Getting to Oregon Zoo's ZooLights
Nov. 22, 2020 to Jan. 10, 2021
It wouldn't be the holidays in Portland without a visit to ZooLights, and this year, there's a new way to illuminate the season! A new drive-through experience lets visitors enjoy a dazzling display of 1.5 million lights from their cars.
Advanced, timed-ticketing is required.
How the Drive-Through Experience Works
Explore ZooLights in a whole new way! Drive through the zoo and experience behind-the-scenes areas including the outside of Elephant Lands as well as immersive tunnels of lights and whimsical displays. Each drive-through will be approximately 30-40 minutes.
Drive-Through Check-In
When you arrive at the zoo, you'll join a queue to check-in curbside, then proceed to the drive-through entrance.
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Check in north of Lot C
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Drivers must wear a mask during check-in
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Have your tickets ready to scan at your car window
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Members: please have ID with your tickets
Directions to Check-In
From Highway 26
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Take Exit 72 and continue right onto SW Canyon Road
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As you approach the park, stay left and follow signs to remain on SW Canyon Road
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From SW Canyon Road, turn right at the North Entrance of Parking Lot C
Vehicle Requirements
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Vehicle size must be no larger than a full-size long bed truck. Maximum vehicle sizes are the following: 10' tall, 8.5' wide and 18.75' long
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Vehicles with loud exhaust or engine modifications will NOT be permitted entry
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No chains or studded tires
COVID-19 Safety Measures
The Oregon Zoo is committed to helping keep the community healthy and safe.
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Face masks are required for everyone 5 years and older while visiting Oregon Zoo.
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Zoo visitors need not wear a face-covering while observing the lights from their personal vehicle. Zoo visitors must wear a face-covering while interacting with staff or if outside vehicle for any reason.
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Zoo guidelines and policies are subject to change as new information becomes available. We recommend that you check for updates before your visit.