Everyone’s heard about the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore but did you know that there are a few other zoos in the Old Line State worth checking out? These hidden gems are usually only known to locals, but we think the word deserves to be out! The following spot is known for its intimate atmosphere, happy and healthy animals, and is absolutely adored by the surrounding community. Read on to see what makes Plumpton Park Zoo a very special place in Maryland.
You’ll have to travel northeast to find Plumpton Park Zoo, which is located in Rising Sun.
Google Maps Keep an eye out for signs along Route 273, Telegraph Road.
Ready to see some animals?
TripAdvisor / Salman_Khtr For current admission prices, click here.
Plumpton Park Zoo covers a lot more area than you may think.
TripAdvisor / daisyferret1 Keep an eye on the map and be sure to visit all of the exhibits. You won’t want to miss out on any of the resident animals.
Love slithering serpents? Then don’t miss out on the bird and reptile house.
TripAdvisor / daisyferret1 There’s often a zoo guide here, teaching visitors all about these scaly creatures.
Are you drawn to the beauty (and fierceness) of big cats? Look no further.
Facebook / Plumpton Park Zoo The zoo has a tiger, bengal tiger, cougar, and other sorts of exotic cats.
Feast your eyes on the beauty of zebras…
TripAdvisor / daisyferret1 I could watch these guys all day.
Marvel at the exotic wallabies…
Facebook / Plumpton Park Zoo Ruby the white wallaby has quite the distinctive look.
Or even get the chance to feed (and make friends with) some of these lovely creatures.
TripAdvisor / daisyferret1 This donkey is very happy to make your acquaintance.
What people love most about Plumpton Park Zoo is how much personality their animals have, and just how happy they seem to be.
Facebook / Plumpton Park Zoo These bears are characters!
The zoo also makes sure their resident animals have toys to play with…
Facebook / Plumpton Park Zoo Keeping their minds active is very important.
And they even receive gifts and special treats during holidays and birthdays.
Facebook / Plumpton Park Zoo You’re never too old (or large or fluffy) to play.
Most notably, the zoo recently raised $75,000 in order to give their widower giraffe, Jimmie, a mate.
Facebook / Plumpton Park Zoo They met their goal and now Anabel is here! A match made in spotted heaven.
It’s heartwarming to see a zoo that truly cares for its animals, who are more like family.
TripAdvisor / daisyferret1 So, when will you be visiting?
Find this charming and underrated zoo at:
Google Maps
Keep an eye out for signs along Route 273, Telegraph Road.
TripAdvisor / Salman_Khtr
For current admission prices, click here.
TripAdvisor / daisyferret1
Keep an eye on the map and be sure to visit all of the exhibits. You won’t want to miss out on any of the resident animals.
There’s often a zoo guide here, teaching visitors all about these scaly creatures.
Facebook / Plumpton Park Zoo
The zoo has a tiger, bengal tiger, cougar, and other sorts of exotic cats.
I could watch these guys all day.
Ruby the white wallaby has quite the distinctive look.
This donkey is very happy to make your acquaintance.
These bears are characters!
Keeping their minds active is very important.
You’re never too old (or large or fluffy) to play.
They met their goal and now Anabel is here! A match made in spotted heaven.
So, when will you be visiting?
1416 Telegraph Rd
Rising Sun, MD 21911
For more information, visit the website here.
Have you been to Plumpton Park Zoo? For another underrated gem in Maryland, check out Salisbury Zoo, too!
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