If you’re an animal lover, you’ve likely visited some of Michigan’s large zoos and enjoyed observing the wildlife that resides within. But there’s one park in the Great Lakes State that offers an entirely new and exciting adventure for animal enthusiasts. At Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park in Michigan, you’ll see a fascinating plethora of exotic species and even get the chance to interact with some of these beautiful creatures.

Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park in Michigan sits on 80 acres of land near the town of Alto.
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This exotic animal park in Michigan prides itself on a wide array of creatures. Boulder Ridge is home to 180 species and approximately 1,500 individual animals.
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The park takes animal care seriously: its true-to-nature design and wide-open spaces allow each animal to roam as though it’s residing in its natural habitat. It's one of best best Michigan zoos you can visit.
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At Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park in Michigan, you’ll get up-close and personal with hundreds of mammals. Some park favorites include zebras, baboons, camels, giraffes, and kangaroos.
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The diverse array of reptiles has also drawn accolades for the park. Visitors can observe everything from poison dart frogs to pythons to American alligators.
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Do you love all things avian? Check out the birds that live at Boulder Ridge. Whether you’re marveling at the beauty of an owl or watching an ostrich strut about its habitat, you won’t be disappointed.
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Remember, this is no ordinary zoo - it's one of the most unique places in Michigan! At Boulder Ridge, you’ll have the chance to see some of the park’s animals in a more direct way than you’ve ever experienced.
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Hop on a free Safari Ride for a 20-minute trip through some of Boulder Ridge’s larger herds of animals. You’ll wonder if you’ve been transported out of Michigan.
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Throughout this exotic animal park in Michigan, hands-on opportunities can be enjoyed by the whole family. Whether you’re holding a lizard or petting an adorable baby wallaby, you’ll leave Boulder Ridge with a wealth of new experiences.
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If you’re looking for a fun and unique way to experience some of nature’s most amazing creatures, start planning your trip to Boulder Ridge. What a perfect opportunity to learn, play, and “go wild!”
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Have you visited Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park in Michigan? If so, please tell us about your experience in the comments! For more information on Boulder Ridge and admission details, visit their website here.

For another place that features animal encounters, read our post on Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo. 

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Melissa M. | August 22, 2021

What other Michigan zoos can I visit?

Michigan has some wonderful zoos that are fantastic destinations for the whole family to enjoy. Roscommon Zoo, located in the small town of Roscommon, is a family-owned zoo where visitors can enjoy encounters with exotic animals. Located in Saginaw, the Saginaw Children’s Zoo has more to offer than just the animals. Visitors can take a ride on the whimsical carousel and charming little red train as well as seeing over 150 animals that call this delightful zoo home!

What are some of the most unique places in Michigan?

If you’re looking for a family fun place, the Jump Station in Mt. Pleasant offers an indoor trampoline and inflatable park. It’s a super fun spot for all to enjoy while getting some exercise! Do you enjoy unusual roadside attractions? Marvin’s Marvelous Mechanical Museum may be the place for you if you do. You’ll see many curious objects from art pieces to vintage toys and machines, fortune-telling machines, pinball machines, and more. There’s no place quite like it!

Where are some of the best petting zoos in Michigan?

At Deer Tracks Junction in Cedar Springs, visitors can enjoy a wonderful petting zoo filled with alpacas, camels, goats, and more. Up North Farm & Petting Barn, located in Hart, is filled with adorable farm animals like donkeys, goats, pigs, chickens, and llamas. Best of all, it’s free for all to enjoy!

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