Wild Access
Welcoming to all
We’re committed to welcoming everyone in our community and ensuring that economic circumstances are not obstacles to connecting with wildlife.
We offer heavily discounted admission tickets or memberships for Washington individuals and families who participate in income assistance programs or foster/kinship care.
If you have Washington photo identification and any current documentation showing that you participate in any of the programs below, you’re eligible to receive discounted admission or membership through our Wild Access program. Wild Access tickets and memberships must be purchased at the front gate.
Eligible programs:
Wild Access Benefits
Each adult receiving the benefit can purchase up to 6 daytime admission tickets for $6 each. The discount only applies to the adult receiving the benefit and their legal dependents (aged 3-18). See FAQs below for qualification and redemption details.
An annual Wild Access membership for $45. This membership covers 2 named adults and all legal dependents ages 3-18. Children 2 and younger are always free. This discounted membership must be used by the person receiving benefits and cannot be gifted. See FAQs below for qualification and redemption details.
Present proof of Washington state residency, such as a valid Washington photo ID. Documentation showing that you participate in any of the eligible programs for a discount is also required. Tickets and memberships must be purchased at the front gate. See FAQs below for qualification and redemption details.
Frequently Asked Questions: Daytime Tickets
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Who can buy discounted tickets?
Washington residents who receive Washington Quest EBT, WIC assistance, or participate in foster/kinship care.
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How does it work?
If you participate in any of the eligible programs, simply provide current documentation and proof of Washington residency, such as Washington photo identification at our front gate to buy these discounted tickets. SNAP credit on the Washington Quest EBT card cannot be used to buy Zoo tickets or buy food inside the Zoo.
Wild Access tickets are for daytime admission only. Wild Access discounts cannot be combined with other offers or promotions and cannot be used for special programs.
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How many discounted tickets can I buy?
You can buy up to 6 daytime tickets per visit for you and your legal dependents (aged 3-18). If you would like to buy more than 6 tickets, you will need to buy them at the general admission price.
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How do I get the discounted tickets?
You can only buy these discounted tickets in person at our front gate.
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Can other people use my EBT card/WIC Folder to buy discounted tickets?
No. You must be present and show photo identification and documentation that proves you are the one receiving the benefit.
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What is considered acceptable documentation?
You must provide proof of Washington state residency (such as a Washington state photo ID), AND one of these acceptable forms of documentation:
- Washington Quest EBT card with your name printed on it or your signature
- WIC voucher/card or appointment folder with your name
- DSHS kinship caregiver card
- DCYF caregiver authorization form
- Foster caregiver license certificate or identification card
If you don’t have the required documentation, you won’t be able to buy discounted admission tickets.
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Do I have to show photo identification?
Yes. You must be able to show that the documentation belongs to you.
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What is the age of dependent children?
For our purposes, dependent children are defined as your legal dependents who are age 18 and younger. Individuals over the age of 18 who are receiving benefits should have their own documentation and identification.
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Can I apply my Wild Access ticket purchase toward a Wild Access membership?
Yes, you can apply your Wild Access ticket purchase to a Wild Access membership on the day of your visit. You cannot apply ticket purchases from previous visits to your membership purchase. Talk with a member of our visitor services team at our membership booth to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions: Memberships
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How does it work?
Washington residents who receive Washington Quest EBT, WIC assistance, or participate in foster/kinship care are eligible to buy deeply discounted annual memberships.
You can only buy your Wild Access membership in person at our front gate. And you will need to show documentation of EBT, WIC assistance, or foster family/kinship caregiver status as well as photo identification that matches your documentation.
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What is acceptable documentation?
You must provide proof of Washington state residency (such as a Washington state photo ID), AND one of these acceptable forms of documentation:
- Washington Quest EBT card with your name printed on it or your signature
- WIC voucher/card or appointment folder with your name
- DSHS kinship caregiver card
- DCYF caregiver authorization form
- Foster caregiver license certificate or identification card
If you don’t have the required documentation, you won’t be able to buy discounted admission tickets.
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What does my Wild Access membership include?
Your Wild Access membership includes unlimited admission to the Zoo for a full year, invitations to member-only events, and discounts at the gift shop, café and more. Learn more about the benefits of membership here.
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If I already have a membership, can I be reimbursed?
No. The Wild Access discount cannot be retroactively applied to previous purchases of memberships or tickets.
Still Have Questions?
We’re here to help! Contact our membership office by phone at (253) 404-3800 or by email at comments@pdza.org. Or talk with a member of our visitor services team at our front gate.