Adirondack Animal Land
Gloversville, NY
- Admission
- $18
- Accreditation
- None listed
not accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Everything below is directory information drawn from public sources and the zoo's own site.
Animals at Adirondack Animal Land
2 confirmed
Feathers & Fangs from visitors
What people who've been to Adirondack Animal Land say
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About Adirondack Animal Land
Adirondack Animal Land is a family-owned and operated wildlife park at 3554 State Highway 30, Gloversville, New York 12078, in the Great Sacandaga Lake region of Fulton County. The park's website describes the property as 80 acres of farm land in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains.
The park says it provides a home in an all natural setting for over 500 animals and is dedicated to educating visitors as well as providing an exciting family activity. The park lists a phone number of 518-883-5748.
Exhibits and habitats
Admission includes two distinct experiences, according to the visit page: a walk-through section and a drive-through section. The African Safari page says visitors drive through the safari section in their own vehicles, where camels, ostrich, buffalo, deer and other animals approach cars, and it encourages visitors to watch for newborn animals.
The visit page says that animals returning for the 2026 season include the monkeys, alligators and aoudads, and the animals page lists a dromedary camel. The animals page notes that exhibits are subject to change without notice.
Planning your visit
The park is open seasonally in summer. As listed on the park's website, the 2026 season ran from July 1 to August 30, 2026, with hours of 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the last admission ticket sold at 3 p.m. One admission covers both the walk-through and the drive-through sections, and children under 24 months are admitted free. Directions on the site list estimated drive times of 15 minutes from Johnstown, 30 minutes from Saratoga, 50 minutes from Utica, and 60 minutes from Albany and from Lake George. From Johnstown the route is Route 29 east to Route 30 north; from Albany and Utica it is Interstate 90 to Exit 27 at Amsterdam, then Route 30 north.
The park states that payment is cash only, with an ATM on site. Pets are not allowed in the drive-through or walk-through sections; the park says many of its animals see dogs and other pets as a threat. Visitors enter the drive-through at their own risk, and the park says it is not liable for vehicle damage. The park also states that no weather-related passes are issued. Admission fees are listed on the park's website.
What we haven't confirmed
Everything above came from public sources. These specifics we haven't stood behind yet:
- Year founded and ownership details
- Parking
- Accessibility
- Opening date for the 2027 season
Adirondack Animal Land compared with nearby zoos
How Adirondack Animal Land lines up against the closest zoos we have details for — useful if you're deciding between them for the same day out.
| Zoo | Distance | Admission | Hours | Size | AZA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Animal LandThis zooGloversville, NY | — | $18 | 2026 season July 1 – August 30: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM, last ticket sold 3:00 PM. Closed for the season. | — | No |
| Utica ZooUtica, NY | 52 mi | $11 | 10:00am – 4:30pm | — | Yes |
| Fort Rickey Discovery ZooRome, NY | 68 mi | $12 | Fall 2026 (Sept 12 – Nov 1): Sat & Sun 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, last admission 3:00 PM; open Columbus Day. | — | No |
| Trevor ZooMillbrook, NY | 88 mi | $7 | 9 AM – 5 PM | — | Yes |
Distances are straight-line. A dash means we haven't confirmed that detail yet, not that the zoo lacks it.
AZAThe Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Accredited members have passed an independent inspection of animal care and welfare, safety, conservation and education, repeated every five years. Many smaller facilities never apply, so “not accredited” isn't a verdict on its own. What accreditation means · How we check this
Adirondack Animal Land: common questions
Where is Adirondack Animal Land?
At 3554 State Highway 30, Gloversville, New York 12078, in the Great Sacandaga Lake region of Fulton County.
Can visitors drive through?
Yes. The park has a drive-through safari section and a separate walk-through section.
What payment does the park accept?
The website says cash only, with an ATM on site.
Are pets allowed?
No. The website says pets are not allowed in the drive-through or walk-through.
When is the park open?
The park opens for a summer season. The website listed the 2026 season as July 1 to August 30, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the last ticket sold at 3 p.m.
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