NEW HABITAT: COMING SOON ~

GET READY TO ROAR! LIONS ARE COMING TO OGLEBAY GOOD ZOO IN 2026

Join us for an unforgettable adventure in 2026 with the arrival of lions! Our cutting-edge lion habitat and immersive experiences will allow you feel the thrill of the roar of these majestic creatures right in your backyard!

Oglebay Good Zoo will become the first AZA-accredited zoo in the country to offer guests an opportunity to get up close and personal with lions in a breathtaking natural environment. The new 20,000 square foot lion habitat and management facility will be one of the largest of its kind in the eastern U.S. and the only one in West Virginia. This exhibit will provide an awe-inspiring, educational experience for animal lovers of all ages.

Elevate Your Experience

Grab a front row seat to the action in one of our Base Camp Villas, exclusive cottages built on site, offering a front-row seat to the action where you’ll experience daily lion encounters, explore the zoo on night tours, and indulge in delicious dining options and comfortable in-room amenities that make the stay unforgettable.

Education & Preservation

Through our partnership with the AZA’s African Lion SAFE program, Oglebay Good Zoo will ensure these magnificent animals have a future in the wild while educating guests on the importance of preserving lions and their habitats for generations to come.

15% off Good Zoo Memberships

Enjoy discounted Good Zoo memberships now through – March 31, 2025 with code LION.

Thank you to Flip West and family, the Colcom Foundation, Helen J. Prince Foundation and other generous supporters for making this extraordinary project possible. To ensure the success of this project and the ongoing preservation of these majestic creatures, additional support is needed.