Ya there is a pay parking outside the zoo
There is a pay parking lot across the street from thr zoo that i have always avoided due to its high price. Street parking in front of the zoo is free but you may have to drive around for 10-15 mins to find a spot. Easiest time to catch a spot is early morning or after lunch/afternoon when the morning visitors start leaving. I usually drop my wife/kids off so they can start checking out the zoo and then search for street parking. Good luck!
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