Riverview Park & Zoo

The 55-acre facility extends along the Otonabee River banks, featuring 25 exhibits with more than 40 species including Bactrian camels and Eurasian lynxes.

Ross Dobbin established the zoo in 1933 after receiving two alligators during an American Water Works Association conference, marking the beginning of the animal collection.

The park maintains strong connections with local communities through initiatives like the 2016 installation of a totem pole crafted by Jody Paudash of Hiawatha First Nation.

The zoo operates daily from 8:30 AM until dusk throughout the year, providing free admission and parking to all visitors, with funding from utility revenues and donations.

Riverview Park and Zoo holds the distinction of being the single free admission facility among all accredited zoos in Canada.

Location: Ontario

Address: 1300 Water St, Peterborough, ON K9J 7G4, Canada K9J 7G4 Peterborough K9J 7G4 Peterborough

Phone: +17057489301

Website: https://riverviewparkandzoo.ca/en

GPS coordinates: 44.34300,-78.30950

Latest update: March 17, 2025 05:31