Due to unforeseen circumstances, today's Baby Shark Mini Show performances will be rescheduled for a later date. Learn more.
The Detroit Zoo will be closed Thursday, June 18 to prepare for our Sunset at the Zoo celebration.
Goat Encounter Yard
Open Year-Round
Enter the yard where you'll meet the goat herd. Engage even further by brushing the curious goats and watching them climb and play.
Meet some of the animals who help connect us to the wonders of wildlife. The Goat Encounter Yard inside Fred and Barbara Erb Discovery Trails is a great space to learn about these mammals up close. We encourage you to brush and pet them, see their routines and watch them play.
Open now until 5:00 PM
Enter the yard where you'll meet the goat herd. Engage even further by brushing the curious goats and watching them climb and play.
Before Your Visit
To ensure the health and well-being of the animals in our care, please follow these guidelines:
Please respect the goats’ space and interact only with goats inside the Encounter Yard.