Hemker Park & Zoo — Zoo in Freeport

Hemker Park & Zoo and its collection

Hemker Park & Zoo is a zoo in Freeport, United States.

History

Mark and Joan Hemker began the operation in 1977, after buying their first waterfowl, and it originally traded as the Hemker Game Farm. A pair of white-tail deer and a black bear were added in 1980. A pronghorn and two reindeer arrived in 1985.

Animals and collection

Animals on show include Otters, Rhino, Bighorn sheep, giraffes and koi.

Things to do

Things to do include Budgie Seed Sticks, Giraffe Feeding, Otter Feeding, Rhino Feeding and Discovery Safari Tram tours.

What the venue says

Our Hungry Paw Concessions has something for everyone! There are shaded picnic tables as well as a huge undercover eating area, suitable for small and large groups alike.
Parking is completely free
Guests in wheelchairs are welcome, as our tram has a special slot for a wheelchair.
The tram is wheelchair accessible but cannot accommodate strollers or motorized scooters.

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Opening hours

Season	Days	Opens	Closes
1 May – 31 Oct	Every day	10:00	18:00

Hours can change on public holidays. Check with the venue before travelling.

Please note that during the start of May and the end of September and October at Hemker Zoo, certain animals may be temporarily unavailable for observation due to weather.