Guided by historian Rich Prince

Camp X FRCHollywood StarSpy Tours

Walk into the stories of Canada’s secret Second World War spy school — on the ground where it happened.

  • DurationAbout 90 min
  • Price$30 CAD
  • Meeting pointIntrepid Park
  • FormatGuided walk
Camp X memorialRich Prince at the Camp X memorial with a poppy

The experience

Stand where the secret war was fought

From 1941, Camp X — Special Training School No. 103 — trained Allied agents in sabotage, silent combat, codes and covert operations, and housed Hydra, the radio station that carried coded traffic across the Atlantic. The buildings are gone. The story is still on the ground at Intrepid Park.

Rich Prince brings it back: the people, the training, the signals and the legacy of Sir William Stephenson — with stories you won’t find on a plaque.

Then & now

Where your tour happens

No buildings remain. The story does.

The huts, the wire and the Hydra radio station are gone — but standing on these grounds with Rich Prince, you’ll see exactly where they stood and what happened inside them.

Your guide on the grounds
Your guide on the groundsRich Prince at the Camp X memorial
Then
ThenCamp X on the shore of Lake Ontario
Now
NowThe memorial at Intrepid Park, Whitby
Then
ThenInside the Hydra communications room
Now
NowVisitors at the memorial

The route

What you’ll discover

  1. Stop 01

    The Camp X memorial

    Meet your guide at the cairn honouring the men and women of British Security Coordination.

  2. Stop 02

    Special Training School 103

    How agents were recruited, trained and sent behind enemy lines — and how few returned.

  3. Stop 03

    Hydra and the signals war

    The secret wireless station that linked North America with Britain, one five-letter code group at a time.

  4. Stop 04

    The Lake Ontario shore

    The landscape that hid Camp X — and the stories it still holds.

Route and timing can change with weather and group size.

On the ground

See the tour in action

Riding the tank on a Camp X tour
Ride the tankOn tour
On the groundsCamp X tour
With your guideCamp X tour
Living historyCamp X tour

Your ticket includes

The full briefing

  • Guided walking tour with Rich Prince
  • The story of Camp X, STS 103 and Hydra
  • Stops at the memorial and historic grounds
  • Time for questions and photos
Book your tour – $30 CAD

Add-on services

Make a trip of it

  • Travel advice for visitors to Durham Region
  • Help with hotel suggestions and bookings
  • Photo and video coverage of your visit
  • Group, school and private tours
Ask about add-ons

Meeting point

Intrepid Park

On the Lake Ontario shoreline at the Whitby–Oshawa border, 2008 Boundary Road. Meet your guide at the Camp X memorial; parking is across the street. The ground is uneven, so wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Your exact meeting time is confirmed by email after booking.

Remembrance Day ceremony at Intrepid Park

Remembrance Day · Intrepid Park

Lest we forget

The ground you walk on this tour is where Camp X trained its agents. Every visit honours the men and women who served.

Before you go

Good to know

How do I choose my tour date?

After you buy a ticket, we email you to confirm a date and time that suits you. You can also call or text (289) 980-3817.

Is the tour suitable for kids?

Yes, it is family-friendly. The ground is uneven, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

What if the weather is bad?

Tours run in most weather. If conditions are unsafe, we reschedule your tour.

Can I book a private or group tour?

Yes — school groups, private tours and corporate outings. Contact us with your date and group size.

Do members get a discount?

Yes. Members save 10–20% on selected tour tickets depending on their level.

Ready to uncover the secrets of Camp X?