Looking for a fun stop on your way to Chicago or just want to take a day trip somewhere new? Look no further than Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek!
Binder Park Zoo is one of the largest zoos in Michigan and features an array of animals with the Wild Africa Exhibit being a big highlight. Take the FREE zebra-striped wilderness tram or walk the 0.5 miles through the beautiful trees to the African savanna. There you will find a welcoming boardwalk path to view the zebras, giraffes, ostriches, lions, cheetahs and more! And for an added cost ($2-$5), you can have the opportunity to meet and hand-feed lettuce snacks the giraffes up close and personal!
Don’t forget to stop by the one-of-a kind wooden carousel or ride the vintage train pulled by a miniature locomotive through the scenic 1.5 mile nature loop! $3/person
No trip is complete without a go at the thrilling, three-story ropes course style attraction featuring five modern zip lines that curve around the structure allowing participants to soar freely through the air suspended by a safety harness. The SkyLark Ridge is $15.99 per person and the Little Larks is $6.99 (designed for kids under 48″)
The Binder Park Zoo season runs from May 1st to October 30th. Standard admission is $17.75 for adults and $14.75 for children ages 2 to 10. Children 2 and under are FREE. Parking is $3 per vehicle.
Binder Park Zoo // 7400 Division Dr, Battle Creek, MI 49014
