classic, but it’s no dusty museum. This place is packed with life! Get up close with everything from gorillas to giraffes. They’ve got tons of special events too. Feast with the Beasts is an absolute must. Some folks think…
Location: Dallas, Texas Years Active: 1888 – Active The Dallas Zoo is the oldest and largest zoo in Texas, located three miles south of downtown Dallas. Founded in 1888, this 106-acre zoo houses over 2,000 animals representing more than 400 species. The zoo is owned by the City of Dallas and managed by the Dallas Zoological Society, operating 364 days a year and welcoming over one million…
Location: San Antonio, Texas Years Active: 1914 – Active The San Antonio Zoo, located in San Antonio, Texas, spans 50 acres and houses over 750 species from around the world. It is known for its immersive exhibits like Africa Live! and its conservation programs. The zoo also features interactive attractions, including a carousel and a…
