There’s Always Something New at Hemker Park & Zoo!
Zoo in Freeport, MN
Hemker Park & Zoo provides a multitude of memorable experiences, up-close encounters with a variety of animals, and so much more. Located in a serene country setting, with over 200+ animals that call HPZ home, be sure to hop on over to Hemker Park and Zoo for a day of fun!
Located in Freeport, MN, just 90 miles North of the Twin Cities Metro, and only a skip away from the Alexandria Lakes area, Hemker Park & Zoo is one of Minnesota’s premier zoo experiences—both for animals and people of all ages.
Women-owned and family-operated, Hemker Park & Zoo provides a multitude of memorable experiences, as well as ever-changing exhibits, new events throughout the season, educational camps for kids, internships for those interested in zookeeping, up-close encounters with a variety of animals, and so much more. Did we mention Red Pandas? Yes, they have two of them. As if you needed more reason to visit than that, there are actually many more! There’s Plenty of Room to Roam
With more than 50 acres in a serene country setting, there’s more than enough room for the 200+ animals that call Hemker Park & Zoo home. With that much space to explore, families and groups can spend all day and still not see it all. In fact, Hemker Park & Zoo was specially designed to give animals the ample amount of outdoor space they need to feel comfortable and stay active.
Plan on Unique Face-to-Face Experiences
Where else in Minnesota can you look eye-to-eye with a Rhino? Currently, nowhere! At Hemker Park & Zoo, there are two Rhinos to hand feed and watch play in their friendly habitat. Other furry friends you can interact with include:
Giraffes—Give them a snack while counting all their spots; it’s totally worth the stretch!
Otters—Toss them a fish while learning otter fun facts.
Budgies—Grab a seed stick and walk into the bird house for a flutter of happiness.
Koi—Feed these beautiful fish as they swim up for a snack.
Boa Constrictor—Cuddle up to Cookie, a 10-foot Boa who loves to be held.
American Alligators—Meet these amazing reptiles up close.
Penguins—Give Ruby the Penguin a pet while learning more from her zookeeper.
When to Hop on Over
Time flies when you’re having fun! Before the summer flashes before your eyes, be sure to hop on over to Hemker Park and Zoo for a day of fun and to enjoy any of their specialty events offered throughout the year, like the Summer Party on July 7th, Royal Party for kids on July 27th Fall Zoo Fest on September 9th, Boo at the Zoo on October 7th & 14th, Santa Days on November 18th, 24th, & 25th. They’re open daily, rain or shine, May 1st- October 31st—enjoy!
Learn More
See all that’s offered at Hemker Park & Zoo at HemkerZoo.com, and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for your daily dose of animal cuteness. Questions? Call 320-836-2426 or email [email protected]