Fort Collins, Colorado: Folk Art: Swetsville Zoo
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- Address:
- 4801 E. Harmony Rd, Fort Collins, CO
- Directions:
- At Timnath, I-25 Exit 265, south of Ft. Collins on Harmony Road east, right by side of highway.
- Hours:
- Daylight hours (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 970-484-9509
- Admission:
- Donations accepted
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
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The 180 animals in the "Swetsville Zoo" were built by Bill Swets from car parts, farm machinery, and scrap metal. The property has been sold and the Zoo will likely close forever in December 2022; see it now.
Roadsideamerica.com Report...Swetsville Zoo:
A yard full of fanciful metal creatures built by Bill Swets, known in Timnath, Colorado, as Swetsville Zoo, will close within the next five years.
[03/24/2009] Complete Story...Visitor Tips and News About Folk Art: Swetsville Zoo
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The last time I went to find this, it was closed. I'm not certain if it was a temporary, post-Covid close, or a permanent one. If it is still there, it is a great stop.
[Peter Bachand, 11/23/2021]
It is easy to miss. This was the coolest attraction I've seen so far. It's completely free. We packed a picnic and ate at the picnic table. The sculptures were amazing! The kids loved it.
[Brittney, 06/02/2020]
You will miss it if you do not exit the highway. Such a wonderful place. We had a great time wandering around and taking pictures. The product of such a creative generation.
[MHackemack, 05/28/2017]Page of 3 [Next 5 items]
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The Zoo has been closed intermittently over the past several years because of its aging owner. As with all Roadside America attractions, we recommend calling before you visit.