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Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park

Name: Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park
Address: 6255 N 1000 W, Shipshewana, IN 46565, Shipshewana, IN, US
Telephone: (260) 768-4416
Rating: 4.6

★★★★☆ 4.6 (960 reviews)

📍 6255 N 1000 W, Shipshewana, IN 46565

📞 (260) 768-4416

🌐 www.dutchcreekfarmanimalpark.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9 AM–4:30 PM
Tuesday	9 AM–4:30 PM
Wednesday	9 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday	9 AM–4:30 PM
Friday	9 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday	9 AM–4 PM
Sunday	Closed

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About Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park

Seasonal petting zoo with wagon rides. Open seasonally, this quaint petting zoo with native & exotic animals offers wagon rides & feedings. Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park operates on a unique seasonal schedule from May 1st through mid-October, remaining closed during winter months and notably closed on Ascension Day. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 960 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Farm Animal Park
Best For: All ages
Experience Options: Wagon tours, drive-through, walk-through
Admission: $16 adults wagon tour, $11 kids; $14 adults drive-through/walk-through
Season: May 1 - Mid-October

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park operates on a unique seasonal schedule from May 1st through mid-October, remaining closed during winter months and notably closed on Ascension Day
⭐The farm offers three distinct visitor experience options—wagon tours, drive-through in personal vehicles (with a strict 5 MPH speed limit), and walk-through petting zoo—allowing visitors to choose their level of interaction with animals
⭐Located in Shipshewana, Indiana (Amish country), approximately 2.5 hours from Chicago, the farm is positioned as a photogenic destination capturing authentic farm life and rural charm in northern Indiana
⭐The attraction maintains a high visitor satisfaction rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 960 reviews, with consistent positive feedback about staff friendliness and unexpectedly diverse animal populations

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Book the wagon tour for the best experience - visitors report seeing significantly more animals and having closer interactive encounters. Animals actively approach the wagon when it stops and even follow along, especially when provided with feed bowls during the tour.
🕐Visit during summer months to enjoy the wagon tour option, which provides better animal viewing and interaction compared to drive-through or walk-through experiences. The drive-through carries a risk of vehicle damage from the horned cattle.
💡Plan for a walk-through petting zoo experience with more animals than typically expected. Bring $1-2 extra per child for small bowls of Fruit Loops and carrots to feed petting zoo animals - this enhances the interactive experience significantly.
💡The wagon tour is the most engaging option for photographers and those seeking unique rural imagery. The farm offers beautiful, picturesque scenes of animals and authentic Amish country settings ideal for capturing memorable photos.
💬First-timers should expect basic facilities (port-a-potties, outdoor sink, hand sanitizer available) and a small on-site store. Allow sufficient time to explore both the wagon/drive-through sections and the walk-through petting zoo area for a complete visit.