Carefully groomed greens shape the face of top North American golfing destination, Brainerd, though this central Minnnesota city is also close to a handful of historic sites and sparkling lakes.
County Nature Center and Zoo featuring native Minnesota wildlife and displays concerning environmental topics; a 30 site campground – 15 electric sites and 15 non-electric sites, flush toilets showers, and on-line reservations. Environmental education classes offered for schools and weekend programs for all ages. Over 8 miles of well-maintained trails available for hiking, difficulty of trails varies. Snow-shoes and cross country skis available to rent in the winter.
Hours + Fees
Hours:
General Park Open Daily: from 5am to 10pm
Zoo Open Daily: 10am to 4pm
Season:
Year-Round
Price:
No Admission Fee
Details
Additional Details:
Other Date Information Additional Date Information: Park hours: 7am-10pm daily. Zoo hours: 10am-4pm daily. Zoo has made major additions in past two years. Otter and Wolf exhibits. Otter exhibit is now viewable to handicapped individuals Attraction Attributes Accessible to Disabled Can Accommodate Groups of 45 or more
Zoo is closed New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. A motorized track chair is available to persons with mobility issues at no charge. Wagons for children and wheelchairs for adults available at no charge as well.
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