The park functions as a rehabilitation center, often housing animals that cannot be returned to the wild.
The location is situated within a boreal forest zone, providing a naturally cool and shaded environment for the animals.
The park features species native to the Russian North as well as acclimatized exotic animals.
The site was specifically chosen for its remote forest setting to minimize noise stress for the animals.
Zoopark Na Lampushke is a forested zoological park located 3 kilometers from the settlement of Razdolye in the Leningrad Oblast. The park maintains a focus on rescued and rehabilitated wild animals alongside various exotic species. The enclosure layouts prioritize naturalistic habitats within a wooded environment. Visitors can observe a diverse range of fauna, including large predators and small mammals, housed in spacious, fenced areas. The facility operates as an educational and conservation-oriented site rather than a traditional city-based zoo. Walking paths are designed to wind through the forest, connecting the different animal zones.
The elevated observation decks that allow for photography over the fences without wire obstruction.
Wear sturdy, waterproof hiking shoes as the paths are primarily gravel and dirt and can get muddy.
Bring insect repellent during the summer months due to the park's dense forest location.
Check the official VK page for temporary closure announcements before traveling, as heavy weather can impact forest trail safety.
Do not attempt to pet or touch animals through the wire mesh as some are rehabilitation cases with unpredictable temperaments.
Operations can be restricted or modified during deep winter due to heavy snowfall or during periods of extreme spring thaw.
Do not feed the animals; stay strictly within the marked pedestrian paths; keep noise levels low to avoid distressing the wildlife.
