★ 4.7 Google Rating · 1,000+ Happy Families

Fun things to do with kids in CDA—all indoors!

North Idaho's only indoor petting zoo. Meet exotics, mini-farm animal friends, reptiles, and birds in a clean, temperature-controlled barn open year-round.

Interactive Fun

Where kids connect with real nature.

Hands-on animal discoveries inside a spacious, family-friendly barn.

Bring the family to feed miniature goats, hold birds, pet bunnies, and look at exotic reptiles. Our team keeps everyone safe, comfortable, and smiling—no matter the weather outside.

  • Fully indoor climate control—odor-free and dry
  • Wheelchair accessible throughout
  • Safe, structured environment for toddlers and older children
A child petting miniature animals at Big Red's Barn
Our Experiences

Choose your barn adventure

Pets on the main barn floor

General Admission

Explore the main floor and interact directly with farm friends, exotic mammals, and reptiles at your own pace. Perfect for weekend family outings.

Sloth encounter

Private Encounters

Go behind the scenes for a 30-minute private encounter with a sloth, capybara, or giant tortoise. Led by our certified handler team.

Birthday Party room

The Party Barn

Rent our private party area for kids birthday celebrations. Includes admission tickets, animal feeding packs, and dedicated staff support.

Guest Stories

What CD'A families are saying

★★★★★

"The staff is incredible. So friendly, knowledgeable, and patient with children. The barn is clean and doesn't smell like a typical farm. Highly recommend!"

Kasey B. · Google Review
★★★★★

"Super clean wash stations, friendly hosts, and hands-on interactions. My daughter had a blast feeding the mini goats. Absolutely worth it."

Ashley M. · Google Review
★★★★★

"They keep the space very clean, the animals seem happy and healthy, and the capybara encounter was a highlight of our trip. We'll be back."

Matthew G. · Google Review

Visit Us in Coeur d'Alene

7397 N Government Way · open Thursday–Sunday, 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM (last entry 5:00 PM).