Yurt Camping
New! For Yurt reservations between May 1st and October 23rd visit
www.pccamping.ca
or call 1-877-737-3783 (1-877-RESERVE) 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST Launch Date: April 10, 2012
For Yurt reservations between October 24th and April 30th or for information call 1-204-848-7275. Launch Date: October 1st, 2012
If you are calling from outside Canada and the USA, the international number is 1-450-505-8302.
For a unique, convenient, and comfortable camping experience at any time of year, try Yurt camping in Wasagaming Campground.
The Yurt is available year-round.
What is a Yurt?
The Yurt consists of a wood frame enveloped in canvas and equipped with windows and a solid door. The Yurt is constructed on a hard wood floor and is five metres (16 feet) in diameter. Our Yurt can accommodate up to 4 adults or a family of 5. The yurt is also accessible to those with mobility impairments.
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What is provided?
- Skylight, a heater, and solar lighting.
- In keeping with a camping experience, the Yurt is not equipped with lighting or electricity. A lantern is provided for use in the Yurt and you may use your own flashlights.
- Rustic log furniture inside includes a bunk bed, futon, table, four chairs, a coat rack, and an armoire.
- A washroom and shower building is located nearby
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Fee information
What to Bring?
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(This list is not exhaustive)
- Sleeping bags, blankets and pillows
- Food, drinks, and a water container
- Cooking equipment, dishes, eating utensils and a cooler
- Slippers or indoor shoes (for your comfort and to keep the yurt clean)
- Flashlights
- Matches or a lighter for lighting the outdoor firepit
- Appropriate cold weather/rain gear, depending on the season
Cooking
- For your safety, no food preparation, food or drink storage, eating, drinking, or cooking is allowed inside the Yurt.
- A picnic table, a firepit, water tap and a kitchen shelter are located just outside the yurt for your convenience.
- Firewood is available for purchase nearby.
- Please store all food and related items in your vehicle during your stay.
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What are people saying about the Yurt?
“We loved the Yurt! First-timers and would highly recommend it! Totally exceeded expectations. It’s “tenting” without completely roughing it.”
“Enjoyed our 1st stay in the Yurt! Loved RMNP and the town of Wasagaming. It was a great first camping experience for our girls, age 5 and 2! Thanks!”