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    Programs Learn at the Zoo with spring and summer camps, or bring the Zoo to you in your home or classroom!
    • Field Trips Come explore wildlife in nature's own classroom
    • Zoo Camps Year-round camps for spring, summer, fall and winter breaks
    • Zoo Krewe Volunteer program for teens, with hands-on training
    • Safari Night Learn about the Zoo's animals on an overnight adventure
    • Zoo & Me Morning Animal encounters and art projects for 3 to 5 year-olds
    • Zoo Mobile Bring the Zoo to your classroom with educational visits
    • Project Ark STEM education programs for EBR school grades 1-5
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3601 Thomas Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70807

225.775.3877

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  BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo Contributes to Turtle and Tortoise Study

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo Contributes to Turtle and Tortoise Study

June 30, 2022
Even though humans live longer lives compared to their historical counterparts, we cannot escape the inevitability of aging. View Details
  Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Hosts Dreamnight 2022

Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Hosts Dreamnight 2022

May 12, 2022
A private, invitation-only event for children impacted by pediatric cancer and their families. View Details
  The Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Hosts 2nd Annual Wild Wine Walk at the Zoo on May 20th

The Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Hosts 2nd Annual Wild Wine Walk at the Zoo on May 20th

April 05, 2022
The Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Hosts 2nd Annual Wild Wine Walk at the Zoo on May 20th View Details
  Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Launches Executive Director Search

Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Launches Executive Director Search

March 31, 2022
The Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation (BRZF) is seeking a dynamic leader to fill the role of executive director View Details
  BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo to Host Zippity Zoo Fest this Weekend!

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo to Host Zippity Zoo Fest this Weekend!

March 28, 2022
BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo will host its annual Zippity Zoo Fest on Saturday, April 2nd and Sunday, April 3rd View Details
  Louisiana Travel Association Honors Phil Frost as Louey Award Winner

Louisiana Travel Association Honors Phil Frost as Louey Award Winner

February 25, 2022
Alexandria, La. (Feb. 25, 2022) – The Louisiana Travel Association (LTA) introduced Phil Frost as the winner of the Will Mangham Tourism Lifetime Achievement. View Details
  New Zoo Director Announced!

New Zoo Director Announced!

February 15, 2022
Jim Fleshman has been named the fourth Zoo Director in BREC’s history View Details
  BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo & The Advocate Co-Host Annual Photo Contest

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo & The Advocate Co-Host Annual Photo Contest

January 24, 2022
BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo & The Advocate are co-hosting their annual Zoo Photo Contest again this year. View Details
  Growing Old Gracefully - A Look into the Zoo's Geriatric Animal Friends

Growing Old Gracefully - A Look into the Zoo's Geriatric Animal Friends

December 02, 2021
Aging – perhaps something we think of only in terms of humans, but it’s actually a topic worth exploring as it relates to our animal collection. View Details
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Baton Rouge Zoo

NEW ZOO ENTRANCE:

Through Greenwood Community Park located at 13350 Highway 19, Baker, LA 70714. When you reach the roundabout, take the first exit to enter the zoo at 3000 Zoo Circle.

*Enter through Greenwood Park—not the old Thomas Road entrance.

Please note: If you're traveling southbound on Highway 19 from Zachary toward I-110, left turns into Greenwood Community Park are no longer permitted.

PHONE: 225.775.3877

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Admission Fees

Adults / Teens: $10.00
Ages 2 - 12: $7.00
Seniors: $8.50
Ages 1 & Under: FREE

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