Phoenix has several wildlife parks and Zoo's, including the City Zoo, largest non profit facility in the USA. Located at 455 N Galvin Pkwy Phoenix, it's easily reached from any number of freeways.
Several loop trails will bring you to a variety of attractions...
There's the Arizona Trail, the African, the Tropics and the Childrens.
I've had the pleasure of going twice last year and will make it a stop on my next extended stay.
Parking is abundant, city buses come and go on a regular schedule and the staff is helpful.
There is a central court as you enter, where you can fill up on food and drinks.
There's lots of shade, it can get pretty hot at times. I was there in December and it was plenty warm out in the sun. Can't inagine what it would be like in the middle of summer!
The animal enclosures are large by typical zoo standards and most of the large pens have more than one viewing possibilities.
Take a picnic lunch, sit out in a shaded location and enjoy your day...
If you see a jungle cat in a tree, don't fret, he won't harm you if you give him respect (and jungle cat food)
If it's especially warm out, you may find him stretched out in some shady corner. I suggest a telephoto lens for a close up of the jungle cat in his native environment.
Just don't disturb him, if you can help it. After all, they like to sleep 22 hrs a day.
Know what I mean...
Driving in the jungle is not recommended... breakdowns can leave one stranded.
Take the day off and visit the Zoo!
Calgary, Toronto, Phoenix, or Budapest!
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