Bruce Peninsula National Park of Canada

New Visitor Centre

Kids enjoy the exhibits in the visitor center.
© Parks Canada / Meleg, E / 2006

The lookout tower at the visitor center.
© Parks Canada / Meleg, E / 2006

Your national park adventure on the Bruce Peninsula begins at the new visitor centre!

Visitor Centre Highlights

Climb the 20m (65') tower for a bird's-eye view of the Bruce!

Chill out in the high-definition theatre, for a virtual adventure to the best spots in the park!

Experience the exhibit gallery, with everything from a full-size lighthouse, flowerpot and cliff to black bear, rattlesnake and shipwreck exhibits.

Drop in on a special demo by a park naturalist.

Shop for national park souvenirs in the gift shop.

Hike the world-famous Bruce Trail, which runs right past the visitor centre, to scenic coves on Georgian Bay.

Register to dive in Fathom Five or to camp on Flowerpot Island .

2009 Hours 

June  – Sept 6

Open daily 8 am - 8pm

Fridays open until 10 pm
Saturdays open until 9 pm

How to Get There

The visitor centre is located adjacent to the village of Tobermory, a short walk or drive from downtown.

If you're travelling north on Highway 6 into Tobermory:

Turn right (east) onto Chi sin tib dek Road, across from the RBC. Follow approximately 1km to the visitor centre.

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If you're travelling south on Highway 6 from Tobermory:

Turn left (east) onto Chi sin tib dek Road, across from the RBC. Follow approximately 1km to the visitor centre.

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Walking from Downtown Tobermory (on the Bruce Trail):

Start at the Bruce Trail monument across from the LCBO. Follow the beaver signs to the Visitor Centre, a 5 minute walk.

Kids enjoy the replica lighthouse exhibit in the visitor center.
© Parks Canada / Meleg, E / 2006

Fees

For information on entry fees click here .

Group Tours

Our world-class visitor centre and adjacent trails are an ideal national park experience for adult group tours and school groups! The centre has parking for buses, ample washrooms, a picnic area, wheelchair accessible facilities and bilingual service. The visitor centre is self-guided.

Contact the Visitor Centre for more information.

Click here for Travel Trade information .

Trails from the Visitor Centre

1. Bruce Trail to Little Dunks Bay Lookout
   This short section of the Bruce Trail meanders through lush cedar forest, along mossy covered ridges, and reaches a viewing platform that overlooks Little Dunks Bay, a secluded and scenic cove of Georgian Bay.
   Length: 0.8km (one way)
   Hiking Time: 10-15 minutes (one way)
   Difficulty: Easy.
   Trail Surface: Flat and hard packed. Wheelchair accessible.
2. Bruce Trail Burnt Point Loop
   Hike this new loop side trail, accessed from the Bruce Trail, just before the Little Dunks Bay Lookout.
   Length: 4.8km (round-trip from Visitor Centre)
   Hiking Time: 1.5 - 2 hours
   Difficulty: Moderate
   Trail Surface: Rough, rocky sections. Sturdy footwear recommended.
3. Bruce Trail South
   Hike the Bruce Trail, Canada's most famous footpath, south from the Visitor Centre. For information, visit the Bruce Trail Association website.
   Length: variable distance
   Hiking Time: variable
   Difficulty: moderate to very difficult
   Trail Surface: variable
4. Visitor Centre to Tobermory Harbour
   The Bruce Trail connects the Visitor Centre to the harbour in downtown Tobermory.
   Length: 0.25km (one way)
   Hiking Time: 5 - 8 minutes (one way)
   Difficulty: Easy
   Trail Surface: Flat, hard-packed stone and paved sidewalk. Wheelchair accessible.