Elk Island National Park

Teepee Camping

Download PDF version of the Teepee Camping flyer (1.2 MB)

Beginning June 24th, enjoy an authentic Plains Cree Teepee camping experience in the Sandy Beach Campground!

Teepees sleep up to 6 people and sit on raised wooden platforms with comfortable cushioned surfaces. Each of the three Teepee campsites is equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. A rustic communal fire ring and seating is also available for
larger groups to enjoy.

Looking for a great group camping experience? Teepee camping can accommodate up to 18 people (6 people/teepee) in a treed private location, set apart from the rest of the campground. It’s a perfect place for a family reunion!

Book through the Parks Canada Camping Reservation Service at
1.877.RESERVE (1.877.737.3783)
or www.pccamping.ca.

Teepee rates are $55.00/night.

The campsite includes: 

  • Teepee on a raised platform 
  • Sleeping mats (for up to 6 people) 
  • Picnic table 
  • Private fire ring 
  • Use of a group area with fire ring and benches

NOTE: Public showers, washrooms, cook shelter and split firewood are
located nearby.

What you should bring: 

  • Sleeping bags, blankets and pillows 
  • Warm clothing, flashlight, rain gear, day pack, sturdy walking shoes and water bottle 
  • Food, drinks and a water container (Campground water is potable) 
  • Inside slippers or shoes 
  • An axe 
  • Matches or lighter to start fire

Important information:

  • Smoking is not permitted within the teepees 
  • For safety reasons, no cooking, storing or eating of food allowed inside the teepees 
  • Fires are not permitted in the teepees 
  • There are no electrical outlets on site

 


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