Micke Grove Regional Park
Hours
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Overview
Micke Grove Park, a 132-acre gem in San Joaquin County, is a cherished attraction gifted by the late Lodi farmer turned philanthropist, William G. Micke. Its allure lies in a plethora of delightful features, including:- The renowned Micke Grove Zoo
- Wortley Lake, a picturesque three-acre expanse adorned with a magnificent 40-ft water fountain
- The ethereal Japanese Garden, a coveted venue for weddings, boasting Cherry Blossom trees, a Tea House, and a tranquil Koi pond
- The esteemed San Joaquin County Historical Museum
- Flexible rental facilities offering inviting outdoor picnic shelters and indoor spaces perfect for hosting receptions, family reunions, and corporate events. Explore the full array of rental options!
- Abundant recreational amenities such as softball fields, invigorating water play features, inviting horseshoe pits, and vibrant playgrounds for children
- An engaging 18-hole disc golf course, complemented by well-placed picnic tables and convenient BBQ grills
With its impeccable blend of natural beauty, cultural attractions, and family-friendly amenities, Micke Grove Park is a true haven for all to revel in.
Park Hours:
- Open daily (except Christmas) from 8 a.m. to sunset.
For Museum, Zoo, and Japanese Garden and hours, please refer to their individual pages.
Admission:
- Parking per vehicle: $5 per vehicle (weekdays), $6 (weekends and holidays), $10 (special holiday weekends - Easter, Mother's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day). Please note: credit cards not accepted at kiosks.
- Vehicles over 22 ft: $12
- Pets: $1 (leash required)
Multi-Park Day Pass - $8/vehicle per day (weekdays), $10/vehicle per day (weekends), not available for special holiday weekends.
Discount Parking available: Pre-paid vehicle passes purchased in blocks of 25 or more; date-stamped, non-refundable, must be distributed prior to event.
$5 per vehicle
For Museum, Zoo, and Japanese Garden, please refer to their individual pages.
Amenities
- Family Friendly
- Gift Shop
- Major Events
- Museum
- Sports
VERY small zoo, but the keepers do a nice job with what they have. The admission is super cheap, $5 an adult, $3 a kid, 2 yo and under free. It's a nice short walk around to see a few animals then go play in the rest of the park. They are closed Monday and Tuesday as of this post.
First the pros. Admission is affordable ($3-5), even with parking (try to avoid special holidays). You have to consider this a small park with the possibility of seeing small animals. The exhibits aren’t very well designed, or not exactly designed for the specific animal. Didn’t see like half of the animals. Probably because of funding. If you set your expectations low, then it’s just a simple pass through. Just don’t give your expectations high.
Today I was able to help my wife chaperone her 1st grade class field trip. This is a small zoo. But it was fun, the kids enjoyed it. And it was fun to show them around and let them learn about the different animals. And after we were done inside the zoo. When you come out the front gate. You can cross the street and have a picnic lunch like we did. There was plenty of shaded picnic tables. Enough for both classrooms to set and eat. Then the kid played with balls. And did a scavenger hunt in the picnic area. Bonus was that there was a very clean bathroom for boys and girls. And it was just across the street from the picnic area. And these are streets in the Micke Grove area. So the roads were not busy. It was safe for the kids to use the restroom.
Such a cute calm zoo/park. I definitely recommend this place if you have kids who get overwhelmed easily. There’s a fair amount of animals to see, a play area for kids, and plenty of seating if you want a quick break. Their bathrooms were well stocked and all the staff we encountered were very friendly. We might do a birthday party here in the spring/summer the atmosphere was great.
Micke Zoo is what it is. Can't complain when they have kept the price consistent ( adults $5, kids $3). Soon they will make upgrades which will make it even better. Not bad for a cheap family outing. Not all the animals are out but it still is a fun time. We usually head over to the Japanese garden after. Good times, no complaints.
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