Programs
Set against the backdrop of native hardwood forest, wetlands, and scenic Zoo habitats, the Treetop Trail offers a unique setting to learn, explore, and grow closer to the natural world. With a selection of daily, seasonal, and special programming opportunities, the Treetop Trail is more than just a walk through the trees. Online tickets for the summer season (through Labor Day) are now available. Open daily beginning July 28, access to the Treetop Trail is included with your general Zoo admission or Zoo membership.
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Daily Encounters
Many native species rely on trees as a source of shelter, food, transportation, and enrichment. Discover the natural adaptations of porcupines, opossums, raptors, turtles, and more through Treetop Trail Ambassador Animal Encounters. Watch and learn as animal care staff give you an up-close look at the natural behaviors and abilities demonstrated by a variety of Minnesota native species.
From trumpeter swans and great horned owls to painted turtles and red fox, the Zoo’s grounds are home to an array of wildlife. As you explore the Treetop Trail, keep an eye out for Zoo Volunteers and Naturalists who will be offering Interpretive Trail Talks throughout the Trail each day. Turn your self-guided exploration into a deeper discovery of Minnesota’s native flora and fauna.
Upcoming and Seasonal Programming
The Treetop Trail offers a unique setting to expand your wellness routine, connect with the arts, celebrate beloved Zoo events, and embark on activities that will bring you closer to nature.
Our rotating selection of programing is designed to embrace each of Minnesota’s four seasons. Be sure to check back often as we continue to evolve and expand our Treetop Trail program offerings, which will include classes, expos, specialty walks, wellness sessions, and more.
Walking Hours
COMING SOON: Start your day with a morning stroll in nature. Let the Treetop Trail elevate your wellness routine with special piolt of Walking Hours offered weekly before traditional Zoo hours. More details to come.
Music in the Trees
COMING SOON: Connect with the local arts community, and engage your senses, while enjoying Music in the Trees. Featuring a rotation of different musicians and styles, listen to soothing melodies under the canopy on select Sunday afternoons.
Trail Tours
If you are looking for a unique way to explore the Trail, this guided tour will take you through what it took to go from an old monorail track to the world’s longest elevated walking trail. Registration is now open. Learn more.
Take Flight with Birding
COMING SOON: Let the Treetop Trail be your perch to the world of birding. You may catch a glimpse of downy and hairy woodpeckers, black-capped chickadees, American goldfinches, white-breasted nuthatches, Northern cardinals, and blue jays. Our selection of Bird Walks, Bird Classes, and a spring Birding Expo are sure to soar with birding experts, hobbyists, and novices.
Special Event Experiences
Seasonal favorites are going to new heights. Enjoy special features along the Treetop Trail during our special events. Look for some wild surprises on the Trail during our Wild Nights events in August and September. Then prepare to celebrate the crisp colors of fall as the Treetop Trail plays host to new Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular experiences.
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