Kurumbapatti Zoological Park

Kurumbapatti Zoological Park is a small zoo located at the foothills of the Shevaroy Hills in Kurumbapatti, about 10 km from Salem city, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1981 and managed by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department, it houses a variety of mammals, birds and reptiles in a forested setting. Notable for its natural surroundings, children's park and proximity to Yercaud, it serves as a popular family and educational outing near Salem.

Visitors can expect a compact, forested zoo set at the base of the Shevaroy Hills with enclosures for spotted deer, sambar, blackbuck, peafowl, parrots, crocodiles, turtles and small carnivores, along with aviaries and reptile sections. The park has shaded walkways, gardens, a children's play area and seating areas. The environment is green and hilly, with views of the surrounding forest. Visitors can walk through the zoo circuits, observe animals, take photographs and relax in the park area.

Established in 1981 as a small zoo by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department on forest land at the foothills of the Shevaroy Hills. It was developed as Kurumbapatti Zoological Park under the management of the Salem Forest Division to provide ex-situ conservation, education and recreation for the Salem region.