Searching for a fun adventure that will bring you up close and personal with some of the animal kingdom’s most fascinating creatures? Most Michiganders have heard of the Detroit Zoo and Kalamazoo’s Binder Park, but there’s one underrated zoo here in the Great Lakes State that makes for an ideal family day trip. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure and lots of smiles.

Potter Park Zoo is located at 1301 S Pennsylvania Ave in Lansing.
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This exciting spot is sometimes overlooked in favor of Michigan’s larger, more famous zoos, but trust us when we say that Potter Park offers so much to explore.
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Situated within Potter Park itself, the zoo features 20 acres of sights that will take the whole family on an educational journey. There’s something here for everyone.
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With more than 160 species and 500 individual animals to see, Potter Park Zoo is a wildlife enthusiast’s paradise. This amazing locale is also Michigan’s oldest public zoo.
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From rare and endangered species to more common creatures, the animals here will quickly steal your heart. Reptiles, mammals, birds, and more call this fun spot home.
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Marvel at the majestic beauty of African lions, admire kangaroos and camels, check out a few snakes and toads, or giggle at the antics of a spider monkey. What’s not to enjoy?
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For a fee, Potter Park Zoo even offers visitors the chance to experience animal caretaking via its "Animal Meet & Greet" events. Talk about an amazing encounter.
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Whether you’re eight years old or eighty, you’ll undoubtedly find something to adore at this Lansing gem. Potter Park Zoo is the perfect spot to make lifelong family memories.
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Address: 1301 South Pennsylvania Avenue, Lansing, MI, 48912

For additional information about Potter Park Zoo, including admission costs and seasonal hours, click here. Have you enjoyed a visit to this spot in years past? Share your experiences in the comments!

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