⭐ 4.7 Google Rating · 1,000+ Happy Families · Open Thu–Sun

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

North Idaho's only indoor petting zoo. Meet exotic animals, mini-farm friends, reptiles, and birds in a clean, temperature-controlled barn — open year-round, rain or shine.

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 see exotic reptiles up close. Our team keeps everyone safe, comfortable, and smiling — no matter the weather outside.

  • Fully indoor & climate controlled — odor-free and dry
  • Wheelchairs & strollers allowed, but discouraged around animals (goats jump on everything!)
  • Safe, structured fun for toddlers through adults
  • Open Thursday–Sunday, 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
A sloth at Big Red's Barn during a private encounter
Choose Your Experience

What's waiting for you at the barn

Main floor animal interactions at Big Red's Barn

General Admission

Explore the main floor and interact with farm animals, exotic mammals, reptiles, and birds at your own pace. Perfect for families of all sizes.

Buy Tickets
Private sloth encounter at Big Red's Barn

Private Encounters

Get up close with a sloth, capybara, or giant tortoise in a 30-minute private guided encounter led by our certified handlers. Truly unforgettable.

Birthday party room at Big Red's Barn

The Party Barn

Rent our private party area for an unforgettable birthday celebration. Includes admission, animal feeding packs, and dedicated staff support.

Come Back All Year

Season Passes — unlimited visits all season.

If your family loves the barn, a season pass pays for itself fast. Get unlimited admission for the whole family and walk in any open day without buying tickets each time.

  • Passes available for 2–7 person households
  • Unlimited visits all season long
  • Great value for families who visit more than twice
Groups of All Sizes

Planning a group outing?

From school field trips to retirement community outings and corporate team days — we host all kinds of groups. Indoor, year-round, and easy to book.

Group Visit Info Call to Reserve: (208) 719-9047
Guest Stories

What CDA 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).