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Canada's Dinosaur Park

Dinosaur Walking Trail
Come And Visit Canada’s ONLY Dinosaur Park And Reptile Sanctuary!
(1986)

Canada’s Dinosaur Park was established in 1999 as a not-for-profit registered Reptile Sanctuary charity # 805222353RR0001 We are located 16 km East of Peterborough on Highway 7 at;
2206 County Road 38
Indian River, Ontario
K0L 2B0

09/02/2026

People don't realize that giant, roaring dinosaurs don't just run on prehistoric magic! 🦖✨ Behind every lifelike movement and terrifying roar is an incredible team of technicians putting in hours of meticulous craft, and we couldn't keep this park running without their dedication. From replacing blown fuses and repairing high-torque electric motors to recalibrating internal pneumatic mechanisms, keeping these animatronic beasts alive is a non-stop job. Add in painstaking skin patches, silicone repairs, and custom paint touch-ups to fix everyday wear and tear, and you quickly see just how much heavy lifting happens behind the scenes to bring these giants back to life! 🦾🎨

Huge thank you to our hardworking crew for all the passion and effort they pour into every single repair! 🙏❤️

09/01/2026

From a start as skittish younglings taken in during a federal seizure to majestic mini-dinosaurs today! 🦖✨ Watching these rhino iguanas grow and settle in over the last couple of years has been such a rewarding journey. They still have plenty of growing left to do before reaching full adult size, but every new scale, ridge, and developing horn makes them look more impressive by the day.

Every single animal residing with us has arrived through rescue, surrender, or official intervention, finding a permanent sanctuary where they can thrive. Providing a forever home and a safe space for these resilient creatures is at the heart of everything we do, and seeing their transformations makes every moment worth it! 🌿🦎💚

08/31/2026

Ain't nothing gonna break my stride, ain't nothing gonna slow me down 🐢💨 Walking into the week with determination, maximum focus, and absolute main-character energy ✨ Nothing stops this little Red-footed Tortoise on a mission! 🌿

Come visit him in person and see his daily strolls up close at Canada's Dinosaur Park! 📍 2206 County Road 38, Asphodel-Norwood, ON.

🔊 Audio: "Break My Stride" – Matthew Wilder 🎶

08/30/2026

Summer isn't over just yet, and your next epic adventure is still waiting for you! ☀️🦖🐍 Beat the back-to-school blues and make the most of these sunny days by walking among giant roaring dinosaurs and meeting amazing live reptiles up close before the season wraps up. Grab your family, pack your sense of wonder, and come explore with us! We are still open daily from 10am to 5pm, so plan your visit today and make the rest of this summer unforgettable. 🎟️🦕🐊✨

Located at 2206 County Road 38, Apshodel-Norwood, ON

08/09/2026

Flawless form, majestic ex*****on, and an unforgettable landing! 🐢 Splash score 10/10, confidence 100/10. Nobody does a dramatic quite like this turtle. 🌊🏆✨

08/03/2026

Happy Civic Holiday! 🦖 We are OPEN today for holiday fun! Come spend your day off exploring our outdoor trails, seeing the animatronic dinosaurs, and visiting the reptile rescue. ☀️✨

We are operating during our regular hours today from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. ⏰
📍 Location: 2200 County Road 38, Asphodel-Norwood, Ontario

Bring the whole family out for an awesome long weekend adventure! 🐊🎉

08/01/2026

Step back in time and get up close with incredible ancient history 🦕✨

Did you know access to our indoor museum is included with regular admission? Explore amazing fossil displays, pre-historic skeletons, and real replica skulls during your visit!

📍 Address: 2206 County Road 38, Asphodel-Norwood, ON K0L 2B0
⏰ Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Plan your adventure and come check out these ancient wonders today 🦴

07/20/2026

The Crocodile's Secret Weapon: The "Panic Button" Valve
Ever wonder how ancient reptiles survived the extinction event that wiped out the dinosaurs? Part of the secret lies in their incredible cardiovascular engineering. 🐊

Crocodilians possess a highly specialized heart structure called the Foramen of Panizza, a unique valve that connects their left and right aortas. When a crocodile dives underwater or needs to remain completely still to ambush prey, it can actively shunt oxygen-poor blood away from its lungs and redirect it straight back to its body and stomach.

This internal "bypass switch" does two amazing things:

Supercharged Digestion: It sends highly acidic, carbon-dioxide-rich blood straight to the stomach, allowing them to dissolve massive meals—including bones, shells, and horns—with ease.

Ultimate Stealth Mode: It maximizes their oxygen efficiency, allowing them to stay submerged underwater for hours at a time without needing to surface for a breath.

It is a flawless piece of prehistoric engineering that has remained virtually unchanged for millions of years!

07/18/2026

He may look slow, but he’s plotting his next move with absolute certainty. Never underestimate the power of a determined tortoise on a mission. Come visit our resident speed racer and all his reptilian friends at Canada's Dinosaur Park 🐢🦕

Address

2206 County Road 38
Norwood, ON
K0L2B0

Telephone

+17056391443

Website

https://reptileanddinosaurpark.org/

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