Silent Walk

No stress, no noise, no problem! While the Zoo wakes, and the staff begins their morning routines, this silent walk lets you start the day in peace, reflection, and calm. On this walk, we ask all guests to refrain from talking and to just enjoy the sounds that nature provides. This sensory-friendly walk is open to all who want to enjoy the Zoo and nature without the crowds and commotion.

The Zoo is home to an abundance of wildlife, which may be visible along the Treetop Trail. As this walk takes place before opening hours, when the Zoo is preparing for the day ahead, Zoo animals may not be visible. You may see Zoo employees preparing trails or habitats. All ground-level and indoor trails will be closed. Restroom and bottle-filling stations will be accessible in Discovery Bay and the Hanifl Nature Center.

Date Night Walk

Whether it’s your first date, 100th date, or a friend date, let the Treetop Trail elevate your date night. Spend an evening out strolling through the Minnesota Zoo on the Treetop Trail. The beauty of nature will set the perfect stage for time spent with a special someone in a special location.

The Zoo is home to an abundance of wildlife, which may be visible along the Treetop Trail. As this walk takes place after closing hours, when the Zoo is settling in for the evening, Zoo animals may not be visible. You may see Zoo employees closing trails or habitats. All ground-level and indoor trails will be closed. Restroom and bottle-filling stations will be accessible in Discovery Bay and the Hanifl Nature Center.

Full Moon Walk

Let the moon and stars light the path as you enjoy a walk through the Zoo on the Treetop Trail. The Zoo animals will be in bed for the day, but plenty of other critters call the Zoo home. Keep your eyes and ears peeled for the sights and sounds of the Zoo at night. Come honor your inner owl!

The Zoo is home to an abundance of wildlife, which may be visible along the Treetop Trail. As this walk takes place after closing hours, when the Zoo is settling in for the evening, Zoo animals may not be visible. You may see Zoo employees closing trails or habitats. All ground-level and indoor trails will be closed. Restroom and bottle-filling stations will be accessible in Discovery Bay and the Hanifl Nature Center.

Sunrise Walk

Rise and shine with the wildlife! During a sunrise walk on the Treetop Trail, you can start a September morning on the right note. Can you hear it? Songbirds singing, breeze in the branches, and your footsteps on the trail. Come wake up all your senses and stretch your legs in the natural wonder of the Zoo.

The Zoo is home to an abundance of wildlife, which may be visible along the Treetop Trail. As this walk takes place before opening hours, when the Zoo is preparing for the day ahead, Zoo animals may not be visible. You may see Zoo employees preparing trails or habitats. All ground-level and indoor trails will be closed. Restroom and bottle-filling stations will be accessible in Discovery Bay and the Hanifl Nature Center.