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Cape May County Park and Zoo
Cape May County Park and Zoo
Cape May
view website707 N Route 9
Cape May Ct Hse, NJ 08210+1646
609-465-5271
Good-for-Kids Rating
Babies
Toddlers & Pre-KSchool-Age KidsPre-Teens & Teens
Cape May County Park and Zoo Description
Your typical county park might have a few rabbits and, if you're lucky, a deer or two. Not this one. The Cape May County Park and Zoo serves up 80 acres of beautifully maintained exhibits. More than 200 creatures from all over the world -- including an amazing Bengal Tiger, beautiful black bear, golden eagle, giraffes, and lions. There's also a petting zoo with some of the more touchable animals. Best of all, the cages and pens allow you to get up-close with most of the animals. When the animals are out, you're so close you can almost feel their breath. It's fantastic.
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Kid Tips
Toddlers & Pre-K: If they get bored with all of the animals (doubtful), they'll love the big, plastic playground in the park.
Pre-Teens & Teens: Might be a little tame for your too-cool-for-the-zoo crew.
Planning Notes
- Pack a picnic lunch. The park's picnic area is lovely. You can also reserve a picnic shelter for $60.00 in case of inclement weather.
- Stroller rentals available. The on-site gift shop rents durable, zoo-themed strollers.
- Don't feed the animals. It's the quickest way to get ejected from the park.
Just the Facts
Hours: The Park and Zoo are open every day except Christmas, weather permitting. Zoo hours: 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m. (closes at 4:45 p.m. in the summer). The Pathway to Diversity Bridge, World of Birds, and the Amphibian and Reptile House close 15 minutes earlier to properly secure these areas. Park hours: 9 a.m. to dusk
Fees: Free
Recommended Time: Half day
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