Summer Hours - 9:00am-6:00pm (Daily)

Summer Hours - 9:00am-6:00pm (Daily)

Plan Your Adventure at Pine Grove Zoo

Plan Your Visit

a Smooth, Fun & Educational Day

At Pine Grove Zoo, we want every visit to be enjoyable, memorable, and full of discovery. From helpful planning tools to daily activities and seasonal events, we provide everything you need to make the most of your time exploring wildlife in Little Falls, Minnesota.

Zoo Hours

Spring

APRIL 16TH – APRIL 30TH
Thursday-Sunday:
9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Summer

MAY 1ST – SEPTEMBER 7TH
Daily: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Fall

SEPTEMBER 8 – OCTOBER 18TH
Thursday – Sunday:
9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Location & Parking

1200 West Broadway
Little Falls, MN 56345

 

Parking is free. There are 20 regular, 1 handicapped, and 4 bus/RV parking spaces available in the main lot near the admissions building. There are 10 additional spaces in the overflow lot and 25 regular and 1 handicapped parking spaces near the Pine Grove Park.

Daily Happenings

From Memorial Day weekend through LAbor Day, enjoy daily Wild Animal Connections, plus free animal training demonstrations every Tuesday and Thursday. Saturdays feature our new Feedin’ Frenzy, and don’t miss our free Superhero Sunday presentations. We also have free animal day presentations throughout the summer on select dates. Be sure to stop by our gift shop to take home a wild souvenir and support the Zoo.

Explore with the Zoo Map

Make the most of your visit with our easy-to-follow zoo map. Locate your favorite animals, discover habitat, find restrooms and dining options, and more. Whether you’re visiting for a couple of hours or spending the entire day, the zoo map helps you navigate Pine Grove Zoo with confidence so you don’t miss a thing.

What to Expect

Your Visit to Pine Grove Zo0

Planning ahead helps you make the most of your visit and ensures a smoother, more enjoyable experience from the moment you arrive. Before you go, take a few minutes to review important information about admission options, accessibility services, available amenities, zoo guidelines, and other helpful tips. Knowing what to expect ahead of time can help you plan your day, navigate the grounds with ease, and focus on enjoying the animals, exhibits, and experiences the zoo has to offer.

Things to Do

On Your Visit to Little Falls

Make it a full day of adventure. Little Falls offers charming shops, local dining, scenic parks, and historic attractions that pair perfectly with your zoo visit. Whether you’re visiting for a few hours or the whole weekend, there’s plenty to explore in our community.

Blanchard Dam & Cross Rocks

Country park offering hiking trails and opportunities for fishing, rock hunting, and wildlife observation.

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Cass Gilbert Depot

The Northern Pacific Railroad Depot at 200 1st Street NW was designed by Cass Gilbert and built between 1899 and 1900.
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Charles A. Weyerhaeuser Memorial Museum

The Charles A. Weyerhaeuser Memorial Museum is located in Little Falls, on the banks of the Mississippi River. Established in 1975.
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Mill Park

Walking paths take you though the site and tell the history of the once great paper mill. While you’re there, enjoy the view of the Mississippi River that flows by with some great fishing spots.
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Mississippi River & 1848 Dam

The first dam was constructed in 1849 by James Green. This initial 1849 wing dam powered a sawmill.
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Great River Arts

Art center featuring regional and local art, plus a stage for theater, music and comedy acts.
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Crane Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

Crane Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, located was established in 1992 to preserve a large, natural wetland complex. It is an essential stop for many species of migrating birds.
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LIttle Falls Arts & Crafts Fair

The Little Falls Art & Craft Fair is held for two days in downtown Little Falls following Labor Day. Established in 1973, the fair offers handmade crafts, jewelry, paintings, sculptures, and more.
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Bennington’s Entertainment Center

Old-school family-fun center featuring bowling, arcade games and volleyball courts, plus a bar and pizza.
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Historic Little Falls Walking & Driving Tour

Take a self guided historic tour of Little Falls, MN developed by the Little Falls Historic Preservation Society.
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Linden Hill Historic Estate

Situated on nine well-groomed acres overlooking the Mississippi River, the Linden Hill Historic Estate is located in downtown Little Falls, MN. Built in 1898.
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Minnesota Military Museum

The Minnesota Military & Veterans Museum is a non-profit educational organization chartered to preserve and explain Minnesota’s military history.
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Little Falls Golf Course

Golf course featuring well-maintained greens and fairways, plus a hospitable staff.
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Charles A. Lindbergh State Park

Charles A. Lindbergh State Park is a 569-acre Minnesota state park on the outskirts of Little Falls. The park was once the farm of Congressman Charles.
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The Falls Theatre

The Falls theatre had been serving the community since 1933 and has been renovated back to its 1930’s splendor!
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Food & Drinks

There are a variety of fun places to eat & drink in Little Falls. From coffee shops, places to eat on the run, and sit-down restaurants, fill your belly with an array of places to eat.
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Ready for Your Next Wild Adventure?

Explore engaging habitats that inspire learning. Encounter meaningful experiences with animals. Rediscover the joy of connecting with nature alongside family and community. Purchase your tickets and experience the wonders of the wild at Pine Grove Zoo in Little Falls, Minnesota.