Trailside Museums & Zoo

At Bear Mountain State Park

The Animals

Trailside only houses animals native to New York State. All of our animals are either permanently injured or orphaned and would not be able to survive in the wild. Their presence here at the zoo offers visitors the chance to see these beautiful creatures up close and learn about the importance of conserving their natural habitat.

Up-close view of one of Trailside's resident porcupines (Photo © Michelle Riley)

Trailside is home to a wide range of mammals and birds, as well as a variety of reptiles, amphibians & fish!