Exclusive Parking Access Timeslots for Residents
Marianne Wood,
Bruce Peninsula Press
Residents of the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula and Anishinabek of Saugeen Ojibway Nation will once again have a special opportunity to enjoy Bruce Peninsula National Park’s most popular destinations during the second Community Day of 2026 on August 10.
During designated Community Day timeslots, parking access at the Grotto (Cyprus Lake) and Halfway Log Dump will be reserved exclusively for eligible local residents and Saugeen Ojibway Nation members – no parking reservations will be available for other visitors at the designated locations.
Parking reservation fees will be waived, and no advance reservation will be required for those attending during the designated periods.
Visitors attending Community Day should be prepared to provide proof of residency upon arrival at the gatehouse. Accepted identification may include a driver’s licence, status card, tax bill, or other valid proof of residency.
The August 10 Community Day parking times are:
• Halfway Log Dump: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Cyprus Lake (The Grotto): 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Community Day access applies to parking only. Campers staying within the park will continue to have access to hiking routes leading to the Grotto and Halfway Log Dump from their campsites.
In addition to exploring the park, visitors attending on August 10 are invited to participate in special programming at the Cyprus Lake Campground HUB.
At noon, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) will share the latest findings from the province’s black bear research study. The presentation will highlight current research and offer information on safely coexisting with black bears.
Additional activities include:
-12:30 p.m. – The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources will share tips on safely living alongside black bears.
-12 p.m. to 5 p.m. – The Nature Conservancy of Canada will provide information about its work managing invasive phragmites on the Bruce Peninsula.
-1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. – The Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre will host a pop-up activity focused on biomimicry and how nature inspires innovation.
Community Days are intended to give local residents the opportunity to reconnect with nature, explore the unique landscapes of Bruce Peninsula National Park, and celebrate the natural environment close to home.
For more information, contact Parks Canada at bruce-fathomfive@pc.gc.ca.
