Memorial Park and Bear Hollow Zoo

Memorial Park is one of the most popular family attractions in Athens. Nestled in the Five Points neighborhood, the park is home to Bear Hollow Zoo, the Birchmore Trail, a small lake, a dog park, and expansive picnic and playground equipment. The number and size of the trees make a wonderfully-shaded spot on even warm summer days. Admission to all areas and attractions is free.

Bear Hollow Zoo:

Bear Hollow Zoo is a popular place for families to come and see Georgia’s native wildlife. This small wildlife trail is home to black bears, bobcats, white-tailed deer, owls, and many other species of wild, free-living animals.

Trails:

• The Birchmore Trail is a 1.25-mile trail that winds through an urban forest and is highlighted by the Great Wall of Happy Hollow, which was built single-handedly by local legend Fred Birchmore while in his 70s.

• The Lake Walkway Loop is a paved walking path that runs three-eights of a mile around the Memorial Park lake.

Renovated Dog Park

Bear Hollow Pod Tour:

Listen to these podtours to learn more about the animals in Bear Hollow.

1. Introduction


2. The History of Bear Hollow


3. The Otters


4. The Owls


5. The Woodchucks


6. The Alligator


7. The Deer and the Turkey


8. The Bald Eagle


9. The Bobcats


10. The Bears


11. The Screech Owls


12. The Opossum


13. The Red-Tailed Hawk and the Great Horned Owl

@visitathensga Bear Hollow Zoo is Athens’ local zoo! The whole family will enjoy 🐻#bearhollowzoo ♬ Adventure - Chris Alan Lee