About Oxbow Park & Zollman Zoo

Nature park & a zoo with native animals. Park featuring hiking trails, a campground, picnic areas, a playground & a zoo with native animals.

💬 What Parents Say

• 💡Visit between 11am and noon to catch feeding times for bobcats, lynx, and cougars - reviewers highlighted this as a particularly engaging and educational experience
• 💡Plan 1.5-2 hours for your visit to comfortably walk through all animal exhibits and visit the Nature Center (open 10am-4pm daily), which provides indoor warming during winter visits
• 💡Take advantage of the free admission and bring a picnic to the well-maintained picnic areas - reviewers consistently praised this as excellent value for a full outing without additional food costs
• 💡Explore the multiple hiking trails across the three connected Olmsted County parks to maximize your nature experience beyond just the zoo exhibits
• 💡Book camping during the May 1 - October 17 season or check out seasonal programs like snowshoeing and cross-country skiing to experience the park throughout the year in different ways