Set on a sweeping 60-acre site in Elk Grove, this visionary new campus reimagines the future of the Sacramento Zoo. The design features a welcoming entry pavilion, guest services hub, and retail space, complemented by a full-service restaurant with panoramic views of the savanna habitat. Behind the scenes, a state-of-the-art veterinary hospital and commissary support exceptional standards of animal care. With immersive environments and innovative habitats throughout, the project is a bold expression of the zoo’s mission: to inspire, engage, and prioritize the well-being of both animals and visitors. This exciting collaboration led by sh|r Studios is slated to open to the public in 2030.
Elk Grove, CA
Location
60-acre
Size
$180M budget
Construction Budget
In Progress
Status
sh|r Studios
Landscape Architecture + Exhibit Design
MLA Egineering LLC
Structural Exhibit
Mar Structural Design
Structural Architectural
EXP
Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing
TJP
LSS Engineering
Kimley Horn
Civil
Biohabitats
Wetland Engineering
RGLA
Retail Design

Elk Grove, CA
Location
60-acre
Size
$180M budget
Construction Budget
In Progress
Status
sh|r Studios
Landscape Architecture + Exhibit Design
MLA Egineering LLC
Structural Exhibit
Mar Structural Design
Structural Architectural
EXP
Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing
TJP
LSS Engineering
Kimley Horn
Civil
Biohabitats
Wetland Engineering
RGLA
Retail Design
Set on a sweeping 60-acre site in Elk Grove, this visionary new campus reimagines the future of the Sacramento Zoo. The design features a welcoming entry pavilion, guest services hub, and retail space, complemented by a full-service restaurant with panoramic views of the savanna habitat. Behind the scenes, a state-of-the-art veterinary hospital and commissary support exceptional standards of animal care. With immersive environments and innovative habitats throughout, the project is a bold expression of the zoo’s mission: to inspire, engage, and prioritize the well-being of both animals and visitors. This exciting collaboration led by sh|r Studios is slated to open to the public in 2030.