Visiting in the fall and winter seasons

Bruce Peninsula National Park

Reservations for winter camping and yurts open on Tuesday, November 17, 2026

The winter camping season runs from December 15, 2026, to April 30, 2027

Warning!

Hiking during the winter can be hazardous, please review the winter safety page before heading out.

Bruce Peninsula National Park is in winter operations from November 1 to April 30. Park facilities and services may be limited during this period. The park is in a remote area and conditions can be dangerous especially during winter. Road access to some areas are closed from the first snow fall. Visitors must be prepared for limited services and are responsible for their own safety. Make sure your vehicle is equipped for local road conditions (snow tires recommended) and your gas tank is full. Limited services are available in nearby towns such as Tobermory and Lion’s Head.

What’s Open in the Park:

Grotto area trails including the Cyprus Lake Trail, Georgian Bay Trail, Marr Lake Trail and Horse Lake Trail

The trails are not maintained; use at your own risk
Day use, parking and camping fees apply
Two pit toilets at Head of Trails, Composting toilets at Indian Head Cove, Grotto bathroom closed
Register at the Cyprus Lake Campground Office, open daily 9 am - 5 pm

Frontcountry camping at Tamarack Campground

Frontcountry camping (20 sites)
Open December 15 to April 30
Reserve online! Visit the reservation page to book your site today
Group site (open April 1-30, 2027 only)
Frontcountry winter camping is only available in the Tamarack area of Cyprus Lake Campground
Poplars and Birches campgrounds are closed
Campsites are not directly accessible by vehicle. Campers must park in P2 parking lot for walk-in access to campsites only
RV, trailer, van or car camping is not permitted during the winter months
Services are limited. 2 drop toilets available between sites 234/235 and 247/249
Winter storms can impact road conditions, we recommended that campers bring all required food and water supplies, including extra supplies in case of extreme weather
Fires are permitted in designated fire pits only
The possession or use of firewood not supplied by Bruce Peninsula National Park or our verified sellers is prohibited
Park staff will collect and destroy any firewood brought from outside the park to ensure Invasive Species are not introduced
Entry and camping fees apply

Backcountry camping at Stormhaven

Backcountry camping (9 sites)
Open December 15 to April 30
High Dump is closed for the season
Reserve online! Visit the reservation page to book your site today
Backcountry campers must park and hike from the Cyprus Lake area’s P2 parking lot during fall and winter operations, there is no access to Halfway Log Dump or Crane Lake parking areas
Stormhaven: 3-4 hour hike from P2 parking lot
One composting toilet
No fires are allowed at any time
Hot tents (tents with a wood stove) are not permitted in the backcountry
Cyprus Office – open daily 9am-5pm
Entry and camping fees apply

Yurt camping at Cyprus Lake

Yurt camping (8 yurts)
Open December 15 to April 30
Reservations required
Minimum 2-night stay except;

Christmas: 3-night minimum (December 24-26)
New Year’s Eve: 2-night minimum; check-in required on December 31

Check-in at the Cyprus Lake Office
Each yurt is equipped with a bunk bed (double bed below and single bed up top) and a double sized murphy bed
Each yurt has a barbeque for cooking and a bear-proof bin to store scented items
Cooking or storing food inside the yurt is not permitted
The only heat source inside the yurt is a woodstove
The possession or use of firewood not supplied by Bruce Peninsula National Park or our verified sellers is prohibited
Park staff will collect and destroy any firewood brought from outside the park to ensure Invasive Species are not introduced
Cars are not permitted to park at the yurts – sleds are available to bring belongings from the nearby parking lot
Candles or other open flames are not permitted
Yurt comfort station open with showers, flush toilets, and dishwashing inside
For sanitary purposes, please use the washrooms and not the surrounding forested areas

Visitor Centre in Tobermory

Visitor Centre
Open daily 9am-5pm (closed on Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day)
Indoor bathrooms open; outdoor bathrooms closed
Burnt Point Loop Trails and Little Dunks Trail remain open but are not maintained; use at your own risk
Entry and parking fees apply
Friday 1pm movies presented by the Friends of the Tobermory Library, with support from the Friends of Bruce District Parks

Bruce Trail through the park

The trails are not maintained; use at your own risk
Snowshoes, crampons or micro spokes are recommended

Washrooms and/or portable toilets are available at these locations

Tamaracks Campground
Parks Canada Visitor Centre
Cyprus Lake Campground Office
Cyprus Lake Head of Trails
Indian Head Cove

Winter Activities at Bruce Peninsula National Park

Enjoy guided walks, social campfires, and spotting signs of wildlife or explore at your own pace with birding, stargazing, and creative art experiences.

Connect with nature, and make this season unforgettable. Dress warmly and bring your curiosity!

What’s closed in the park

Annual Closures in Bruce Peninsula National Park

This listing shows planned closures. Where dates are approximate, closures will fall sometime during the time period specified, usually determined by weather conditions. Additional closures may happen at any time, in any location and without prior notice.

Location	Dates	Facilities closed	Notes
Halfway Log Dump	Mid-November to mid-April	Emmett Lake Road	No winter maintenance
Singing Sands	Mid-November to mid-April	Parking lot	No winter maintenance
Little Cove Road	Mid-November to mid-April	Day-use area	Road not plowed beyond private properties.
Crane Lake Road	Mid-November to mid-April	Road	Road not plowed beyond private properties.

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