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Winter Sleepovers
Have you ever dreamed of an experience of nature so profound that the silence of the forest penetrates to the very depths of your being? Skiers and snowshoers can extend their stay by spending the night in one of the Park’s shelters located in the heart of the forest. Don't forget your sleeping bag and cooking gear!Description of Cabins
| Description | Accommodates | Includes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Lake Cabin |
Nestled in the northeastern sector of Gatineau Park, in one of the most peaceful spots of all. |
17 |
Bunk beds, refrigerator, stove, electric heat and a wood stove |
| The Pines Cabin |
Former day shelter now provides overnight accommodations |
6 |
Bunk beds and a wood stove |
| Philippe Cabin | Former day shelter now provides overnight accommodations Located 3 km from P19 |
10 |
Bunk beds and a wood stove |
| Lusk Lake Cabin |
This recently built shelter is a shelter for skiers by day. From 4 pm to 10 am, it can be used exclusively by overnight permit holders. |
6 |
Bunk beds and a wood stove |
|
|
This shelter offers all the comforts of a cabin. Located 3.5 km from P19 |
6
|
Bunk beds and a wood stove |
| Taylor Lake Yurt | This innovatively designed shelter provides all the comforts of a chalet. Located 6 km from P19 |
6 |
Bunk beds and a wood stove |
| Richard Lake Yurt |
The feeling of distance and solitude is strongest at the Richard Lake Yurt. To heighten this effect and to add to your enjoyment, parts of the trails (7 km) leading to the cabin are left in their natural state. |
6 |
Bunk beds and a wood stove but no drinking water |
In Case of Emergency
In case of emergency, call 613-239-5353 or go to one of the Park shelters (excluding the Shilly Shally shelter). Each shelter is equipped with an emergency radio communication system.
Drinking Water
Visitors will need to bring their own drinking water, as there is no source of drinking water near the Brown, Pines, Philippe and Lusk Lake cabins, the Wanakiwin, Taylor Lake and Richard Lake yurts, or near winter campsites.
Rates and Reservations
Reservations are required. Reservation opportunities will be offered through random draw. Entry forms will be accepted from October 24 at 9 am to November 22 at 5 pm.
| Season pass holders | Without season pass | |
|---|---|---|
| Weekends (Friday and Saturday) and holidays (December 24, 25 and 31, and January 1) and from March 3 to 14 and holidays |
$25.00 per night | $30.00 per night (includes daily pass) |
| Weekdays (Sunday through Thursday) | $20.00 per night | $25.00 per night |
Children 12 and under: $12.00 on weekdays; $15.00 on weekends.
Reservation and modification fees are of $7.50.
*Domestic animals are not permitted in shelters, cabins or yurts.
Information
819-827-2020 or 1 800 465-1867
Order the Sleep Tight in Gatineau Park Brochure
You can order it by phone at the Gatineau Park Visitor Centre at
Related Links
- Documents
- Overnight Stays in Gatineau Park Facilities : Information for Users (pdf – 18 Kb)
- Entry Form - Draw for Opportunities to Reserve the Brown Lake, the Pines and Philippe Cabins and the Taylor Lake and Richard Lake Yurts (pdf - 47 Kb)
- Entry Form - Draw for Opportunities to Reserve the Lusk Lake Cabin (pdf - 46 Kb)
- Sleep Tight in Gatineau Park (pdf - 274Kb)