You don’t have to go on an exotic animal safari to see interesting animals. You can see many creatures right here in Minnesota! The Como Zoo and Minnesota Zoo are well-known spots to see critters from around the world. But Minnesota is also home to a few other zoos, including the one we’d like to feature today. If you’ve always dreamt of coming face to face with a giraffe, plan a trip to this great zoo. Not only will you get to see a giraffe – you’ll get to hand feed it! That and many other animal experiences await at Hemker Park & Zoo in Freeport, Minnesota. Read on below to learn more about this fun spot.
Hemker Park & Zoo is a fun attraction in Freeport, Minnesota. Open since 1977, it’s been a destination for Minnesota animal lovers for decades.
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Many love coming here for the park’s unique animals. There are many mammals, including camels, kangaroos, llamas, zebras, monkeys, and more.
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Reptiles, birds, and amphibians are also heavily featured. You can see macaws, penguins, tortoises, snakes, frogs, and even a tarantula!
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Aside from the regular animal displays, Hemker Park & Zoo also has several animal experiences. One of the most popular is the giraffe feeding experience.
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For $5 a person, you can climb up on a platform overlooking the giraffe area…
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…and wait for one of these tall creatures to come by! They’ll take food right out of your hand!
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Kids and adults alike will adore this unique experience. It’s not often that you get to come face-to-face with a giraffe!
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Hemker Park & Zoo has other animal experiences, too! You can feed a rhino or an otter, have an encounter with a cute budgie, pet a penguin, see a crocodile, and more!
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For animal lovers, this park is a must-visit spot. You’ll get to see interesting animals - and even connect with them face to face!
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For more information about Hemker Park & Zoo, including hours, attractions, and more, visit their website and Facebook page. And if you enjoy animal experiences, you may also be interested in our past article about Ramsey Park, a fantastic zoo in Redwood Falls, Minnesota.
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Address: Hemker Park and Zoo, 26715 Co Rd 39, Freeport, MN 56331, USA
