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Cougar Mountain Zoo

19525 Southeast 54th St, Issaquah, WA 98027
+1 425 392 6278; +1 425 391 5508 (office)
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Ranked #4 of 14 attractions in Issaquah
Type: Zoos
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Seattle, Washington, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

Not very many animals, but provides exactly what you'd expect from a small zoo. Very friendly and informative staff. We popped in after a hike up nearby Poo Poo Point. A fun pit-stop.

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Renton
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

This has to be one of the underated attractions in the Northwest. Do not expect a huge zoo. Do expect a quality experience. The mountain lions are sleek, spectacular. The reindeer are a welcome surprise, as are others.

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Kirkland, Washington
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

This is a great place for younger kids. It's just the right size to go through and they have some amazing animals.

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Seattle, Washington
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

This is a small zoo but the tigers are awesome! We also saw some beautiful birds while visiting. I is a nice place to take younger kids.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

Small to be called a "zoo", and expensive, but a wonderful place for a leisurely afternoon with young kids. Great views of Lake Sammamish on nice days. Parking can be tricky on a busy day, and the place is kind of hilly which may be hard for people with limited mobility.

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Seattle, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

This zoo in Issaquah is tucked away, small and delightful. They have TIGERS who are gorgeous and children love them! It is the perfect size for toddlers, and plenty to see for them! All of the animals are "accessible" and seem to be very content. Molu the cockatoo even has his own Facebook page!

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

Animal lovers will love the exotic and small-scale opportunity to experience this out of the way reserve.

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Black Diamond, Washington
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

This is a small zoo and good for an afternoon trip with small children. Plenty of interesting animals to see.

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Issaquah, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013

It's perfect for smaller kids and people who don't want to spend their day hiking. The animals seem content. You also have a lovely view of Lake Sammamish. It is small and that's why we go there. The people that work there are nice. Parking has been our only issue. It's a great educational trip.

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Lafayette, Louisiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

I always wanted to visit this place. Today my brother and I went. We really enjoyed it. I want to come back here with my grandson.

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