Riverview Park and Zoo

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We are a unique facility offering attractions to people of all ages. Located just north of downtown
Peterborough, Riverview Park and Zoo is a fabulous place to enjoy a leisurely stroll in a peaceful and
tranquil setting while experiencing the natural beauty of Peterborough.

We are Canada's only free-admission accredited zoo. Donations make us possible.

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Adopt an Animal

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Animal Welfare

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Picnic Shelters

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Conservation

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Education Programs

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Tours

Meet Meadow, our newest River Otter addition!

News and Special Events

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 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.

*EXCITING NEWS* We are "otterly" excited to celebrate the arrival of our newest addition to the zoo! At last Saturday's "Wild Winter" special event, we introduced Meadow, who joins Splish, Boldt and Lawrence in our North American River Otter exhibit. Offered daily at 1:30 p.m., you can see them receive their afternoon enrichment snack and have the chance to ask one of our zookeepers some questions.

Looking for a unique birthday present, classroom fundraiser, or to wrap up your holiday shopping? 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 Gift Shop will be open this Friday, December 13 and next Friday, December 20 from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Located just inside the main entrance gates, stop in and consider purchasing one of our popular RPZ hoodies, a variety of stuffed animals, books or toys. Honey from our very own apiary onsite would make the perfect stocking stuffer!

While our 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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