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Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo, Monroe, LA

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Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo

A zoological park in Monroe, Louisiana, with animals from around the world and local Northeast Louisiana species.

1405 Bernstein Park Rd, Monroe, Louisiana · Monroe, LA

About Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo

Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo is a zoological park in Monroe, Louisiana, covering about 80 acres and housing more than 500 animals. The zoo features a children's zoo where visitors can pet and feed friendly animals, a splash pad called Zoo Oasis, a train ride that passes close to animals, and a safari boat ride through its swamps. Visitors can also book animal encounters with sloths, tortoises, and birds, and the site offers summer camps, field trips, and birthday parties.

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