Explore the Wonders of East Texas Zoo & Gator Park

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start by finding your way to US-80 E. Continue on US-80 E until you reach the exit for TX-110 N towards Tyler. Merge onto TX-110 N and continue for approximately 20 miles. Take the exit for I-20 E toward Longview. After about 19 miles, take exit 572 toward TX-69 N. Merge onto TX-69 N and continue for about 15 miles until you reach Grand Saline. In Grand Saline, turn left onto FM1255. The East Texas Zoo & Gator Park will be on your left at 9515 FM1255, Grand Saline, TX 75140. There is usually no toll on this route, but ensure your car has enough fuel for the trip.

• Public Transportation

  For public transportation, first check if you can access the local bus services in cities like Tyler or Longview that connect to Grand Saline. You may need to take a bus to Tyler and then transfer to a bus heading toward Grand Saline. Once you arrive in Grand Saline, you will likely need to use a rideshare service (like Uber or Lyft) or arrange for a taxi to reach the zoo, as public transport does not directly service FM1255. Make sure to check the bus schedules in advance, as they can vary and may not run frequently.

• Rideshare

  Using rideshare services like Uber or Lyft is a convenient option if you are already in a nearby city like Tyler, Longview, or even Dallas. Simply open the app, enter 'East Texas Zoo & Gator Park' or the address 9515 FM1255, Grand Saline, TX 75140 as your destination, and follow the on-screen instructions. Keep in mind that fares will vary based on distance and time of day, so check the app for estimated costs before confirming your ride.