5/5 - Excellent
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For a low cost fun day, we packed a picnic lunch, let the kids play on the playground equipment, then had a wonderful time a the zoo which has free admission.
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5/5 - Excellent
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A great place for kids, with park and plenty of room for a picnic lunch. This is a fantastic way to have fun and not break the bank!
5/5 - Excellent
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Have went there many times. It’s FREE, it’s impressive. Great family outing!
5/5 - Excellent
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took grandkids, they had alot of fun
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