Ellen Trout Zoo

The Ellen Trout Zoo is now among 255 AZA-accredited facilities worldwide after meeting strict standards on animal welfare, veterinary services, education, and operational excellence.

Rajah, the impressive 10-foot Komodo dragon at Ellen Trout Zoo in Lufkin, has passed away just shy of his 28th birthday. He was a familiar, captivating presence, fondly remembered by guests and staff alike.

See the fun costumes in Friday's contest in the gallery below.

If you have ever met Gordon Henley, you have a friend for life.

This year for the first time you can sign up in advance for the costume contest.

The Friends of Ellen Trout Zoo make the Zoo Brew better every year.

Lufkin Parks and Recreation Department is hiring class instructors for yoga.

Give your Christmas tree a second life by donating it to the Ellen Trout Zoo in Lufkin, Texas.

Explore the festive elf hunt at the Ellen Trout Zoo in Lufkin, Texas and get a treat if you find them!

Let your love for the Ellen Trout Zoo in Lufkin, Texas show on #GivingTuesday by making a donation no matter how big or small to the Friends Of Ellen Trout Zoo.

Paddy, a beloved white rhinoceros at the Ellen Trout Zoo in Lufkin, TX, sadly passed away on Nov 8, 2016. Highly regarded for her unique personality, Paddy will be deeply missed by her animal care staff.

This is the biggest kids' event every year for Halloween in the Lufkin area.