Explore big-animal exhibits in an intimate zoo setting
15+ people
Zoo admission, Picnic area
Explore Plumpton Park Zoo with your group in a small-zoo setting built around education and conservation. Discover a zoo that also provides homes for exotic animals in need.
No refunds. If your rain date is unavailable, the zoo will work with your group to find an alternate date.
Product ID: U58GWT
Group admission requires at least 15 visitors.
Yes. A one-hour guided educational tour of the zoo is available for an additional $45 per 20 people, not included in admission.
The zoo opens daily at 10 AM during general hours and at 9 AM during summer hours, Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Plumpton Park Zoo, 1416 Telegraph Road, Rising Sun, MD 21911
I love this zoo. I saw animals I had never heard of.
Melissa Nolan
September 1, 2026
I love this zoo. I saw animals I had never heard of.
Melissa Nolan
September 1, 2026
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