Ontario Provincial Parks Have YURTS
WHAT IS A YURT?
When I began this research I had no idea what a YURT was and even though I call Ontario home I also had no idea that Ontario has 285 Provincial Parks – although 178 are non-operating without staff and services, 69 parks are rated for full service RECREATIONAL USE with campgrounds and many amenities .
Many parks also have YURTS so your non-RVing friends can join you. A YURT is a permanent canvas structure with beds, table, BBQ etc. but without water or bathroom facilities. Basically they are a cross between tent and a cabin.
Ontario Provincial Parks are extremely popular however in the past they were also over-run with numerous cancellations/no-shows. This meant many campsites stood vacant while those who wanted a space could not enjoy the park. As a result Ontario Provincial Parks now charge a $12.00 registration fee. Their cancellation charge is $9.00 plus 10-50% of the camping fee depending on the length and advance warning of the reservations. RVers can still take their chances hoping to find a site on a 'drive-up' basis, but these parks are exptremly popular during the summer months. Campsites generally only offer 30/15 amp electric only, however water taps and dump stations are close by.
Comprehensive details can be found at http://www.ontarioparks.com To reserve or ask questions from a real person (or to listen to recorded voice assistance) call 1888-ONT-PARKS (1-888-668-7275).
For Ontario Travel Tips reference festivals, seasonal info, great get-away ideas, border info, currency and more, dial 1800-ONTARIO or go to www.ontariotravel.net
In this Blog I’ll relay various camping info and other concerns for RVers travelling within Canada. Feel Free to leave any comments or questions below and I will respond soonest. Travel safe. P&J
Peggi McDonald is webhost of RVLiving.net, the author of RV Travel to Canada E-Book and - see RV Bookstore for details.
When I began this research I had no idea what a YURT was and even though I call Ontario home I also had no idea that Ontario has 285 Provincial Parks – although 178 are non-operating without staff and services, 69 parks are rated for full service RECREATIONAL USE with campgrounds and many amenities .
Many parks also have YURTS so your non-RVing friends can join you. A YURT is a permanent canvas structure with beds, table, BBQ etc. but without water or bathroom facilities. Basically they are a cross between tent and a cabin.
Ontario Provincial Parks are extremely popular however in the past they were also over-run with numerous cancellations/no-shows. This meant many campsites stood vacant while those who wanted a space could not enjoy the park. As a result Ontario Provincial Parks now charge a $12.00 registration fee. Their cancellation charge is $9.00 plus 10-50% of the camping fee depending on the length and advance warning of the reservations. RVers can still take their chances hoping to find a site on a 'drive-up' basis, but these parks are exptremly popular during the summer months. Campsites generally only offer 30/15 amp electric only, however water taps and dump stations are close by.
Comprehensive details can be found at http://www.ontarioparks.com To reserve or ask questions from a real person (or to listen to recorded voice assistance) call 1888-ONT-PARKS (1-888-668-7275).
For Ontario Travel Tips reference festivals, seasonal info, great get-away ideas, border info, currency and more, dial 1800-ONTARIO or go to www.ontariotravel.net
In this Blog I’ll relay various camping info and other concerns for RVers travelling within Canada. Feel Free to leave any comments or questions below and I will respond soonest. Travel safe. P&J
Peggi McDonald is webhost of RVLiving.net, the author of RV Travel to Canada E-Book and - see RV Bookstore for details.
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