Looking to try a different style of camping at Quetico Provincial Park?
Perhaps you’re craving a step up from tent camping or longing to try an entirely different style of Ontario Parks’ roofed accommodation units.
Well then, let us introduce you to Quetico’s camping pods and let the glamping begin!
What is a camping pod?
Camping pods are typically wooden structures shaped like traditional tents, caravans, or lodges. The custom made Quetico pods reflect a caravan or den-like appearance and are made in Ontario, supporting Ontario wood manufacturers.
In addition to the park’s other roofed accommodation options (the Log Cabin, Ojibwa Cabin, and Artist Cabin/Winter Retreat), Quetico now offers these two camping pods located in the Chippewa Campground inside the larger Dawson Trail Campground off Highway 11.
These campsites are now reservable as Camping Pods 1 & 2 year-round.
Quetico’s pods offer park visitors the option of camping indoors with some added comforts that will provide you and your friends or family with a whole different type of camping experience.
And right now, these are one of a kind buildings in the Ontario Parks roofed accommodation network.
Okay, two of a kind.
What’s included with my rental?
Each camping pod’s interior includes a queen over queen bunk bed, table, bench, electric power (lights and outlets), electric baseboard heat, a rear window, and lockable glass front door with curtain.
Outside you’ll enjoy relaxing on the covered wooden porch (bring your camp chairs), preparing your meal at the barbecue, dining at your picnic table, and cozying up to your campfire pit.
Each pod can sleep up to four people and parking for one vehicle is included in your rental fee.
What should I bring?
In addition to your regular camping gear, be sure to pack food, drinking water (in off season), a camp stove, utensils, dishes, pots and pans, blankets, linens, and pillows.
Although the camping pods do not have running water or washroom facilities, an outhouse toilet is conveniently located nearby and shower facilities at comfort stations are available throughout summer months.
Want to stay warm and cozy around your outdoor campfire?
In the off season when the campground’s park office is closed, please arrange your firewood purchase prior to your stay by calling the park information line at least 72 hours in advance of your arrival at (807) 597-2735 (Monday – Friday).
Note: there is a two night minimum stay and a three night minimum stay on long weekends.
Smoking and open flames are not allowed inside the pods. Pets are not permitted.
What should I do during my stay?
There are lots of park activity options available during your pod stay, regardless of the season.
Remember to bring the appropriate gear to participate in your chosen fun or check out the parks’ summer equipment rental options.
Give these activities a try:
- cross country skiing — explore 15 km of groomed trails
- snowshoeing
- fishing/ice fishing – borrow from TackleShare in the summer
- canoeing
- kayaking – summer rentals are available. Don’t forget to borrow a PFD!
- hiking – 35 km of trails are available
- swimming – all terrain wheelchair available to borrow
- Discovery programs in July and August
- nature viewing and photography
- visit the Dawson Trail Heritage Pavilion Visitor Centre including the John B. Ridley Research Library and Park Store – open from May to mid-October
Planning a winter visit? Here’s 10 ways to enjoy winter at Quetico.
Visitors can also enjoy dark sky viewing opportunities in this designated International Dark Sky Park year-round!
How do I reserve?
Reservations can be made online or by phone at 1-888-ONT-PARK (1-888-668-7275) up to five months in advance of your arrival date.
For questions about Quetico’s camping pods, rustic cabins, or general questions about Quetico, please call the park’s trip planning phone line at (807) 597-2735.
Plan your camping pod getaway today!
Why not try something new? Book a stay with family or friends in one of Quetico’s camping pods this season!
We think you’ll have a podtastic time!
Quetico Provincial Park is located 1.5 hours west of Thunder Bay on Highway 11.
