Where to go glamping in Ontario
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Experience the starry skies, crackling campfires and splendid nature of a camping trip without compromising comfort or style. Stay in cozy and furnished domes, tents, yurts and cabins and enjoy forest bathing, cold plunges, hot tubs and barrel saunas.
Many glamping sites operate seasonally and are intimate in scale, so availability is limited; book a luxury glamping experience near you well in advance.
Here’s a list of some of the best glamping in Ontario.
Algonquin Park, Muskoka and Parry Sound
The Northridge Inn & Resort
Cottage country chic meets rustic Canadiana at this idyllic resort setting on Lake Bernard.
In addition to the lodge, cabins and vintage Airstream, opt to stay in luxury glamping tent suites that offer picturesque lakefront views, solar electricity, a private fire pit and complimentary bath and shower products.
Operates seasonally.
Location: 712 South Lake Bernard Road, Sundridge
Four Corners Algonquin
Perched on the edge of Algonquin Provincial Park, Four Corners Algonquin offers an array of nature-based experiences for guests of all ages.
Accommodations include prospector tents and tiny bunkies.
Operates seasonally.
Location: 29924 Highway 60, Whitney
Northern Edge Algonquin
Breathe in the fresh forest air while resting under soft, feather duvets in cozy wood and canvas accommodations at Northern Edge Algonquin, a nature retreat designed for transformative group experiences.
Operates seasonally.
Location: Kawawaymog Lake Algonquin Park, South River
Bartlett Lodge
One of very few lodges located within Algonquin Provincial Park, Bartlett offers various ways to stay, including platformed glamping tents furnished with king-sized beds, fine linens and battery-operated lamps.
Operates seasonally.
Location: Algonquin Provincial Park
Tipi Adventures
Check out these tipis that will sleep ten people comfortably!
Cots, dishes, pots, firewood and drinking water, are supplied but bring your own sleeping bags and food.
Operates seasonally.
Location: 1325 Beatrice Townline Road, Bracebridge
Muskoka Dome
Enjoy all the extra touches of a high-end boutique hotel, like heated floors and soft, luxurious bedding, while surrounded by nature.
Muskoka Dome features a kitchen, bathroom, sitting area and bedroom under an insulated geodesic dome, with panoramic views to the outside. Customize your stay with add-ons, including a fresh breakfast, charcuterie or oyster bar.
Operates year-round.
Location: 1010 Peterson Road, Bracebridge
Pit Stop 518
Stay in one of four family-friendly yurts in Almaguin Highlands, a short distance from two iconic Ontario parks: Algonquin and Arrowhead.
The yurts are furnished with bedding, dishes and cutlery, a coffee and tea station, a wood-burning stove and portable power stations. There’s also a fully licenced restaurant on-site.
Operates year-round.
Location: 1734 Highway 518 East, Kearney
Bruce, Grey and Simcoe
Glen Oro Farm
The ultimate eco-retreat awaits at Glen Oro Farm, an operational equestrian facility in the scenic hills and forests of Oro-Medonte, just north of Barrie.
Stay in luxury stargazer domes designed to provide the ultimate comfort and connection to nature. Watch the starry night sky above the roomy king-sized bed. Environmentally friendly en suite bathrooms and kitchenettes complete the glamping experience.
Book a guided horseback riding excursion and rejuvenate with a cold plunge and sauna.
Operates year-round.
Location: 2574 10 Line North, Hawkestone
Glamping at Wishing Well Sanctuary
Experience a peaceful glamping retreat for two, knowing your visit supports the care of rescued animals at this sanctuary.
This experience includes all your glamping essentials, including a comfortable queen-size bed, linen, dishware, a French press coffee maker, and access to a kayak or paddleboat to explore around the pond. Additional stylish lodging is available.
Operates seasonally.
Location: Markdale
Back Forty Camping
Back forty is slang for remote, secluded and undeveloped land on a property. In this case, it’s the ideal place for a nature escape.
