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3 years ago

It's a small zoo, but the animals are well taken c...

It's a small zoo, but the animals are well taken care of. Small kids live it, and it has a very reasonable entrance fee, or a membership. It's also a nice place to walk around and get some exercise, or play Pokemon Go. It's wheelchair accessible as well. There's a carosel, and a great playground.

B
3 years ago

We had my (our) son Daxton's birthday here on a Sa...

We had my (our) son Daxton's birthday here on a Saturday afternoon. The initial contact regarding having the birthday there, was met with professional and happy staff. I dealt mostly with Mason, who was always available to answer my bazillion questions ha! I was able to bring my own food, the zoo had a wonderful cake as part of there package. As well as punch,cups,plates,forks,napkins and table covers! Certainly saves time having to get all of that n set up! The kids had unlimited carousel rides, the opportunity to have a zoo docent show them 2 critters up close(a turtle and blue tongued skank)while giving them some education on each and allowing them to ask questions too! Also, the birthday included zoo admission, so the kids were able to wonder around and see some of our cold weather animals:) It was a great experience. No complaints whatsoever!

L
3 years ago

It's always a treat to go there. I get in my step...

It's always a treat to go there. I get in my steps for health and have the joy of seeing the birds and animals.
I'm in a walk group with two friends and we love the Wednesday morning Walk Program starting at 7AM to 9AM. We go inside the carousel building at 9 to have coffee, water, and a couple of donut holes while we listen to Sally as she shares the educational component with all of us. It's very interesting and tons of fun. It's an ever changing zoo with a big heart.

J
3 years ago

A great place to spend an afternoon with kids. We ...

A great place to spend an afternoon with kids. We love going and my grandchildren especially enjoy being "hands on" with the goats and feeding the animals that are allowed to be fed. Lots to look at and you can also enjoy a bite while sitting at a picnic table. The new areas are beautiful and very kid friendly. Also, at the end of our time at the zoo, we all enjoy the beautiful carousel. Great for families with younger children who don't want to travel a long distance to see some unique and familiar animals.

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3 years ago

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3 years ago

Great little zoo to bring the youngins! The facili...

Great little zoo to bring the youngins! The facility is well kept and the staff is very friendly! Follow them on facebook to see some of the great events they host, many are free and the kids love it! Can't beat a free event at the zoo when you want to take the kids out for a day!

M
3 years ago

Honestly the smallest zoo I've ever been to and it...

Honestly the smallest zoo I've ever been to and it doesn't take long to walk around and see everything but it's still enjoyable and definitely a spot to bring the kids. Staff was friendly and helpful while I was there.

T
3 years ago

Date of Visit: 10/13/2019 - We had a great visit t...

Date of Visit: 10/13/2019 - We had a great visit to this zoo! Having grown up with the Minnesota Zoo (in Apple Valley, MN), this zoo seemed quite small, but we really enjoyed how quaint it was. We also enjoyed that there appeared to only be 4-5 families walking the zoo while we were there, so it was almost as if we had our own personal zoo to ourselves. The staff we encountered by the front door was incredibly friendly, however, the staff we encountered by the carousel were not friendly at all. We stopped into the shelter to take a quick photo of the carousel and were glared at the entire time. Only took us about 30-45 minutes to walk the entire zoo.

D
3 years ago

Beautiful Zoo, staff was extremely helpful and fri...

Beautiful Zoo, staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Zoo was well kept and clean. The enclosures look nice and large enough for the animals. Other than the heat of the day we went, it's a really nice Zoo, but with a few air conditioned buildings it was just fine, the prices of concessions is about on par with any Zoo or family attraction nowadays. Will definitely be coming back for another visit in the future.

B
3 years ago

Nice, little zoo with some very nice grounds and e...

Nice, little zoo with some very nice grounds and eating areas, along with small little concessions placed in convenient areas. The staff is very friendly and willing to answer any questions you have. It is definitely worth a visit.

R
3 years ago

Very small zoo. We were disappointed. Literally to...

Very small zoo. We were disappointed. Literally took about 30 minutes to walk through it. Quite expensive ($10/adult and $7/kid).
The Como zoo in Minneapolis is bigger (and free, but suggested donation of $3 /adult $2/child). This is what they should charge.
Winnipeg zoo is about 10 times bigger, about 3-4 hours to walk through and $20/adult or $10 per child. Much better value.

About Red River Zoo

The Red River Zoo is a non-profit organization that has been dedicated to the care and breeding of some of the world's rarest cold climate species since its inception. Located in Fargo, North Dakota, this zoo is home to over 600 animals from more than 89 different species.

One of the unique features of this zoo is its focus on cold climate species. The zoo has created habitats that mimic the natural environments of these animals, allowing them to thrive in captivity. Some of the most popular exhibits at Red River Zoo include those featuring Amur tigers, red pandas, gray wolves, and snow leopards.

In addition to providing a safe and comfortable home for these animals, Red River Zoo also plays an important role in conservation efforts. The zoo participates in several breeding programs aimed at increasing populations of endangered species such as Pallas's cats and Amur leopards.

Visitors to Red River Zoo can enjoy a variety of educational experiences during their visit. The zoo offers guided tours led by knowledgeable staff members who provide insight into each animal's behavior and habitat needs. There are also interactive exhibits where visitors can get up close with some of the smaller animals like hedgehogs or reptiles.

For those looking for a more immersive experience, Red River Zoo offers several behind-the-scenes tours where visitors can see how animal care staff prepare food or clean enclosures. These tours provide an opportunity for guests to learn about what goes into caring for these amazing creatures while getting an up-close look at their daily routines.

Red River Zoo also hosts several events throughout the year including Boo at the Zoo during Halloween season and ZOOvies during summer months where families can enjoy movies under the stars while surrounded by wildlife.

Overall, Red River Zoo is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in learning about cold climate species or supporting conservation efforts aimed at protecting endangered animals around the world. With its commitment to providing exceptional care for its residents while educating visitors about their importance in our ecosystem - it truly stands out among other zoos across America!