Camping and Cabins in Gatineau Park — Summer

Photo of campers sitting at picnic table by the shore of Taylor Lake, with tent
Campsite at Taylor Lake
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Extend your adventures in Gatineau Park by staying overnight! We have three campgrounds, located at Philippe Lake, Taylor Lake and La Pêche Lake. Do you prefer to camp with a bed, roof and amenities? Reserve one of the Gatineau Park cabins, yurts or four-season tents!

The summer season for camping and cabins is from mid-May to mid-October. We also offer winter camping and cabins.

You can also spend the night at the Wakefield Mill, a beautiful inn within Gatineau Park.

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Reservations

Reservations are required and are made on a first come, first served basis. The reservation period for summer cabins, yurts and four-season tents begins at 9 am on February 15 each year.

Make your reservations through Services récréatifs Demsis, inc.:

Online:

reservations.gatineaupark.ca

By telephone:

819-827-2020 or 1-866-456-3016 (toll-free)
613-239-5090 (TTY) or 1-866-661-3530 (TTY toll-free)

In person:

Gatineau Park Visitor Centre
33 Scott Road
Old Chelsea QC  J9B 1R5

Please note that alcohol and pets are not permitted at NCC campsites, cabins, yurts and four-season tents.

Camping

Pitch a tent and discover nature in the heart of Gatineau Park. Have an active outdoor holiday with hiking, cycling, boating and swimming while learning more about the Park’s wildlife, plants and trees. Or simply relax while listening to the restful sounds of the great outdoors. Gatineau Park offers a range of camping options, including canoe camping at La Pêche Lake.

  • Philippe Lake — 253 campsites (family and group camping)
  • Taylor Lake — 31 campsites (semi-wilderness family camping)
  • La Pêche Lake — 32 campsites spread out over 12 locations (canoe-camping)

Cost

Campsites cost $39 per night.

Group campsites are available at Philippe Lake ($255 per site or $130 for non-profit organizations).

Reservations are required. A fee of $9.50 applies to each reservation and modification.

Facilities
Washrooms There are shower and washroom facilities at the Philippe Lake campgrounds. There are outhouses at the La Pêche Lake campgrounds and in some of the Taylor Lake camp areas.
Parking Parking is available. Campers are refunded for any vehicle access fees at the camping registration office.
Universal Accessibility Philippe Lake has universally accessible campsites.
Pets Dogs and pets are not allowed at the campsites.

Cabins, Yurts and Four-Season Tents

Are you a nature enthusiast who prefers a little more comfort? Reserve a cabin, yurt or four-season tent for your stay in Gatineau Park!

There are one cabin, three yurts and four four-season tents available during the summer. Each type has beds and a source of heat; the differences are primarily related to their structures.

Cabin: Wooden building.

Yurt: Cone-shaped shelter that is set on a wooden platform.

Four-Season Tent: Rectangular tent-shaped shelter set on a wooden platform.

Reservations are required. A fee of $9.50 applies to each reservation and modification.

Taxes are included in the prices listed for each cabin, yurt and four-season tent.

Brown Lake Cabin

Brown Lake Cabin is in the north-eastern part of Gatineau Park, one of the most peaceful spots in the Park.

Brown Lake Cabin Details
Cost $255 per night.
Accommodates 17 people
Cabin Features

Bunk beds, refrigerator, stove, electric heat and a wood stove.

Note: You must bring your own water. There is no nearby source of drinking water.
Washrooms There is an outhouse.
Parking You can park in the P17 parking lot, which is 2.5 kilometres from the cabin.
Universal Accessibility The cabin is universally accessible but the trail access is difficult.
Pets Dogs and pets are not allowed in the cabin.

Wanakiwin Yurt

The Wakakiwin Yurt offers the comforts of a cabin in the heart of the Philippe Lake campgrounds.

Wanakiwin Yurt Details
Cost $150 per night.
Accommodates 4 people
Cabin Features

Bunk beds, refrigerator, double burner propane stove, wood stove.

Note: The closest source of drinking water is 500 metres from the site.
Washrooms There is an outhouse. Shower and washroom facilities are available nearby.
Parking Parking is available on site.
Universal Accessibility Wanakiwin Yurt is universally accessible.
Pets Dogs and pets are not allowed in the yurt.

Taylor Lake and Ohomisi Yurts

The Taylor Lake and Ohomisi yurts are located on the shore of Taylor Lake.

Taylor Lake and Ohomisi Yurt Details
Cost $150 per night.
Accommodates 4 people
Cabin Features

Bunk beds, refrigerator, double burner propane stove, wood stove.

Note: You must bring your own water. There is no nearby source of drinking water.
Washrooms There is an outhouse, but not on the site itself.
Parking Parking is available on site.
Pets Dogs and pets are not allowed in the yurt.

Four-Season Tents — Philippe Lake

There are four new shelters at the Philippe Lake campground! Be among the first to stay in the four-season tents that are located at campsites 256, 257, 258 and 274.

Four-Season Tent Details
Cost $125 per night.
Accommodates 4 people
Cabin Features

One bunk bed with two double mattresses, a refrigerator, a double-burner propane stove and a wood stove.

Note: The closest source of drinking water is 500 metres from the site.
Washrooms There is an outhouse. Shower and washroom facilities are located nearby.
Parking Parking is available on site.
Pets Dogs and pets are not allowed in the four-season tents.

Rentals

You can rent canoes and other small boats at Philippe Lake and La Pêche Lake.

You can rent mountain bikes and bike-trailers at the Philippe Lake campground general store. Rentals include helmets.

Emergency Assistance

In case of emergency, call 613-239-5353 or go to one of the Park shelters. Each shelter (except Shilly Shally) has an emergency radio communication system. Park shelters are marked by signs on the trails and are also marked on the Summer Trails map.

For more information see Gatineau Park's visitor information.