Riverview Park and Zoo

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Spanning over 55 acres of park area along the shores of the Otonabee River, Riverview Park and Zoo is proud to be Canada's only FREE-admission accredited zoo, open daily from 8:30 a.m. until dusk all year round. Our winter operating hours are now in effect, but it's still a wonderful time to come visit the zoo! We offer 25 animal exhibits with more than 40 different species and over 150 animals calling us home.   

Looking for a unique birthday present, classroom fundraiser, or gift for that hard to buy for person this year? Consider a symbolic animal adoption here at the zoo with 100% of the proceeds directed back toward animal care. Your adoption package includes a thankyou letter from our Curator, an animal fact sheet, personalized adoption certificate, and a quality photo of your adopted animal with the adopter's name proudly displayed on our electronic sign for the duration of their one-year membership. 

A reminder that our animals remain active in their exhibits throughout the winter season and love having visitors come by to say hi. Join us at 1:30 p.m. daily at our North American River Otter Exhibit where you can see Splish, Boldt, Lawrence and their newest playmate, Meadow, receive their afternoon enrichment snack. You'll also have the chance to ask one of our zookeepers some questions. 

While the miniature train ride is now closed for the season, our capital campaign to keep the train ride going for generations to come remains ongoing. You can also help support animal enrichment here at the zoo through our Amazon Wish List. Any and all donations are always greatly appreciated and help make us possible. Thanks to everyone for your generous support!

The Riverview Park and Zoo Team

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