Zoo & Amusement Park in York, Maine
Currently closed for the season. We reopen May 24th 2025
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The Fun Place Where Kids & Parents Play!
About York's Wild Kingdom
York’s Wild Kingdom, located in York Beach, Maine, has something to offer every member of the family. Each year, more than 200,000 people come to visit their favorite zoo and amusement park in the area. With wild animals from around the world, York’s Wild Kingdom is recognized for its rare species and knowledgeable curators.
We offer a variety of family rides, miniature golf course, petting zoo, concession stands, gift shop and so much more. A fun and educational way to spend the day with your family.
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Your zoo needs your support more than ever
Hello and thank you for visiting our website. We hope you are able to come and visit us over the summer!
York’s Wild Kingdom is a privately owned zoo and amusement park located in York Beach Maine, which has been operating since 1980. At our zoo you can spend the day observing and learning about a wide variety of animals, enjoy lunch and have some fun on our carnival rides. Just steps from Short Sands Beach we are a perfect day trip for the whole family.
York’s Wild Kingdom does not receive any state or federal funding. Our Profits earned go directly towards veterinary care, animal diets, enrichment, heating, exhibit maintenance, the design of new exhibits, paying our dedicated staff, and the many other expenses involved in housing and caring for animals year-round.
Please consider making a contribution towards our zoo. No amount is too small and every generous contribution helps us ensure that all animals are well-fed, provided with enrichment, and are receiving any necessary veterinary care.
*Please be aware that financial gifts to York’s Wild Kingdom are not tax deductible.
We thank you in advance and hope you can come spend the day with our animals.-York’s Wild Kingdom
See why our customers enjoy our company!
Pleasant grounds with surprising number is animals. The parakeet area was really fun even for 16 yr old. Bring quarters for animal feed machines. Great for little kids.
– Kristen C | Tripadvisor
everyone can see lots of animals at the zoo and everyone can have fun at the zoos and they can take pictures of animals if they want to and it would be amazing to have the pictures to remember the days that people went to the zoos and have an amazing time there
– Hannah M | Tripadvisor
A favorite place to come to. We have been com6tk York for 40 years and do the animal kingdom every couple years. Love the paddle boat and feeding the ducks. Kids miss the elephant ride but Enjoyed the very brief camel ride.
– Tammy R | Tripadvisor
My of my favorite zoos to visit. I was there this past weekend. The weather was perfect. The packing lot was filled by 10:30 but the actual zoo was not crowded at all. The animals looked content and very comforable. I was able to finally see the lion up close but he was sleeping. I am definitely going back in August. A great place to visit.
– Mara D | Tripadvisor
This kingdom and zoo certainly allows children fun rides food and animals all in one place. A bit aging and needs a facelift but the kids love it.
– James S | Tripadvisor
At the end of the summer, I had an opportunity to go on a mini vacation by myself. The must go to place ….. was this zoo. Being a photographer and author myself, I was in my glory. I walked and walked around the zoo for hours talking photos. The zoo was clean and easy to walk around.
– Mara D | Tripadvisor