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Location
Best time
Visit during fall or spring for a more comfortable experience - reviews note summer is peak season, and weather-dependent animal visibility means mild temperatures are ideal for seeing animals both indoors and outdoors
Visitor tip
Bring young children (ages 4 and under) - the park is specifically praised as perfect for this age group with dual playgrounds, easy walking paths, and a manageable size that won't overwhelm toddlers
Visitor tip
Arrive early after the 8:00 AM gate opening - with dawn-to-dusk operations and 3:00 PM closing, morning visits maximize daylight for viewing animals and using the outdoor facilities before potential afternoon weather changes
About Irvine Park Zoo
318-acre park with a petting zoo. 318-acre city park with a petting zoo, cross-country ski trail, 1903 schoolhouse & picnic grounds.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Hours
- 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, weekends and holidays
- Season
- Open year-round
- Location
- Irvine Park, Chippewa Falls, WI
What visitors say
Beautiful park, all year round! Plenty of activities for the whole family, featuring a zoo, playground, museum, abundant picnic areas, miles of hiking, and more!
Great park and love seeing the animals. Even better in the summer but we happened to be in town in fall. Great to walk or drive.
This is a great park & zoo! We have 3 children 4 and under and are vacationing in Lake Holcombe. The drive wasn’t too long and this is a great stop perfect for an adventure when not looking for an entire day stop. Bear, hyena, cow,…
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Did You Know?
- Irvine Park Zoo operates year-round and allows visitors to view animals from outside the gates even during closed hours, making it accessible dawn to dusk
- The 318-acre park combines multiple attractions including a petting zoo, 1903 historic schoolhouse, cross-country ski trails, and picnic grounds in a single venue
- Admission to Irvine Park Zoo is free with optional donations, making it a no-cost educational attraction
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