Pricing in our campgrounds is based on a blend of services available at the site, proximity to other amenities, privacy, and consumer demand. By having a flexible pricing strategy, we can reduce fees on sites that have lower demand. We encourage you to search our campground maps to find the best mix of price, location, and services to meet your needs.
The rates for Chippewa Park and Trowbridge Falls campgrounds are as follows:
- Cabins (available at Chippewa Park only) - $123 - $144
- Serviced Campsite - Daily Rate - $41 - $72
- Unserviced Campsite - Daily Rate - $26 - $37
- Serviced Campsite - Seasonal Rate - $2,405
All bookings are subject to HST and a $5 reservation fee.
* Rates are subject to final approval from City Council.
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Check-in & check-out times
Check-in time is 3 pm. If the camper(s) will be arriving later than 8 pm, the campground must be notified prior to 6 pm on the day of arrival; otherwise, the reservation will be tagged as a “No Show” and the "No Show" policy will be followed.
Check-out time is 12 noon. Campers must check-out at office before leaving the campground.
General campground rules
The City of Thunder Bay is dedicated to promoting a safe and quiet camping environment for families and campers are asked to follow the campground rules:
- Must be 18 years of age and have a credit card (Visa/MasterCard) to reserve a site
- Radios and stereos may be used, but the volume must not bother neighbours
- Any person found destroying park property or breaking park rules will be evicted without refund; costs of any damage will be assessed and charged
- Moves between sites are not permitted without campground office approval
- One vehicle is included with a campsite permit. Additional Vehicle Permits must be purchased for all other vehicles at the time of registration; parking space for extra vehicles may not be available adjacent to the site
- Where space permits, the camper will be are allowed one piece of shelter equipment plus one dining shelter/tarp on your campsite. Only one piece of shelter equipment is permitted per site: this can be a tent trailer, house trailer, motor home, self-propelled camping unit, or tent.
- Only one table per site
- Fireworks are prohibited
- Unnecessary noise, disturbance or other offensive behaviour will result in immediate eviction and/or police action. This unnecessary behaviour could result in permanent banishment from all City of Thunder Bay campgrounds.
- We ask that children are accompanied by an adult to the washroom and shower facilities
- A maximum of six people are allowed per site, including visitors, unless all individuals comprise a single family of parents and their children
- Quiet time in the campground begins at 10 pm until 8 am
- Only registered campers are allowed on campsites after 10 pm
- Guest parking is provided at the main office building, but is not allowed at the campsite
- Obey posted speed limit and be aware of pedestrians (children) on roadways
- Day visitors must leave the campground by 10 pm. Overnight visitors must pay “Overnight Guest” fee per person and/or per vehicle.
Topic specific rules
| Park Natural Resources |
- To protect the park’s natural resources, we ask that campers do not remove, damage or deface natural objects such as plants, trees, and rock formations
- Cutting live vegetation is strictly prohibited
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| Fires & Firewood |
- In the campgrounds, campers must build campfires only in designated areas
- Campers may not damage or remove any vegetation, dead or alive, from the campsite to use as firewood
- Campers may not build fires on grass
- We ask that campers not bring in firewood from other forests, as this can spread invasive species
- We ask for small fires only; campfires should not exceed one metre in height, and be no wider than the campfire pit allows
- Campfires must be attended at all times
- We ask campers to make sure the campfire is out before walking away from it
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| Garbage |
- To prevent unwanted wildlife (raccoons, bears, wolves, etc.) from visiting the campground, we ask that campers keep their campsite clean at all times
- Garbage can be deposited in the centrally located garbage bins. Plastic bottles, pop cans, and glass can be recycled separately. Garbage should not be left on at campsites overnight.
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| All-terrain Vehicle & Mini-bikes |
The use of all-terrain vehicles or mini-bikes is strictly prohibited.
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| Alcoholic Beverages |
- Only those of legal age (19 or older) may be in possession of alcoholic beverages
- While at Chippewa Park Campground, open liquor is only permitted on a campsite with a valid registration and is prohibited in all public areas including trails, beaches and waterways.
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| Damages |
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If a campsite is damaged, a report is completed and forwarded to the Supervisor and the Facility Booking Coordinator. The parties involved will be notified by the Supervisor and/or Facility Booking Coordinator and they will be charged for the damages accordingly.
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| Pets |
- Dogs and cats are allowed at both Chippewa Park Campground and Trowbridge Campground; however, pets must be controlled by their owners, and must not disturb other campers. If a pet is too vocal, the camper will be asked to find other accommodations.
- Aggressive dogs are a hazard to other campers; owners of such pets will be asked to leave the campground.
- All pets must be kept on leashes no longer than six feet when outside their owners' vehicles, sites or cabins. Please do not leave a tethered dog unattended.
- Pet owners must ensure that their pets not to make excessive noise or disturb others. Excessive noise from a barking dog which disturbs fellow campers will be considered a violation and a warning issued. If multiple warnings are issued, the camper must leave the campsite and will not be issued a refund for any unused days.
- Pets may not be left alone on campsites. This will be considered a violation and a warning issued. If multiple warnings are issued, the camper must leave the campsite and will not be issued a refund for any unused days.
- Pets are not permitted to cause injury, including damaging the parks natural setting.
- Pet owners are required to properly dispose of pet waste. Pet owners can be a charged a fee if failing to pick up after their pets.
- Pet food should be stored safely, so that it does not attract unwanted wildlife
- Pets are not allowed to enter the washroom/shower facilities
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