Attleboro's signature 32-acre park, home to the small Capron Park Zoo, a rose garden, a duck pond, a playground, and paved and natural walking paths. It reads as the city's civic front yard: bandstand, monuments, and Sunday strollers as much as a zoo destination.
What to expect
Dogs
Attleboro requires dogs to be leashed at all times whenever off the owner's property; dogs may not run loose. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Hours
Zoo open daily 9am-4pm, last ticket sold 3:30pm
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Attleboro Parks & Forestry Department (park); Capron Park Zoo Inc. (zoo)
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On site
Restroom
near zoo entrance
Picnic area
lawns and gazebo area suited to picnicking
Concessions
zoo has a concession stand
Worth knowing
- Attleboro faces a projected budget deficit that could grow to $8 million, which is the direct driver of the zoo funding debate
Common questions
Is Capron Park open today?
Capron Park is a public park in Attleboro, MA. Posted hours: Zoo open daily 9am-4pm, last ticket sold 3:30pm.
Is the zoo actually still open?
Yes, though its future has been contentious. In spring 2026 the mayor proposed converting the zoo into a nature preserve and wildlife rehab center over rising costs (about $1.8 million to run in fiscal 2026, plus an estimated $57 million in needed capital repairs). After public pushback the city council moved to block the change, and the zoo is funded through free cash into fiscal 2027. Check the zoo's own site before a special trip.
Is there an entry fee at Capron Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Capron Park?
Attleboro requires dogs to be leashed at all times whenever off the owner's property; dogs may not run loose. Posted signs at the site take precedence.