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Zoo will be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.
www.turtlebackzoo.org
Turtle Back Zoo

Operated by the Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Affairs.
The zoo includes an assortment of animals including the Great Plains Exhibit and the Scottish Highland Exhibit which were added in 1999. Family fun activities include a petting zoo, food pavilion, picnic area, pony rides, souvenirs and train ride.
Hours10 - 4:30 Monday - Saturday*
11 - 5:30 Sundays*
*Park remains open for 1/2 hour after last admission.Zoo will be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.
www.turtlebackzoo.org