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Bramble Park Zoo, Watertown, SD

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Bramble Park Zoo

A year-round zoo in Watertown, South Dakota, home to a large collection of animals across many species.

800 10th Street NW, Watertown, SD 57201-8806 · Watertown, SD

About Bramble Park Zoo

Bramble Park Zoo sits in Watertown and has operated since 1912 on about 15 acres. Its collection includes roughly 500 animals spanning around 130 species, making it the second-largest zoo in the state. The zoo stays open through the year and makes special arrangements to protect its animals during harsh winters. Visitors can also find education programs, outreach offerings, and a published daily schedule that changes between summer and winter.

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