Best Animal Farms In Minneapolis Near Me

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The size of Crosby Farm Regional Park, its diversity of life, many recreational opportunities, tranquil settings, and easy access makes this a popular park to escape the bustle of a frenzied city life. Mostly floodplain forest, Crosby Farm is a place to wander its many paths and bike trails to enjoy the river and forests and is a destination for birders, especially during spring and fall migration.

Thomas Crosby obtained the original 160 acre farm in 1858 and farmed it until his death in 1886. Crosby’s farm was the largest and longest running farm in the West End/Highland park area. Cattle, dairy cows, horses, pigs, and chickens were raised on the farm, along with crops including potatoes and apples.

The farm continued to be farmed by a succession of other families until the early 1960s, when it was obtained by the Saint Paul Port Authority and leased to the City of Saint Paul as a park.

Crosby Farm Regional Park is the largest natural park in the Saint Paul system of parks and it is an important component in a string of parks that protects the biodiversity of the Mississippi River corridor through the Twin Cities. The park protects mostly floodplain forest and adjacent steep, wooded slopes cloaked mostly in oak forest, a scattering of wetlands and small lakes (Crosby Lake and Upper Lake), and the Mississippi River shoreline. When the Mississippi River floods fish and other aquatic animals gain access to these small lakes, which act as nurseries for their offspring.

The park contains 6.7 miles of paved trails, many of which run along the river’s shoreline through wooded bottomlands. Crosby Farm Regional Park is connected to Fort Snelling State Park and other parks in the vicinity by an extensive trail system.

Bicycling and walking trails, picnicking and picnic shelter, water fountains, grills, horseshoes, fire pit, boat launch, fishing, cross country ski trails. Birdwatching is very good, especially during the spring and fall migrations. The north end of the park includes a bicycle repair kiosk. In high water conditions some trails may be inaccessible.

Biking, Birds & Wildlife, Fishing & Hunting, Winter Recreation, Hiking & Walks, Boating & Canoeing, Picnicking

The southern unit is open from sunrise to 9:00 p.m.The northern unit is open from sunrise to 10 p.m.

4worldlovers: No reservations are required for general admission. Purchase tickets at the door.

Guests can view and interact with most animal species with general admission.

Tickets include ALL-DAY admission. We will stamp your hand for easy re-entry!


Closed shoes are required for all Experiences and Feedings that bring you into the animal’s exhibit. This includes open-toed shoes, sandals, flip-flops, and crocs.

Explore the Safari at your own pace with multiple “Extras” or Animal Encounter Tokens for the whole family!

Do you want the whole Safari experience? Spend 90 minutes behind the scenes of the Safari with a professional Safari Guide! Specialized feedings, encounters, holdings, and exclusives.

No open shoes. Closed shoes are required for all Experiences and Feedings that bring you into the animal’s exhibit. This includes open-toed shoes, sandals, flip-flops, and crocs.

“Incredible experience!! For $15 a person we weren’t expecting much but holy cow they have a bajillion animals and they are all so friendly! Experiences are pretty affordable as well. We got to go into the Guinea pig enclosure and hand feed them for $5 each! Will definitely be back for the capybara experience and alligator feeding! We went Sunday afternoon and it wasn’t even that busy!”

“Had a great time today! My youngest daughter held a snake and my middle daughter held a kangaroo! So much fun! Well definitely be back!”

“Thank you SO much! We had a blast and had to force ourselves to not come back and spend the whole day there today. Your animals are the healthiest, happiest and most loved animals we have ever seen. I have traveled with my kids to 49/50 states and we have never seen anything like what you offer here. The attention to detail, the cleanliness, the happy and friendly employees. I have told so many people about your place and will continue to do so. Thank you for the unforgettable experience, and please keep doing what you’re doing, it’s perfect!”

“This was a super cute place for our family to visit. We took our 2 year old, and had a blast. The layout is fairly open, so you can move between exhibits and stay as long (or short) as you’d like. You can also get a stamp of you need to exit so that you can return later.”

“This place was so clean and well kept! The staff were very friendly and helpful and the experience was one like none other! Highly recommend! What an experience! Thank you for the wonderful time!”

Sustainable Safari’s most frequently asked questions. Click on the arrow to see the answer to each question.

We are closed on the following federal holidays for our animals and employees to enjoy their time off with their families. Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Day, New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, and 4th of July.

Nope! Reservations are not required for general admission. If you wish you take a Guided Safari Tour, you can make a reservation by booking online or in-store. You can also contact us about birthday parties and more!

Sustainable Safari is located inside Maplewood Mall on the second floor at the Southwest end of the Mall. Park in Kohl’s upper-level parking lot and enter Maplewood Mall door #2.

Each animal species’ experience has a variable length of time. Sometimes it’s up to the animal! Most holdings last 3-5 minutes.

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Very limited seating available, register to our wait list and we will contact you to confirm your registration. Waitlist registration.


Ramsey County Historical Society welcomes you to bid on some of the amazing silent auction items! Funds raised will benefit Gibbs Farm and the one-of-a-kind education programs for children in our community.

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Frogtown Farm is an urban demonstration farm – a destination for those who seek learning, innovation, reflection, celebration, and authentic community.

One of the largest urban farms in the country. Located in the heart of the diverse and vibrant Frogtown neighborhood of Saint Paul, Minnesota.

4worldlovers: Browse Saint Paul parks, recreation centers, pools, athletic complexes and other facilities in alphabetical order below.

Use our Parks, Amenities & Trails interactive map to search for specific amenities such as tennis courts, playgrounds, and dog parks.

Recreation Center Hours Download a PDF map of all parks Park Maps

Oxford Community Center (Jimmy Lee Recreation Center & Great River Water Park)

4worldlovers: The Richfield location at Veterans Park is tradition like no other. Our Christmas Tree lot has been operating at Veterans park for more than 30 years. Currently it is managed by Joe who spends his summers in tree fields across the Midwest as our Shearing Lead. Joe and his crew have vast knowledge of trees and provide excellent service to both old and new customers. Your visit to Richfield to buy your real fresh cut Christmas tree will be memorable!