Mill Mountain Zoo is located in Mill Mountain Park located in the beautiful City of Roanoke, Virginia.  While the Zoo is a private, non-profit operation, it is located in Mill Mountain Park, a beautiful 568-acre regional park which maintained by Roanoke Parks and Recreation and offers an abundance of recreation opportunities.  Within this urban park’s boundaries you will find the Mill Mountain Zoo, Roanoke Star and two overlooks, Discovery Center, 10 miles of multi-use trails, Mill Mountain Wildflower Garden and outdoor classroom, a unique playground, picnic area and pavilion with grills and acres of natural beauty.