Is the zoo at the Ark Encounter free?

The zoo, Children's Zoo, kangaroo walkabout, and animal shows are included with Ark Encounter admission. Camel rides and camel encounters have an additional cost.



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Is there free parking at the Ark Encounter? No parking is not free but they have a large parking lot and nice buses to drive you to the park. It is $15 for standard vehicles.

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You can easily spend at least a whole day visiting the Ark, the Ararat Ridge Zoo, enjoying a meal, and catching one of our dynamic, world-class speakers at the Answers Center. It will take 5–6 hours to take in the entire experience at a leisurely pace.

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The Ark Encounter like many attractions is more busy during the weekends. If possible visit during the weekdays. But if you cannot weekends are fine. We visited on Memorial Day weekend 2023 and although it was busy in some areas the crowds were able to spread out to the many attractions.

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To avoid the crowds, it's advisable to visit during weekdays or early in the morning.

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You are able to leave the Ark Encounter and reenter on the same day. Take the shuttle bus back to the parking lot and your specially colored wristband will allow you to regain entry. The Ark is wheelchair- and stroller-friendly.

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The Ark Encounter takes very seriously its responsibility to ensure that its attractions are family friendly. Due to this, we require all guests to wear clothing that is appropriate. Inappropriate clothing at our locations includes, but is not limited to: Clothing with obscene language or graphics.

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As you enter the Ark, you can feel the presence of the Holy Spirit, or at least, I did. Much walking and you walk on ramps or they do have elevators. The Ark itself is 510 ft long, 85 ft wide, and 51 ft high. You go on a self-guided tour, so you can go at your own pace.

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“Can I buy tickets the day of when we get there?” Yes, you can buy tickets the day you get there, but if you buy on line you get free parking.

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The two locations are just under an hour away from each other so it would be tricky to do both in one day. Seeing the actually size of the ark in person is really impressive and awe inspiring.

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You can easily spend at least a whole day visiting the Ark, the Ararat Ridge Zoo, enjoying a meal, and catching one of our dynamic, world-class speakers at the Answers Center. It will take 5–6 hours to take in the entire experience at a leisurely pace.

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Tips For Visiting The Ark Encounter
  • Plan A Visit During Off-Peak Times. Try to visit the Ark Encounter during off-peak times. ...
  • Visit The Ark Encounter Website. ...
  • Plan For A 4- To 6-Hour Visit. ...
  • Purchase Tickets In Advance. ...
  • Wear Comfortable Shoes And Clothes. ...
  • Beat The Crowd. ...
  • Download A Map. ...
  • Bring A Camera.


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You can tackle both in a day if you're up for it, but I recommend planning for at least two days to fully immerse yourself. Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the mysteries of creation.

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The zoo, Children's Zoo, kangaroo walkabout, and animal shows are included with Ark Encounter admission.

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