Lake Superior Zoo

Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth, Minnesota is the region’s main zoo and a long-standing attraction. Spread across roughly 19 acres of wooded terrain with rocky hills, pines, and the scenic Kingsbury Creek running through it, the zoo houses over 140 species and more than 300 individual animals from around the world — from large mammals like bears, wolves, and big cats to primates, reptiles, birds and smaller mammals. The zoo offers both indoor and outdoor exhibits, educational programs, and seasonal events, making it a family-friendly destination year-round.