Garlyn Zoo, Wildlife park in Mackinac County, United States.
Garlyn Zoo is a wildlife park spread across pine forest grounds in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, with enclosures for North American animals like wolves, cougars, and white-tailed deer as well as exotic species such as Siberian tigers. The different habitats are woven throughout the natural woodland setting.
This wildlife park opened in 1994 along US-2 in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Since its opening, the facility has grown as an educational center focused on wildlife protection and conservation efforts.
The zoo functions as a central gathering point for Michigan residents and visitors, offering educational programs that connect people with native and international wildlife species.
The park is located east of Naubinway and within reasonable driving distance from the Mackinac Bridge area. It operates on a seasonal basis from late spring through early fall, so visitors should check opening times before planning a trip.
This is a family-run operation that uses the surrounding mature pine forest as an integral part of the animal habitats. This approach creates an unusual blend where visitors experience wildlife in a setting that feels less like a traditional zoo and more like stepping into the natural forest itself.
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