Feel connected to the natural world while enjoying luxurious and cozy comforts in a warm geodesic glamping dome.
A glamping getaway at Back Forty is truly as magical as camping can be.
Operates year-round.
Location: 145166, Side Road 16, Meaford
York, Durham and Headwaters
Alabaster Acres
Located just outside of Caledon, Alabaster Acres offers visitors a taste of farm life plus the plush experience of luxury glamping.
Extra luxurious touches include twinkling lights at night, a Bluetooth speaker, a cozy fire pit and an antique claw foot open-air bath.
Sign up for gardening, handicraft or homesteading workshops.
Operates seasonally.
Location: 18692 Hurontario Street, Caledon
Birchwood Luxury Camping
Book a glamping getaway near Toronto. Nestled in a quiet forest on the small peninsula of Scugog Island in Lake Scugog, Birchwood offers two ultra-deluxe geodesic dome glamping sites.
Each heated dome features a sleeping, dining and living area, tasteful decor, floor-to-ceiling windows and a moonroof above the bed. Fresh towels and linens, a barbecue, firewood and free wi-fi are provided.
Operates year-round.
Location: Port Perry
Haliburton Highlands to the Ottawa Valley
The Woodzzz
Escape to this private geodome surrounded by mature forest, close to Eagle Lake and Silent Lake Provincial Park in Haliburton Highlands.
Panoramic windows and a starlight above will help you feel immersed in nature. The dome rests on a large wooden deck with a barbecue, an outside firepit and a cozy fireplace inside.
Note: Bedding and towels are not provided.
Operates year-round.
Location: Haliburton Highlands
Kawarthas and Northumberland
Glamping at Escape Maze
Experience riverside glamping and exciting games at Escape Maze in Peterborough.
Located near the Otonobee River, the 52 hectare farm is the place to admire beautiful sunsets and enjoy tactical laser tag, escape rooms and outdoor adventure trails.
Sleep comfortably in a large tent furnished with a queen-sized bed and prepare meals in the outdoor kitchen. Glamping packages include two escape games per night of your stay.
Operates seasonally.
Location: 156 Cedar Bank Road, Peterborough
Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat
Embrace nature in a terrycloth robe while enjoying boutique-quality comforts in the rolling hills of Northumberland County.
Designed to reflect Canada’s prospecting past, luxury tents are positioned throughout the property with private views of the spring-fed ponds and forest.
You’ll love the en suite washrooms with soaker tubs, mood lighting, luxurious linens and towels, and Muskoka chairs on the deck. Plus, there’s a saltwater pool, bar and lounge deck.
Operates seasonally.
Location: 141 Mercer Lane, Grafton
Southwestern Ontario
Long Point Eco Adventures
Overlooking Long Point Bay and neighbouring Long Point Biosphere, this property offers excitement from zip-lining and canopy tours to kayaking and mountain biking.
It’s also home to nature-based and wellness experiences such as hiking, stargazing and cold plunges.
Choose from wilderness suites and pods, each fitted with an indoor washroom, outdoor shower, hardwood floors and a private deck.
You can also opt for a hot buffet breakfast and an activities concierge.
Operates seasonally.
Location: 1730 Front Road, St. Williams
Homegrown Hideaway
Wake to freshly brewed coffee in a luxurious glamping accommodation near Lynn River and Lynn Valley Trail.
Private and surrounded by nature, the cozy glamping tents are made with all-Canadian materials, repurposed wood and outfitted with modern amenities to make you feel at home.
Operates seasonally.
Location: 524 St. John’s Road East, Port Dover
Lungovita Beach Retreat
Getaway for a glamping adventure in the heart of Essex County wine country on the coast of Lake Erie.
Luxury geodesic domes feature cozy beds, an indoor wood-burning fireplace, a lounge area, a drinkable water supply, heat, electricity and an outdoor fire pit.
Operates year-round.
