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Chahinkapa Zoo

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  • Wahpeton, ND

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Chahinkapa Zoo in Wahpeton, ND, is home to over 200 animals from six continents, including Bengal tigers, white rhinos, and orangutans. As North Dakota’s first zoo, this 29-acre destination has welcomed visitors since 1933 with hands-on exhibits, educational programs, a historic carousel, a petting zoo, and a variety of seasonal events and activities. Open May through October and by appointment in winter, it’s a local favorite offering fun, learning, and conservation for curious explorers of all ages. 

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1004 Rj Hughes Drive, Wahpeton, ND, 58075, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
Fri10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sat10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sun10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Shanna Dowdy 
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4 years ago

Seeing all the animals!! 

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Jeri K Riddle 
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4 years ago

We always enjoy our time here 

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Andrew Johnson 
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4 years ago

diversity of the animals and cleanliness of the enclosures would definitely be making a return trip. 

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Chelsie Pedersen 
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4 years ago

great place to bring the kids!! 

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Taimi A. Chamberlain 
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4 years ago

its a friendly environment to hang around. 

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Ann Petersen 
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4 years ago

We had a fun day at the zoo. My 2 year old grand daughter loved seeing the goats and petting them. We will have to come again when the carousel is open. 

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Kelsey Hawkins 
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4 years ago

Great variety of animals. 

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Karen Franze Waller 
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4 years ago

the baby gibbon is adorable! 

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Jessica Hilliard Aland 
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4 years ago

The new exhibits! Loved the cheetahs, rhinos, & zebras. And of course Tal, is always a highlight :) 

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How is Chahinkapa Zoo rated?

Chahinkapa Zoo has a 4.8 star rating with 633 reviews. 

When is Chahinkapa Zoo open?

Chahinkapa Zoo is closed now. It will open on Friday at 10:00 a.m.