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Critter Lane Petting Zoo
📍 9100 Critter Ln, Valles Mines, MO 63087🌐 www.facebook.com/CritterLanePettingZoo
🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–6 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–6 PM |
Quick Facts
💡 Did You Know?
- Critter Lane Petting Zoo features exotic animals including sloths, white tigers, camels, baby kangaroos, and snakes, allowing visitors direct interaction through petting and feeding experiences
- The attraction offers camel rides and pony rides as primary activities, with camel rides mentioned in 22 reviews and pony rides in 13 reviews, indicating these are signature experiences
- The zoo maintains a seasonal breeding program producing baby animals that are regularly available for visitor interaction, as noted in review highlights mentioning 'usually baby animals'
- Critter Lane operates with on-site amenities including a food truck, vending machines, and a small train ride, with a quarter-feeding system for monkey interactions
💬 What Visitors Say
- Bring quarters or get them from the main office to feed the monkeys - this is a special interactive experience that requires advance planning
- Pack sunscreen and bring plenty of drinks when visiting in summer months, as the venue can get hot and beverage options may be limited during busy times
- Plan to experience the camel rides and sloth encounters early in your visit, as these are the most popular attractions mentioned in reviews
- Visit during summer months to see baby animals, which are regularly featured and add to the experience variety
- Allow at least 2-3 hours for your visit to enjoy petting/feeding multiple animals, camel rides, pony rides, and the small train ride without rushing
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