Ohio Wildlife Safaris and Petting Zoos
African Safari Wildlife Park
267 S Lightner Rd
Port Clinton,OH 43452 419-732-3606 africansafariwildlifepark.com More than 50 different Animal species - including two Rare White Zebras, Giraffe, Bison, Deer, Elk, Alpacas, Camels, Emus and more. When you tour our 100-acre preserve, you will see some of the most beautiful and exotic animals, roaming free in their natural habitat. The Drive-Thru may be visited as many times as you would like. You are able to feed the animals at out of the comfort of your own vehicle. Vist the Warthogs, watch the Pig races, see Spider Monkeys, ride a Camel or Pony, and more. The Butterfly House
11455 Obee Road
Whitehouse, OH 43571 419-877-2733 butterfly-house.com The Butterfly House contains over 1000 butterflies with many different species from North & South America and Asia. Sit back and relax in the wonderful garden setting with the background sounds of a waterfall and nature itself. Or, follow live butterflies as they flutter from flower to flower feeding on the nectar or as they search for their mates, dance and bask in the warm sunshine. The average life span of the butterfly is 2 to 3 weeks, so each week new species are introduced. With over 100 different species throughout the season, multiple visits can be rewarding. Equestrian Valley Farm
2495 Crimson Road
Mansfield, OH 44903 419-589-5161 equestrianvalley.com Take a trail ride on horseback on an historic Mohican style farm - established in 1815. The house - built in 1825 - overlooks the pond and adjacent pastures. This 200 acre farm has trails on scenic rolling hills through open pastures and beautiful forests. The Farm at Walnut Creek
4147 County Road 114
Sugarcreek, OH 44681 330-893-4200 thefarmatwalnutcreek.com Feed over 500 animals from six different continents such as buffalo, llamas, giraffes, deer,elk and many more that call The Farm home. Hand feed the animals from the comfort of your own car or reserve a leisurely horse drawn wagon ride. Also experience a working farm in action during your visit. Depending on the season; plowing, thrashing, sowing seeds, growing produce, canning, milking, quilting, and baking may all be taking place on any given day. Take a stroll through our non-electric farm houses and the produce stand for all of your fresh produce needs. Make plans to spend the day with us, The Animals Will Be Waiting! Guggisberg Swiss Inn Horseback Riding
5025 State Route 557
Millersburg, OH 44654 877-467-9477 guggisbergswissinn.com The Amish Country Riding Stables is located on the property at the Guggisberg Swiss Inn, so if you’re a guest, you’re already here! Guided horseback rides are conducted for guests and non-guests of Guggisberg Swiss Inn by our experienced horseman, Eric Guggisberg. In the winter, as the weather permits, we even offer sleigh rides! What a perfect part of your relaxing (or romantic) getaway! After your sleigh ride you can warm yourself up with a cup of hot chocolate and popcorn in front of the fireplace! KD Ranch
9280 Young America Rd
Adamsville, OH 43802 740-796-0099 kdguestranch.com Experience the exciting western dude ranch lifestyle in the east! KD Guest Ranch is a small, working guest ranch owned and operated by Dave and Kari Burkey. It is nestled in the rolling hills of Muskingum County near Adamsville, Ohio. KD Guest Ranch allows each guest to work with their own horse for six days, and is oriented towards both novice and experienced riders, as well as both children and adults. Lake Metroparks Farmpark
8800 Chardon Road
Kirtland, OH 44094 800-366-FARM lakemetroparks.com/select-park/farmpark.shtml Farmpark is a family oriented science and cultural center devoted to agriculture, farming, and country life. Visit the Dairy Parlor and hand milk a cow, see the horses and ponies in the Arena and pet the pigs, sheep, chickens, roosters, turkey and angora rabbits in the Well Bred Shed. Then go to the Barnyard to Llamas, Alpacas, cows and bulls. See 50 breeds of livestock and watch a sheep herding demonstration. Malabar Farm State Park
4050 Bromfield Road
Lucas, OH 44843 419-892-3988 malabarfarm.org Malabar Farm’s 32-room Big House, built for Louis Bromfield, Pulitzer Prize-winning author and dedicated conservationist, sits on 900 acres. Walk through the Ohio Songbird Aviary and petting barn, stroll through our butterfly, prairie & flower gardens, ride a farm wagon and tour the home where Hollywood stars Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall were married. Noah’s Lost Ark
