Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail Opens

Your summer reaches new heights when the Treetop Trail opens July 28 at the Minnesota Zoo. The Treetop Trail will take your family up to 32 feet above the ground and 1.25 miles around the Zoo. Built on the former monorail track, the trail brings you a bird’s-eye view of the natural habitats of animals, including tigers, bison, and moose.

Every day on the Treetop Trail, you could encounter ambassador animals that are native to Minnesota, like a porcupine, opossum, or skunk. With the help of these animals and expert naturalists, you’ll learn about the wild world around us. Guided tours give you the history of the monorail and how it’s been reimagined as the world’s longest elevated pedestrian loop.  

The trail is accessible via stairs, ramps, and elevators; it provides a stable surface for strollers, wheelchairs, and mobility assists. Enter and exit the trail at numerous points, including at Hanifl Nature Center, a hub of activity with nature art exhibits, restrooms, elevators, and easy access to the Farm and Conservation Carousel.