Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 5–13 · $145/week
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Summer Zoo Camp

Baton Rouge Zoo · $145/week

Summer Zoo Camp at the Baton Rouge Zoo offers engaging day camp experiences for children aged 5-12, focusing on wildlife education and conservation.

▌ Editor's read The Baton Rouge Zoo's Summer Zoo Camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their day camp programs for children aged 5-12. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. As a program of the Baton Rouge Zoo, it operates under municipal ownership. The website outlines various weekly themes, such as 'Animal Superheroes' and 'Zoo Olympics,' with activities including animal encounters, crafts, and behind-the-scenes tours. The camp runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM with extended care options. Google reviews for the Baton Rouge Zoo average 4.4 stars from over 3,000 reviews, with many positive comments about the zoo's educational programs and family-friendly environment. There is no explicit mention of staff background checks on the camp's program page. Social media handles are @brzoo on Instagram and BatonRougeZoo on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

Summer Zoo Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given outdoors/nature program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 5–13
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 3601 Thomas Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70807, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. $145 per child for East Baton Rouge Parish residents, $165 per child for out-of-parish residents.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Summer Zoo Camp

What ages does Summer Zoo Camp accept?
Summer Zoo Camp is open to children ages 5–13. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Summer Zoo Camp cost?
Summer Zoo Camp publishes $145/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Zoo Camp's hours?
Summer Zoo Camp runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Zoo Camp?
Summer Zoo Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Summer Zoo Camp provide lunch?
Summer Zoo Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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