





About Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park
Private zoo with interactive exhibits. Set on 80 acres, this private zoo hosts a range of exotic animals, many that can be touched.
💬 What Parents Say
- Plan your giraffe feeding experience early in your visit - giraffes are the most mentioned attraction (338 mentions) and likely draw the biggest crowds throughout the day
- Bring cash - multiple reviews mention 'cash only' payments, so come prepared to avoid payment issues at feeding stations and concessions
- Visit on a weekday if possible - the park operates weekend hours only through April (Saturdays and Sundays), so weekday visits may have fewer crowds once extended hours begin in May
- Bring sunscreen and plan for the heat - reviews highlight mist fans as essential on hot days, indicating the park has limited shade in certain areas despite 'plenty of rest areas'
- Budget time for multiple animal feeding experiences - visitors can feed giraffes, camels, alpacas, goats, and birds, plus watch alligator feeding demonstrations, so allow 2-3 hours for a full experience
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 12–6 PM |
Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park
📍 8313 Pratt Lake Ave SE, Alto, MI 49302Type
Zoo
Location
20 minutes east of Grand Rapids, Michigan
Size
Nearly 100 acres with over 1,300 animals
Highlights
Hand feed giraffes, view rhinos, watch penguins, rare and endangered species
Best For
All ages
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