Experiences and Adventures

All of our experiences are generally available during the summer season. However, occasionally Mother Nature requires that we close them for safety.

Note: Availability is subject to weather. For Spring 2019 we may not have all experiences open due to colder temperatures. Please call 616-336-2017 for daily availability.

Zip Line

Open

This four story, 600-foot, Zipline is the real thing! Riders are securely harnessed before...

Prices	Public	Member
Regular Price	$8.00	$7.00
Combo Zip Line and Ropes Course	$12.00	$10.00

Sky Trail Ropes Course

Open

Four stories tall with two climbing levels, this Ropes Adventure Course, gives you a...

Prices	Public	Member
Regular Price	$8.00	$7.00
Combo Zip Line and Ropes Course	$12.00	$10.00

Funicular

Open

Think of the funicular as another way in or out of...

Prices	Public	Member
One way	$3.00	$2.70

Camel Rides

Open

A day at the Zoo wouldn't be complete without a camel ride. Souvenir photos are also available....

Prices	Public	Member
Regular Price	$6.00	$5.40
Souvenir Photo	$5.00	$5.00

Hobby Farm

Open

Hours (Weather Dependent) Weekdays: 10 am - 4 pm, Weekends 9 am - 6 pm

Prices	Public	Member
Free	$0.00	$0.00

John Ball Zoo Gem Company

Open

Pan for your very own gems in our brand new Sluice! Choose from 3 different Gem Bags and then...

Prices	Public	Member
Pay Dirt Bag	$6.99	$6.29
Emerald Strike Bag	$11.99	$10.79
Motherlode Bag	$24.99	$22.49

Tools of the Trade Animal Encounters

Open

Tools of the Trade Animal Encounters happens three times daily at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00...

Prices	Public	Member
Free	$0.00	$0.00

Budgie Aviary

Temporarily Closed

Get cheek to beak in this newly expanded interactive exhibit! Located near the waterfall by the Hobby...

Prices	Public	Member
Regular Price	$1.00	$0.90