Halls Gap Zoo

Halls Gap Zoo is Victoria's largest regional zoo located on Grampians Road in Halls Gap, on the edge of Grampians National Park in western Victoria. Set over about 26 hectares of bushland, it houses more than 160 species of native and exotic animals including giraffes, cheetahs, meerkats, primates and Australian wildlife. Established in 1984 as Wallaroo Park and privately operated, it is known for interactive encounters, conservation breeding and family-friendly exhibits.

Visitors can expect a bushland zoo with open enclosures and walk-through exhibits spread across a large site. Animals include big cats, giraffes, deer, primates, reptiles and extensive native Australian species. The zoo offers keeper talks, bookable animal encounters, picnic lawns and shaded paths. Facilities include a cafe/kiosk, gift shop and playground. The setting is rural with Grampians ranges views and gravel and sealed paths connecting exhibit areas.

Originally opened in 1984 as Wallaroo Park, the property was gradually developed into Halls Gap Zoo. Under private ownership it expanded over several decades to become Victoria's largest regional zoo, with a focus on expanding exotic and native collections and participating in conservation breeding programs.

The zoo contributes to wildlife conservation, education and regional tourism in the Grampians, supporting breeding programs for threatened species and providing public education about native and exotic wildlife.