8424 Bedell Rd.
Berlin Center, OH 44401 330-584-7835 noahslostark.org Noah's Lost Ark is a 501c3 charitable organization who offers rescue to displaced and abused exotic animals. home to 60+ BIG CATS, WOLVES, BEARS, PRIMATES and 125 various other animals. Open May-Oct. Walking tour, fun for the whole day, picnic area. Your admission makes a difference. Ohio Bird Sanctuary
3774 Orweiler Road
Mansfield, OH 44903 419-884-HAWK ohiobirdsanctuary.com The Ohio Bird Sanctuary is a Non-profit Organization dedicated to Raptor Rehabilitation and Education. Raptor Display Cages are free and open for viewing by the public with 15 species of Birds of Prey. Our Songbird Aviary is always a big hit, containing a varying amounts of birds and species at any one time. Visitors may purchase mealworms to hand feed our aviary birds. The Sanctuary is on 72 Acres of land, with 6 different hiking trials going through forest, pine groves, and along the Clearfork River. Summer kids camps are also available. |
Ohio Wildlife Center
6131 Cook Road
Powell, OH 43065 614-734-WILD ohiowildlifecenter.org Join the Ohio Wildlife Center for a summer wildlife education camp in Powell, Ohio. These are fun-filled, action-packed weeks at a working wildlife center. Campers take a hands-on role in learning about Ohio’s native wildlife, including the care and husbandry of our resident animals, hikes, biosurveys, nest box monitoring and other nature conservation activities. The Ohio Wildlife Center (OWC), a premier non-profit wildlife rehabilitation organization, is nationally recognized as an authority on native Ohio wildlife issues. Ridgeview Farm
5488 Kinsman Rd (SR 87)
Middlefield, OH 44062 440-693-4000 experienceridgeviewfarm.com Experience Ridgeview Farm located in Historical Mesopotmia Township, right in the heart of Amish County in Northeast Ohio. Visit and pet our barnyard friends. Watch and play with our baby farm animals. Get up close with a dairy calf, goats, sheeps, pigs. See our chicken coop. Meet our "Red" the Rooster! Pet our puppies and kittens. While in the barn learn how we care for our farm animals. Rolling Ridge Ranch Animal Park
3961 County Road 168
Millersburg, OH 44654 330-893-3777 visitrollingridge.com The Rolling Ridge Ranch is located between Berlin and Walnut Creek in the heart of Amish country. The ranch features over 500 animals & birds from around the world. Safari through natural woods and gently sloping pasture land. Feed the animals from a guided horse-drawn wagon tour or from the safety of your own car. You are welcome to bring along your camera, as you will be up and close to the animals & birds. Ruby’s Petting Zoo at Rempel’s Grove
12819 State Route 664
Logan, OH 43138 740-385-0400 oldedutch.com/rempels/zoo.htm Kids of all ages agree that one of the most popular attractions in the Hocking Hills is the free Petting Zoo at Rempel’s Grove including several varieties of Deer and Goats. Feed available, Kiddie Carousel and Shaded rest area with bench. Rempel’s Grove dates back to the 1840’s when the site was used as a community picnic ground. Before the Civil War, these woods were known for hotly debated political gatherings, huge ox roasts, and railroad fund raising rallies. After the Civil War, local war hero and capitalist Col. Ferdinand Rempel, the City of Logan, and the Hocking Valley Railroad, hosted a reunion for over 1,000 Union veterans, with then Governor (and later President) William McKinley. Shrock’s Amish Farm and Village
4359 State Route 39
Berlin, OH 44610 330-893-3051 amishfarmmarketing.com The entire family will enjoy the 8-10 minute buggy ride that is given on the farm grounds as well as the 1.2 mile ride on our 16 gauge train, great for adults as well as children! Our Amish home was built in 1848 and is open for a self guided tour. Finish your visit with the petting area where kids will want to feed the goats, sheep, pony, and donkeys. Stop by the chicken coop and play with the barnyard cats before you leave. Spring Mist Farms
691 Pearl Rd
Brunswick Hills, OH 44212 330-225-3565 springmistfarms.com Petting Farm, Traveling Farm, Pony, Hay and Sleigh Rides, Carriage Service, Hall for Rent, Halloween and Christmas Activities. Bring a picnic lunch and eat by the lake! Call for information, times and special events. Wagon Trails Animal Park
907 Youngstown Kingsville Rd SE
Vienna, OH 44473 330-539-4494 wagontrails.com Family owned and operated Wagon Trails Animal Park is a unique animal adventure. Unlike traditional zoos, animals roam free in an enclosure measured in acres rather than feet. Your safari vehicle will take you through this 60 acre park where you can feed over 300 animals from 6 continents. The Wilds
14000 International Road
Cumberland, OH 43732 740-638-5030 thewilds.org The Wilds is one of the largest and most innovative wildlife conservation centers in the world. Located on nearly 10,000 acres in southeast Ohio, it is home to rare and endangered species from around the world living in natural, open-range habitat, as well as home to hundreds of indigenous species. In addition to innovative, in-depth science and education programs, the Wilds offers guided experiences to the public on selected days May through October. Yoder’s Amish Home
6050 SR 515
Millersburg, OH 44654 330-893-2541 yodersamishhome.com The barn tour will take you through our 119 year old bank barn. The barn is always the center of an Old Order Amish homestead. Our barn, built in 1885, is no exception. Visit during the spring and you’ll be sure to see many newborn farm animals! Children especially enjoy the baby bunnies, lambs (we often have twins and even triplets!), Beagle puppies and colts. Our friendly guides will gladly get the babies out for you to hold. |