There’s A Wildlife Park Near New Orleans That’s Perfect For A Family Day Trip
There’s a hidden gem over in Folsom, and it’s perfect for a family day trip. Just a short drive and you can take a wild safari ride and get up close to exotic animals like zebras, giraffes, kangaroos, and many more. Kids and adults have been enjoying the Global Wildlife Center for years, and if you haven’t already been, it’s time to make some plans.
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It’s the largest free-roaming wildlife preserve of its kind in the country.
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If you grew up in the area, chances are you remember this place fondly.
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It’s the only place in the area where you can get nose to nose with giraffes, zebras, camels, and many other types of animals.
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Heads up, the zebras have been known to bite.
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I's not every day that you get to pet a giraffe.
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They’re open seven days a week from 8:30am-5pm but we’d recommend calling ahead just in case they’re sold out.
Have you ever been? Share your experience in the comments below!
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26389 Highway 40, Folsom, Louisiana 70437