Zoos

Outback Trail

Name: Outback Trail
Address: Boston, MA 02121, Boston, MA, US
Telephone: (617) 541-5466
Rating: 4.3

★★★★☆ 4.3 (3 reviews)

📍 Boston, MA 02121

📞 (617) 541-5466

🌐 www.zoonewengland.org/franklin-park-zoo/exhibits/outback-trail

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🕐 Hours

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

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About Outback Trail

Outback Trail is a zoo in Boston, MA. Outback Trail features a diverse collection of Australian and exotic animals including Red-necked Wallaby, Western Grey Kangaroo, Brown Kiwi, Emu, and Kookaburra, with the kookaburra's distinct call resembling human laughter being a notable auditory feature. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Location: Franklin Park Zoo
Highlights: Australian animals including kangaroos, emus, kookaburras, and wallabies
Best For: All ages
Interactive Experiences: Animal chats and feeding experiences available

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Outback Trail features a diverse collection of Australian and exotic animals including Red-necked Wallaby, Western Grey Kangaroo, Brown Kiwi, Emu, and Kookaburra, with the kookaburra's distinct call resembling human laughter being a notable auditory feature
⭐The zoo offers multiple interactive animal chat and feeding experiences including Giraffe Chat, Gorilla Forage Feed & Chat, Tapir Chat, Lion Chat, and Condor Chat, providing hands-on educational opportunities
⭐Outback Trail hosts diverse special events throughout the year including Ales & Tails, World Turtle Day, Himalayan Heroes Day, Zootopia, and an America's 250th Anniversary Celebration

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Don't miss the kookaburras - listen for their distinctive call that sounds like human laughter. This is a unique auditory experience that makes them stand out among the Australian wildlife exhibits.
💡Take advantage of interactive animal chat and feeding experiences (Giraffe Chat, Gorilla Forage Feed, Tapir Chat, Lion Chat, Condor Chat) for a hands-on educational experience that goes beyond typical zoo viewing.
💬Consider membership if you plan multiple visits - the venue offers membership programs which could provide good value given the variety of special events throughout the year (Ales & Tails, World Turtle Day, Zootopia, seasonal celebrations).
💬Plan to experience the featured Australian animals including Red-necked Wallaby, Western Grey Kangaroo, Brown Kiwi, and Emu - these are the primary exhibits and unique to this Boston-area attraction.