Riverview Park and Zoo - Peterborough, Ontario
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mTn_biKer65
N 44° 20.605 W 078° 18.562
17T E 714473 N 4913536
Located just north of downtown Peterborough, Ontario at 1300 Water Street.
Waymark Code: WMM5ZX
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 07/27/2014
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"The zoo features 27 exhibits, with over 45 species, including Two-Toed Sloths, Yaks, Camels, Wallaby, Emu, Macaw, Lemur, Squirrel Monkey, Plated Lizard and Meerkat.
The park covers 55.5 acres and is the largest and most diversified playground in the city. It also features equipment for physically-challenged children.
The 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. For decades, the zoo and park have attracted about a quarter of a million visitors a year.
Highlights
- Free admission and parking
- Open year-round, 8:30 am to dusk
- Over 55 acres of scenic riverfront park and zoo exhibits
- 15-minute ride on a vintage miniature train for only $2 each - Fabulous children's playground including water splash pad
- Large picnic area along Otonabee River with picnic tables
- Disc Golf course in the North end of the park
- F-86 Sabre jet
- Totem pole donated by the Curve Lake First Nation
- Snack bar open May to September
- Winter tobogganing and cross-country skiing
- Wheelchair accessible" (
visit link)