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Campground closed due to bear activity

The campground at Bruce Peninsula National Park has been closed over the weekend due to increased bear activity.

Parks Canada said the Cyprus Lake Campground is closed now through September 3, after several encounters with black bears were reported.

Day use areas at the park remain open at this time.

More tips on how to prevent bears can be found here.

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