ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – New admission fees will take effect at the Spring River Zoo in Roswell starting Friday. Roswell city councilors voted last year to start charging fees at the zoo. For Roswell residents, tickets will start at $5 for adults and $2.50 for kids.
Tickets for non-residents will be $10 for adults and $3.50 for kids. Zoo admission can only be purchased online. The zoo is open each Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (The last entrance to the zoo is at 3 p.m.) and prescheduled private tours are offered on Thursdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and can be scheduled by calling 575-624-6760.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit roswell-nm.gov/1531/Tickets.