Oregon Zoo - Portland, OR

Address:4001 SW Canyon Road
Portland, Oregon
Tel: (503) 226-1561

While best known for its breeding of Asian elephants (in 1962, Packy became the first elephant born in the Western hemisphere in more than 40 years), this zoo offers a great deal more. In the insect zoo, for instance, you can see the emperor scorpion and the Madagascar hissing cockroach. The Cascade Crest Exhibit has a simulated snow cave and mountain goats, while at the Cascade Stream you'll be able to peek into the beaver den and watch river otters frolic in a cool, mountain stream. That's only the start of what will be an exciting day at the Oregon Zoo.

Especially for kids: Petting Zoo, Train Rides. Stroller rentals available.

Extras: Educational Presentations, Tours.

Open 9 am to 5 pm. $$ (Moderately Priced)

Statistics: Approximately 1,880 animals belonging to 270 species on 64 acres. 1,300,000 estimated annual visitors.