Location: 225 County Road 50 East, Harrow
Texas Longhorn Guest Ranch
Cozy up in a glamping-style covered wagon with a queen bed, lovely linens and a covered porch at this adults-only ranch retreat.
Enjoy fresh coffee or tea before breakfast and hearty ranch-style meals. Chill out poolside and toast marshmallows over your private firepit.
Operates seasonally.
Location: 1745 Melwood Drive, Strathroy
Southeastern Ontario
Fronterra Farm Camp and Brewery
Combine deluxe comfort with simple farm life in Prince Edward County.
Pick your own fresh vegetables and dine under the stars before retiring to one of almost a dozen enchanting Canadiana log-framed prospector tents with en suite bathrooms, heated outdoor showers, big cozy beds, rustic wood floors and even a reading lounge area.
Operates seasonally.
Location: 240 County Road 27, Consecon
Soper Creek Wilderness Villas
Stay in a rustic, yurt-style bell tent or a modern, spacious geodome and reconnect with nature in luxury. Each “villa” is furnished with real beds, comfortable seating, lights, solar power and private firepits.
Soper Creek Wilderness Villas supports the rescue and rehabilitation efforts at Soper Creek Wildlife Rescue.
Operates seasonally.
Location: 6706 Gibbs Road, Bowmanville
Huron, Perth, Waterloo and Wellington
The Fieldstone Barn
Stay in one of four adult-focused, luxury safari tents with private decks located on a small flower farm within walking distance of the quaint village of Elora.
Operates seasonally.
Location: 7450 Middlebrook Road, Elora
Niagara Region
Riverside Oasis
Connect with nature on a sustainable yurt farm near Toronto.
Stay overnight in one of three charming Mongolian yurts with central rooftop windows, queen-sized beds with fresh linen, indoor dining and an outdoor patio. There’s also an outdoor cooking area where you can cook complimentary farm fresh eggs or the organic produce grown on the farm.
Farm tours are free with your stay. Meet and feed alpacas, goats, chickens and sheep, take peaceful walks along river trails and enjoy evening campfires.
Operates year-round.
Location: 6696 Canborough Road, Wellandport
Northeastern Ontario
WildExodus
You don’t have to rough it to experience Ontario’s wilderness.
See the boreal forest and legendary star-studded skies of Northern Ontario in style in one of six rustic chic prospector glamping tents with raised flooring, fine log furniture, a plush queen-sized bed, delicious local eats and room service.
Operates seasonally.
Location: Kenogamissi Lake, Wawaitin Falls, Timmins
Nature’s Harmony Eco-lodge
Embrace the beauty and adventure of nature at Nature’s Harmony, a four-season eco-resort near Mattawa.
Stay in an off-grid, traditional, hand-made Mongolian yurt that exudes coziness and comfort while also minimizing your ecological footprint. Yurts feature an indoor fireplace, cooking facilities, natural spring water and compost toilet. Bring your own bedding, food and towels.
Operates year-round.
Location: 574 Snake Creek Road, Mattawa
The Glamping Island
Escape to a stunning private island on Lake Temiskaming, just a short boat ride from the marina in Haileybury in Northeastern Ontario for a one-of-a-kind glamping experience.
Choose from one of six private waterfront glamping sites on the island. In addition to two traditional glamping tents, there are three cozy A-frame cabins and one tiny house. Each site has a bathroom, deck with chairs, hammock and fire pit, while shared facilities and amenities include a shower, kitchen, sauna, beach, canoes, kayaks and paddle boards.
Operates: seasonally
Location: Farr Island, Lake Temiskaming
Among The Trees
Experience luxury camping in the peaceful boreal forest of Birch Island near Manitoulin Island.
Choose from two cozy glamping domes that offer scenic forest views, skylights and modern home comforts. Book a fishing charter or boating tour and enjoy paddling and hiking. The glamping domes can be your home base to visit Manitoulin Island or Killarney Provincial Park.
Operates year-round.
Location: 131 McGregor Bay Road, Birch Island
Last updated: March 11, 2025