Lynnwood Park Zoo

1071 Wells Rd, Jacksonville, NC 28540
4.3(412)
Open until 5:00 PM

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(910) 938-5848
Website
lynnwoodparkzoo.com
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Sat10 AM - 5 PMOpen

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Haley ScovillHaley Scovill
I grew up coming to this zoo on field trips and with my great-grandparents, it was a very full-circle moment to bring my daughter here and watch her curious about all of the animals. A good variety of animals that you are a lot closer to than you are at the State Zoo. You can tell the animals are cared for and the staff are knowledgeable about them. They just opened for the season this past weekend so some animals were ready to come out yet since we still have some spring frost, but there were so many that were ready to see visitors! Gary was incredibly friendly when we came in and got us all set up and ready for our adventure inside. We got a bag of feed to give to some of the animals and a map on how to get around the zoo. It was not crowded at all, I only saw two other families hanging around as we went through, however, we did come on a Monday. We were so surprised when we came through the bamboo area to see a friendly staff member, Tyler, who was so kind and patient with us and let my daughter pet a chicken, skink, turtle, and milk snake! I was in happy tears over watching my little one interact with her and the animals in such a loving way. We will definitely be back when we need an activity to do! The trees also create a great shade so for extra sunny days when you want to get out the sun won’t be too harsh with kids outside. 10/10 experience!
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Kery RaderKery Rader
This is a hidden gem in the Jacksonville area! It was great for my 7 year old and 2 year old animal lovers! They have several unique animals you wouldn't expect to see here at this rescue zoo. One of the Oo keepers brought out a tortoise, and a few reptiles for the kids to touch and learn about. They even have some goats you can feed! Food is a couple bucks at the check in stand. The only thing that was a little hard is they have so many exhibits so I brought the umbrella stroller in case my youngest got tired with the walking. The pathways are all sand so it's near impossible to push a stroller through the zoo. That's not really anything that I would take off stars for since they are a small business rescue type zoo and they really have made the most of the area they're in, it's just a little difficult if you are a parent of younger children and you want or need to use a stroller. My kids had a fantastic time though and we absolutely will be back!
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Reviews of Lynnwood Park Zoo

4.3(412)
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2.0
4y

My family really enjoyed our visit today with one major exception. My daughter and I have a genetic condition that makes us majorly immune compromised. We have quarantined since Covid except for appts and grocery shopping when needed. My husband and I felt that we could use a family outing since we have barely left the house in a year and a half. We felt that Lynwood Park Zoo would be a good option since it’s an outdoor activity, and there aren’t usually crowds. We had a great time, and...

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1.0
4y

I wanted to love this place so much!! It is such a good concept, but unfortunately it was so poorly executed. While the staff was seriously so nice and inviting! The conditions that the animals were in were highly disappointing. I did not see one animal that had a suitable habitat. The alligator had a very small pool of water, he does not even fit in it. The monkeys were in small cages each had a few colored balls in it, nothing in the form of enrichment. Nothing for them to swing...

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5.0
6y

The zoo is located on a nice piece of property that is 10 acres and has over a hundred animals they do not except credit cards cash and check only. They sell bags of corn feed in case you wish to feed some animals. They are well cared for you can see that from the way the park is up kept. You want to eat lunch yet they have picnic tables Plus there is hand sanitizer bottles throughout the park especially at the show and tell area which you can also touch if you wish but only certain...

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