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    Lazy 5 Ranch

    4.2 (314 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Zay M.

    My sons and I went here on a HOT summer Saturday. It was very busy, as expected. The biggest downside is they are cash only. I had gotten enough cash for admission but completely forget about cash to get drinks to hydrate. This was my second time here. My kids and I enjoyed the wagon ride and feeding the animals. I did feel like we skipped some animals, nonetheless. We did walk around to see the animals at the front and back, which was enjoyable.

    The only way to feed the Giraffes, if you can reach. Do not leave get out of your vehicle.
    Lori H.

    I enjoyed our day at the Lazy 5 Ranch. We arrived on one of the busiest days of the season, Saturday the weekend of Labor Day. We waited in a line of cars about 30 minutes before getting through the ticket gate. No problem, everything went smooth and they were giving away free water melons and cantaloupe's. Winner! Super friendly and helpful staff. We bought three buckets of food because there were three of us. Two would have been plenty. The zoo is over run with the Ankole-Watusi's and those big horns are super scary when they are near your car. Also I was very disappointed that the only access to feeding the giraffes is from your car, or the wagon. Beware the Elands will fight you over the bucket of food. One snatched ours. All in all we had a great day, however in comparison, I do prefer the layout and the animals/petting zoo at Zootastic Park over Lazy 5.

    Lucinda S.

    This is a great activity for adults and children though maybe overwhelming for littles. My friend and I had the best time driving through and feeding them though some can be aggressive. 10/10

    Natalie P.

    We had a great time on the wagon ride. I believe our guides name was Albert and he was terrific. Tickets for a wagon ride are $21/ea foradults. Our two kids under 2 years old were free. This includes a big bucket of feed with each ticket. You get so close to so many animals- giraffes, variety of cows, zebra, goats. We got to pet many of the animals and dump food into their mouths. We felt safe the whole time. The animals appear well taken care of, including the horses pulling the wagon. The wagon ride lasted an hour or so. The animals come close to the cars too- definitely consider your car could be damaged by a cow horn if doing the drive through. The nice thing about the wagon ride is that you dontget stuck behind any drivers. You can go off roading (so to speak) to avoid any points of congestion.

    Maggie P.

    I would give it 100 stars if I could! THE best experience I've had in years. So many cool exotic animals, plants and flowers and the walk through portion was free once we were inside. Feed is only $3 per bucket and $15 per person feels cheap for the experience. They have a playground, swings, nice bathrooms, lots of hand washing stations, ice cream, gift shop, food, fresh lemonade. I would come here again and again.

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    Sanya's P.

    This is such a fun place to visit either friends or family. I went with my girlfriend this week and we had a blast. From entering the place to leaving. We were sooo scared at first lol. The pricing is reasonable, especially how much food you get. I'm glad i bought 3 buckets because 2 were gone in less than 10 minutes lol. The lady at the front was clear with what we had to do. They have restrooms and ice cream if interested. The animals were awesome to see up close like that, especially the giraffes. They had a lot of ostriches tho.

    Savannah R.

    Great experience for a great value! My boyfriend and I loved driving through and seeing/feeding all the animals. The wagon ride looked like a lot of fun as well, definitely want to try that next time!

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    Jenny D.

    So much fun! I would absolutely do it again. My favorite was the giraffes and the emu/rheas. My boyfriend and I went on a Friday and it wasn't too busy for the carriage ride. I know it costs more but it was a lot more fun feeding the animals in an opened environment and not worrying about the damages to your car. We bought extra buckets for food and I'm also glad we did that because near the end we were low on food to give. (The giraffes eat a lot!) wish we could have passed by the bison but it was cool seeing all the other animals. Service was nice and they were on schedule. Bring CASH, bring close toed shoes and pants, and be careful of hoodies with some of the animals. Young children with us did well too. Worth the visit if in town

    Used to visit ago when the kids were little went again today with visitors and disappointed in the upkeep of the some of the animals . Most of the alpacas we're in poor condition as well as a few of the larger animals The duck pond was filled with scum and mold , the water level was very low. one of the ducks look distressed . I brought it to attention of the girl at the entry booth when we left. she did not seem too concerned I showed her a picture and she stated" oh they're not supposed to be in there it's not supposed to have water in it . BS! It is fed with water supply and is adjacent to the other pond yet no water was flowing only a stagnant stench filled Pond for the poor ducks! Shame on the them for not taking better care of the habitat.

    Logan S.

    Previously store a review and most of it still stands. Great places with tons of animals and they are well cared for. But there is no way to get around other cars in the drive-through the problem when you have young kids and there's not a bathroom. It's long and very slow. We were also overcharged - $43 for an adult and young kid and two buckets of food which should have been 36. Just double check.

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    We went for Mother's Day and this was one of the best experiences I've ever had. We laughed the entire way thru. The animals are not shy!

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    Been coming for decades and keeps getting better and better. I do feel sorry for the animals that aren't allowed to be fed

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    I'm not sure why this was my first time visiting being that I've lived in Charlotte nearly 20 years.

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