Colorado Springs is home to America’s ONLY mountain zoo. Located at 6,800 feet above sea level, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo offers breathtaking views of the city and of its 750 animals. The unique design of the Zoo’s animal exhibits gets guests closer than ever before. Hand-feed one of the largest reticulated giraffe herds in the world, watch grizzlies swim with trout, hop next to red-necked wallabies and get hands on with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents in The Loft. Have a WILD adventure at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo – see the animals, ride an antique carousel, eat a gourmet lunch at the Grizzly Grill and ride the Mountaineer Sky Ride to the Zoo’s summit. Visit 365 days a year for family fun at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Tickets for Military Our discounted military tickets are offered to all active duty, veteran and retired military personnel. You must show any of the following at Admissions to verify the discounted tickets for you, your spouse and your dependents living in the same household: – A valid military / retired military ID – A copy of your DD214 – Your state driver’s license printed with veteran indicator or military identifier – Your ID issued by the VA, VFW or American Legion – A military spouse ID, if the military member is not present The military discount for general Zoo admission is $3 off normal rates. No other discounts will apply to discounted military tickets. Advance tickets required.