The Fluvarium

It may be unfair to review this place as they are undergoing renovations, while the overnight rain made it difficult to see the fish as the water was cloudy due to the sediment buildup. Hopefully, I can return once their upgrades have been completed. Note: I learned that the best time to see the fishes is in the winter months, when the water is clear, or in the warmer months when it has not recently rained, as the water is a green colour, as opposed to brown when I visited. While I found the exhibits a bit rundown, my children had a lot of fun. They particularly liked building a Lego beaver dam (pretty cool), as well as using the microscope on the main floor, to observing the fishes, whether in an aquarium or through the glass where you can see them swim in their natural habitat.

Many of the fish do not seem to be adequately cared for in their environments, which made the visit disappointing. Many of the tanks are noticeably too small and not clean. If you want a similar educational experience where the animals are well cared for, go to the Insectarium in Deer Lake—it is a world of difference.

Such a neat place - my kid loved checking out all the fish and amphibians. Take your time and check out everything so that you aren't missing out. Also, if you're in the area and planning a visit to the Fluvarium, check out the Fairy Door Tour further down the road. If you can do both in the same day, that'll be a great day!!

We had a wonderful experience at the Fluvarium. My nine-year-old daughter, who’s a lover of animals, bugs, and the outdoors, was especially happy with our time there. The staff was knowledgeable, personable, and friendly. We spent time around the park and pond.

Terrible experience charged us 25 dollars to see a trout, a salmon, a tadpole, a frog and a toad. Very dirty outfit, most exhibits closed, don’t even bother waste of money and time, too bad looks like it used to be good but neglected and run down now

Friendly place. Lots see.. Rates apply. Visit outside for free..Washrooms available for free..

Loved our visit. Beautiful location and our little guy was able to see the toads up and close which he really enjoyed. Beautiful scenery to take a walk and visit the surrounding area as well! Staff were friendly and welcoming :)

I've been there before and probably left a detailed review so since this visit only included a ride around the trails I'll limit it to that. The trails are meant for walking - not biking. But I'm careful around pedestrians and give them right of way so I break this rule regularly. With that being said the trails are nice to do a leisurely ride around the pond. They're wide and in good shape.