En Gedi Ridge Zoo

En Gedi Ridge Zoo We seek to provide an environment where families can learn, explore, and appreciate God’s creation.

Through animal encounters, educational experiences, and time spent in the beauty of the outdoors, we aim to nurture a sense of gratitude for all God made. We are a family-owned zoo near Bellefontaine, just northwest of Columbus! Private tours are $20 a person for small groups, but for larger groups please reach out to us for group pricing. Also, check out our website for events and activities at the zoo!

10/10/2026

The spooky meter is officially off the charts! 🐾✨ Our animals are dressed up in their finest costumes and ready for our community event, Pumpkins for a Purpose!
Join us for an afternoon of fall fun! Bring the whole family, invite your neighbors, and come make some amazing memories with us while supporting your favorite local zoo and others in the community. Bring gently used children’s clothes to donate to our friends at Raising Arrows!

🎃 Pumpkins for a Purpose
🗓️ Tomorrow, October 11 from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $20 includes everything! Feed for the animals, close encounters, crafts, candy and more!

Tap the link in our bio to reserve your spots before they sell out!
We can't wait to see you all there! 👇 Tag someone in the comments who needs to see these cute costumes!

10/08/2026

Don’t ask who conducted the survey. It’s just deductive reasoning and ✨ science ✨

🐐We don’t make the rules. Baby goats just make life 1,000x better! Come see all our little friends this weekend and watch all your worries melt away at our event on Sunday October 11 from 1-4pm! Only a few spots remain in our earlier times (1:30, 2:30 and 3pm!) snag your spot before it’s gone!

🐾 What’s the best way to experience the zoo? With friends, of course! 🦘❤️Whether you’re watching our zebras hang out, ca...
10/08/2026

🐾 What’s the best way to experience the zoo? With friends, of course! 🦘❤️

Whether you’re watching our zebras hang out, catching the kangaroos on the move, or getting a little goofy with the baby goats, everything is better with your favorite herd. (And don't worry, our camels promise not to judge your squad's group selfies too much!)

Thank you to The Dog House Media & Design LLC for taking the amazing pictures.

Tag the friends you want to bring on your next wild adventure below! 👇 You can meet up for our fall event, this Sunday October 11 from 1-4pm!

✨ Plan your visit: engediridgezoo.com✨

🐾 Get ready for a wild weekend at the Zoo!Every day, our dedicated team gets to care for an amazing family of animals! F...
10/07/2026

🐾 Get ready for a wild weekend at the Zoo!
Every day, our dedicated team gets to care for an amazing family of animals! From watching our kangaroos bounce around, keeping up with our high-energy zebras, to preparing specialized treats for our sharpest residents, the porcupines—there is never a dull moment caring for these incredible creatures.

We love sharing their worlds with you, and this weekend, you can join the fun for a great cause!

🎃 Pumpkins for a Purpose
• 📅 When: This Sunday from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎟️ $20 a person includes:
• 🦘 Personal Animal Encounters: Get up close with our star residents—including the kangaroos, zebras, and porcupines—and feed them some animal-friendly snacks provided by the zoo!
• 🎨 Pumpkin Pals: Decorate a pumpkin that we will deliver to bring autumn cheer to residents at a local nursing home.
• 🍬 Candy Station: Grab some sweet treats while you explore.
• ❤️ Giving Back: We are proudly collecting donations to support our local charity partner, Raising Arrows!
Come out, hand-feed the animals, and help us make a difference in our community. See you there!

10/05/2026

He may be deskunked, but his manners still stink.

Febreeze chose violence today. Chicory was just minding her own business drinking her bottle, and the walking feather duster decided her ankle was an appetizer! 🦨🦌

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Thank you for these gorgeous photos!
10/04/2026

Thank you for these gorgeous photos!

10/04/2026

Good morning!
Febreeze is here to remind everyone of the most important meal of the day: Celery! 💚

Would you consider it breakfast? Either way he’s chowing down and having a blast! 🍴

Come meet him next weekend at our open house event: Pumpkins for a Purpose! 🎃 Spots are limited so reserve a time today! We cannot accept walkins at this time so please be sure to book in advance!

10/02/2026

🦨 FEBREEZE HAS LEFT THE BUILDING. 😂
No hesitation. No looking back. Just a fluffy little skunk casually stepping off the porch like he has important business to attend to.
And honestly… he probably does. 😂
🌿 Did you know? Skunks are mostly nocturnal and have an incredible sense of smell and hearing, which helps them explore and find food. Their eyesight, however, isn’t nearly as impressive—they don’t see very well at a distance!
So when Febreeze heads out to patrol the yard, that little nose is doing a LOT of the work. 👃🦨

Febreeze:
✔️ Porch exited
✔️ Nose activated
✔️ Yard inspection underway
✔️ Air freshener… questionable

Just another day with Febreeze at En Gedi Ridge Zoo! 😂🦨💚

🦨 MEET OUR NEWEST RESIDENT: FEBREEZE! 🌿​There’s a cute little stinker in town! We’re thrilled to introduce Febreeze, our...
09/30/2026

🦨 MEET OUR NEWEST RESIDENT: FEBREEZE! 🌿
​There’s a cute little stinker in town! We’re thrilled to introduce Febreeze, our adorable new striped skunk.

​Before you hold your nose, check out a few fun facts about striped skunks:

​🌙 Night Owls: They are primarily nocturnal, loving the nightlife!
🦗 Nature’s Pest Control: As omnivores, they eat a little bit of everything—including garden pests like insects, grubs, and small rodents.
✨ One of a Kind: Just like fingerprints, every skunk has a unique stripe pattern!

​Come visit and get to know Febreeze.

www.engediridgezoo.com to register for a visit!

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8684 US 68 North Rushylvania
Bellefontaine, OH
43311

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