Binder Park Zoo — Zoo in Calhoun County

Binder Park Zoo and its collection

Binder Park Zoo, opened in 1977, is a zoo in Battle Creek, Michigan, United States.

It ranks among the largest zoos in the state, and its attractions include a tram, a train, a carousel and a ropes course called Skylark Ridge.

Exhibits

Wild Africa is a large permanent immersive exhibit of African species that uses the natural terrain of the site, while the main zoo area keeps a more conventional exhibit layout.

What the venue says

• Dining options include Beulah's Restaurant for indoor or outdoor grab-and-go items, and Kalahari Kitchen, which provides meals, snacks, and drinks overlooking the savanna exhibit.
• On-site parking is available for a small fee of $4.00 per vehicle (free for zoo members).
• The zoo is dedicated to inclusive access, offering paved paths, manual wheelchairs, SUV wagons, and motorized mobility scooters for rent. They are also partnered with KultureCity to support guests with sensory processing needs by offering sensory bags and weighted lap pads.