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Utah Petting Zoo at Ivie Acres Farm
📍 5605 Higley Rd, Grantsville, UT 84029🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Utah Petting Zoo at Ivie Acres Farm
Utah Petting Zoo at Ivie Acres Farm is a zoo in Grantsville, UT. The zoo features an unusually diverse collection of exotic animals including capybaras, foxes, raccoons, kangaroos, wallabies, camels, and reportedly zebras and alpacas, combining both traditional farm animals with exotic species in a single petting zoo experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 58 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Petting Zoo & Farm
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- Animal encounters, pony rides, capybara, foxes, kangaroo, camels
- Booking
- By appointment only — call 801-508-0011
- Party Package
- $450 for 2+ hours with barn, pony rides, animal encounters
💡 Did You Know?
- The zoo features an unusually diverse collection of exotic animals including capybaras, foxes, raccoons, kangaroos, wallabies, camels, and reportedly zebras and alpacas, combining both traditional farm animals with exotic species in a single petting zoo experience
- Utah Petting Zoo offers camel rides, which is an uncommon interactive experience for a regional petting zoo attraction in Utah
- The facility operates year-round by appointment only and offers customizable experiences including farm party packages, behind-the-scenes animal encounters, pony rides, and themed events like birthday parties and photo shoots, with an indoor party barn for weather flexibility
💬 What Visitors Say
- Book well in advance by calling 801-508-0011 or emailing [email protected], as this is an appointment-only venue. A $50 non-refundable deposit secures your date, but can be transferred if you need to reschedule.
- This venue specializes in hosting group events like birthday parties and gatherings of 20+ people. If planning a birthday celebration, contact them early as they can accommodate special requests (like unicorn pony rides for the birthday child) and provide an indoor party barn.
- The tour guide's knowledge of animals is a key variable in your experience. Ask when booking if there's a specific knowledgeable guide available, and consider this when scheduling your visit for the best educational experience.
- The facility is located in a remote rural area, so plan accordingly and expect to be the only group there during your tour. Bring any supplies or food you may need, as there are no food/drink services on-site.
- The petting zoo features a diverse collection including exotic animals like camels and zebras alongside traditional farm animals. If animal variety is important to your visit, confirm available animals when booking, as the collection may vary.
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