💬 What Parents Say

  • 💡Budget $5 for a bucket of animal food (apples, carrots, banana, pellets) rather than buying individual portions—reviewers note this is a great value and covers feeding multiple animals throughout your visit.
  • 💡Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes with good ankle support for the deer feeding area. Multiple reviewers mention the terrain is hilly with exposed roots, branches, and tall grass that could cause trips or twisted ankles.
  • 💡Plan 2-3 hours for your visit and prioritize the deer park and interactive animal feeding experiences early, as these are the main attractions. The venue is most engaging for hands-on animal interaction rather than passive viewing.
  • 🕐Visit during the middle of the season (June-July rather than end of season) when animal populations and activity levels are highest. Late season visits may have fewer animals on display.
  • 💡Bring your own picnic supplies—the venue has picnic spots available but no on-site food services, making it cost-effective to pack lunch and snacks for the family.

Paul Bunyan Animal Land

★★★☆☆ 3.9 (354 reviews)
📍 3857 Animal Land Dr SE, Bemidji, MN 56601
Type
Zoo
Animals
Nearly 75 animals from every continent
Best For
All ages
Interactive Experiences
Hand-feed deer, toss food to trout
Admission
$10 ages 3+, $5 age 2, under 2 free

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