Look Around The Old Abandoned Belle Isle Zoo In Detroit

It sat abandoned for a bit of time, and nature did what it does best when humans stay away, and she reclaimed the area.

The Belle Isle Zoo in Detroit closed its doors in 2004 due to budget cuts. While it sat empty for a long slate of time, it didn't mean people didn't get curious and explore the old zoo.

Look Around The Belle Isle Zoo In Detroit

While nature did her work at reclaiming the old zoo, trespassers also did a number on the remaining buildings by littering them with graffiti. Take a look at what remained of the zoo earlier in 2022.

Detroit Belle Isle Zoo:

What appears to be the old ticket booth at the zoo.

Old Insect Inclosure At Belle Isle Zoo:

A guide leads the team through the abandoned zoo, showing off some of the old attractions.

An additional look at the old attraction.

Old Enclosure At Belle Isle Zoo:

Old Wooden Walking Path:

There was more than likely some kind of animal on the other side of that railing.

Old Theater In The Zoo:

A popular attraction many zoos have is now just covered in graffiti and crumbling away.

Different view of the domed theater.

View of the guide leading the tour party through the old zoo.

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