Inverhuron Provincial Park

Inverhuron Provincial Park is located near the town of Tiverton on the shore of Lake Huron in Ontario.

Inverhuron Provincial Park was originally opened in 1956. At that time, it featured 351 campsites, nature trails and beaches.  One of the noteworthy things about Inverhuron Provincial Park is perhaps its proximity to the worlds largest nuclear generating station; the Bruce Nuclear Power site. When Ontario Hydro purchased the park in 1976 it phased out overnight camping due to possible safety issues with regards to the nuclear facility. Inverhuron was kept open as a Day Use Park. Safety concerns were minimized by 1998 and by 2005 the park was re-opened as an overnight camping destination.

There are 3 sirens located within the boundaries of the park. This is in accordance with provincial law that requires that the public within 3 km of the Bruce Power site be notified of any nuclear emergency. 

There have been no emergencies EVER at the Bruce Power site involving the public. Precautions are in place in the remote event that something should occur. Camping at Inverhuron Provincial Park is safe.

Site Review:

Inverhuron Provincial Park has 3 campground areas:

• Holmes Bay (tents only)
• Lime Kiln
• Gunn Point

We had site 134 in the Lime Kiln campground.

There is no difference in the quality or the variety of sites in the Lime Kiln or Gunn Point campgrounds.

• Electric sites
• Pull thru sites available ideal for larger RVs
• Campsites are private
• Sites have a level gravel surface
• Sites conveniently located to comfort stations
• All sites have fire rings and a picnic table

Comfort stations have flush toilets and showers. There are laundry facilities available.

Activities:

Boating:

Boating is a primary activity. There is a boat launch within the park giving direct access to Lake Huron.

Canoeing/Kayaking:

Canoes and Kayaks are available to rent from the main gate and can be picked up at the boat launch.

Hiking:

There is a shared-use trail within the park allowing you access to different park areas and features, such as Lake Huron views, marshes and sand dunes with a boardwalk connecting to the beach.

Biking:

You can bike on the camp roads and the shared-use trail. You can venture from the park and bike on the surrounding roads. I, however, found the surrounding roads to be busy with long inclines and very little shoulder to suit my comfort level.

Swimming:

The beach is about 1 km long. It is clear, shallow and sandy making it ideal for swimming.

There are change room facilities available. There are no lifeguards.

Bruce Power Centre:

You can see the Bruce Power Centre across the bay from the campground.

According to google maps, the route from the park to the power centre is about 5.3 km. It is a short drive. It also says that it is less than an hour to walk and about 20 minutes to bike. I can tell you that it is going to take you longer than that. The route is a rolling country highway. I would certainly not recommend walking. I did ride my bike and it was challenging and easily took me over 30 minutes. It was not family-friendly biking.

Bruce Power Visitor Centre:

The exhibit hall features a variety of interactive exhibits and displays.

There are free bus tours available in July and August (11 a.m., and 1 and 2 p.m.), seven days a week (except statutory holidays on July 1 and the Civic Holiday in August). All participants require government-issued identification. For youth under 18, a parent or guardian must be present to vouch for their identity.

It is recommended that you pre-register. to ensure that there are available seats on the bus.

Admission is free to the visitor centre.

Things to Know:

1. Pets are permitted and there is a dog-friendly beach.
2. You can find sites close to the water at all 3 campgrounds but none of them are truly waterfront.
3. The hydro outlet can be a long way from the site. Bring extra extension cords. If you do not have one that is long enough you can sign out a 30 amp 50ft cord by supplying a $100 deposit on a credit card. The deposit is refunded when the cord is returned.
4. If you visit the Bruce Power site remember your government-issued ID. It is required and will be checked by security officers prior to boarding the bus.
5. You can fish at Inverhuron Provincial Park provided you have an Ontario fishing licence. This must be purchased prior to arrival as Ontario Parks do not issue licences.
6. Inverhuron Provincial Park is located between 2 other Ontario Parks also located along Lake Huron: MacGregor Point Provincial Park and Point Farms Provincial Park. Your park permit will allow you day access to these parks as well.

IMO:

Inverhuron is a great weekend getaway destination. The sites are large, private and easily accessed. It is unfortunate that no sites are on the water or provide any waterfront views because Lake Huron sunsets can be spectacular. The beach is a very nice feature. I would recommend Inverhuron Provincial Park as an RV Place to Go!