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Bergen County Zoological Park

maurycy — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 13:20:00 +0000

Bergen County Zoological Park, located in Van Saun County Park, is home to variety of domestic and wild animals. It exhibits animals from North and South America. Zoo features many different species of birds including engangered Andean Condor, reptiles including Green Iguana and Red-footed Tortoise, mamals such as Ferret, Opossum, Mountain Lion, Tamarin, American Bison and more.

The Farmyard is a special section of the Zoo is dedicated to domestic animals like sheep, goats, chickens, pigs and cows. Another section called North American Plains features bison, elk and bald eagles.

Bergen County Zoo offers variety of family activities and programs throughout the year. Call park for more details.

General Zoo information

Hours: daily from 10:00am to 4:30pm, weather permitting

Admission for Bergen County residents:
Adults: $3.50
Children 3-14: $1.50
Seniors: $1.00

Admission for non-residents:
Adults: $5.25
Children 3-14: $2.25
Seniors: $1.50

Members receive free admission. Admission is charged only Wednesday thru Sunday from May thru October.

Groups: Groups of 25 or more must obtain park permit. Call park for more information.

Other: Zoo offers food concessions and picnic areas on site. Zoo is handicapped accessible.

Contact information

Bergen County Parks Department: (201) 336-7275
Park Permits: (201) 336-7261
Train Ride: (201) 262-3771 x 22
Zoo Gift Shop: (201) 262-3771 x 17
Carousel: (201) 262-0790
Pony Rides: (201) 599-9800
Parkside Café Snack Bar: (201) 599-9055
Bergen County Zoo General Information: (201) 262-3771

Location

216 Forest Avenue
Paramus, NJ 07652

Crystal Lake Park

maurycy — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 02:10:44 +0000

Crystal Lake Park in Englewood covers 5.8 acres and features small pond where you can observe wildlife and picnic area. There is dog walking area and few benches where you can relax.

Location

E Sheffield Ave
Englewood, NJ

Andreas Park

maurycy — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 02:05:12 +0000

Andreas Park is part of Hackensack River Greenway that runs thru Teaneck. It features 3.5 miles of trails thru wetlands with wildlife viewing opportunities. Trails run along eastern bank of the Hackensack River. Northern part of the park reaches Historic New Bridge Landing – Revolutionary War site.

Hiking thru Andreas Park’s wetlands you will encounter birds, reptiles and fish. Fishing is permitted with New Jersey fishing license.

Park is open daily dawn till dusk with limited parking area. Trail maps are available in self-serve boxes at several entry points along River Road.

General information

Phone: (201) 836-3644

Location

River Road
Teaneck, NJ

Teaneck Creek Conservancy

maurycy — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 01:30:28 +0000

Teaneck Creek Conservancy is part of Bergen County’s Overpeck County Park. Park covers 46 acres and has trails for walking and jogging, and nature observation. Environmental and cultural programs are also offered. They include exhibitions, nature and history walks, art displays, geocaching, and special school programs.

General Information

Trails are open to the public from dawn to dusk.

Website: www.teaneckcreek.org

Maps can be downloaded here

Location

20 Puffin Way
Teaneck, NJ 07666