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Wilderness Trails Zoo

Zoo

4.5(2130 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 AM Wed
Wilderness Trails Zoo

About

Mile-long trail through an animal park. Small zoo highlights exotic animals amid local wilderness plus offers petting & hand-feeding areas.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Wilderness Trails Zoo:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    11721 Gera Rd, Birch Run, MI 48415
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    Phone
    (989) 624-6177
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    Hours
    Monday:10 AM–6 PM
    Tuesday:10 AM–6 PM
    Wednesday:10 AM–6 PM
    Thursday:10 AM–6 PM
    Friday:10 AM–6 PM
    Saturday:10 AM–6 PM
    Sunday:10 AM–6 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Petting zoo: Has petting zoo

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Good for kids birthday: Good for kids birthday
  • Kid-friendly activities: Has kid-friendly activities
  • Playground: Has playground

Parking

  • Free parking lot: Free parking lot
  • On-site parking: On-site parking

Nearby

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