Paid Parking & Enforcement

Contact By-law Enforcement

By-law Enforcement inquiries or complaints can be submitted 24/7 through the three following methods:

  1. Online By-law Complaint Form
  2. Phone: 1-833-793-3537 Ext. 235
  3. After Hours Emergency/Animal Control: 1-866-750-8219

Paid Parking Program

The Municipality has a Paid Parking Program in effect in Tobermory and Lion's Head from May 15 to September 15 each year. The Paid Parking Program includes both parking lots and on-street parking.

Parking reservations for McCurdy Parking lot are required from May 15 to October 15.

The Municipality enforces its Parking By-law by issuing tickets to illegally parked vehicles for both on-street parking and in parking lots. Enforcement is required to maintain legal parking, regulate traffic movement, and ensure public safety. All parking regulations remain in effect and are enforceable year-round (via signage regarding No Parking, No Stopping, Parking in Accessible Spaces without a permit, etc). 

Paid Parking Lots

Lion's Head Arena Parking Lot

Lion's Head Arena

4 Tackabury Street, Lion's Head

Online reservations are strongly encouraged, however, payment at this location is also available based on availability. Available rates are $3/hour or $15/all day.

A free shuttle is offered from July 3 through September 7 (Friday through Sunday (and statutory holidays), 10am to 6pm) with paid parking.

McCurdy Parking Lot

McCurdy Drive

Moore Street, Lion's Head

Reservations are required between Mat 15 and October 15. Available reservation options include 4 hours for $20 or full day reservations for $30 (must be made at least 24 hours in advance).

As this parking lot is smaller, it is recommended that you park at the Lion's Head Arena and utilize the free shuttle to access this location.

Devil's Monument

Borchardt Road, Miller Lake

Reservations are required between May 15 to September 15, between. Online reservations are available in 1 hour blocks for $5, with a maximum daily rate of $30. 

The walk to the Devil’s Monument is relatively short; however, the access trail is steep, rocky, and may be slippery. While the hike is considered moderate, it is not recommended for young children or dogs.

Map image of Dyers Bay Parking Lot location

Dyers Bay Road

941 Dyers Bay Road, Miller Lake

Reservations are required between May 15 to September 15, between. Online reservations are available in 1 hour blocks for $5, with a maximum daily rate of $30. 

This large parking area is designed to accommodate vehicles with trailers. Please note that parking is prohibited at Dyers Bay Dock.

Big Tub Road

Big Tub Road, Tobermory

Reservations are required between May 15 to September 15. Online reservations are available in 1 hour blocks for $5. 

Photograph of Little Cove Parking Lot

Little Cove

237 Little Cove Road, Tobermory

Reservations are required between May 15 to September 15. Online reservations are available in 4 hour bookings for $20 and can only be made up to 14 days in advance.

You will also be required to display proof of a valid Parks Canada Pass. If you do not yet have a Parks Canada Pass, you can purchase a day-use pass when booking parking online.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Parks Canada Discovery Pass will be available for purchase with your online reservation from May 15 to September 15. 

You can also purchase your pass online from the Parks Canada Reservation page. You can also learn more about other locations to purchase your pass on the Government of Canada website.

How to Pay Your Parking Ticket

Option 1- Voluntary Payment

  1. Online ticket payment (click the blue button above to pay your parking ticket online).
  2. By cheque or money order payable to the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula. Ensure that you write the number of the Parking Infraction Notice on the front of your cheque or money order. Mail or deliver your payment along with this notice to the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula, ATTN: By-law Enforcement, 56 Lindsay Road 5, Lion's Head ON N0H 1W0. Dishonoured cheques will be subject to an administrative charge. An administrative fee is payable if the fine goes into default and information may be provided to a credit bureau. Please allow sufficient time for your payment to be delivered. 

Option 2- Trial

Notice of intention to appear in court. Refer to your parking ticket for additional information.

Enquiries

All enquiries should be made via email or in writing to:

Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula
ATTN: By-law Enforcement
56 Lindsay Road 5
Lion's Head ON N0H 1W0

Paid Parking Poster that describes different options to pay for parking.