Parks Canada Invites Visitors to Reserve their Campsites for 2018

Camping reservations for Riding Mountain National Park open Monday, January 15 at 8 a.m. CST

January 8, 2018                         Wasagaming, Manitoba                        Parks Canada Agency

Visitors planning a vacation in Riding Mountain National Parks can reserve campsites for the 2018 season as of 8:00 a.m. (Central Standard Time) on Monday, January 15, 2018. A camping vacation in Riding Mountain National Park is one of the most memorable ways to experience and enjoy the natural beauty of the sandy beaches, trails, and ecosystems of this special place.

Riding Mountain National Park's Wasagaming Campground is one of the largest in Manitoba with 360 serviced sites, including 85 pull-through, full service sites. The campground offers 30 oTENTiks, including four pet-friendly units (new for 2018) and five which are insulated for four‑season use and available year-round. Parks Canada continues to offer the Micro-Cube and Yurt camping options, which are perfect for those who do not have a tent but still want to enjoy nature.

Riding Mountain's backcountry sites and the rustic backcountry accommodation, Cairns Cabin, can now be reserved online though the reservation system. Group campsites such as Lake Audy, Ma Ma O Pe, and Camp Kippechewin are available by contacting the Park directly at 204-848-7275.

The Government of Canada is celebrating families with free admission to all Parks Canada’s places for youth 17 and under in 2018 and beyond. Parks Canada invites Canadian families and their children to experience the outdoors and learn more about our environment and heritage.

The 2018 Parks Canada Discovery Pass is now on sale and is a great value, providing access to these national treasures all year long. The Parks Canada Discovery Pass is the ideal way to discover nature and connect with Canada’s history. For information on purchasing the 2018 Parks Canada Discovery Pass, please visit the Parks Canada website.

Camping reservations can be made online at www.reservations.parkscanada.gc.ca or by phone at 1‑877‑RESERVE (1-877-737-3783). For more information on Riding Mountain National Park camping options, including oTENTik winter availability and first-come first-served sites, visit the Park's website or call 204‑848‑7275.

To make the most of your visit, we invite Canadians to plan their trip ahead of time. Please visit the Parks Canada website, download the Parks Canada mobile app, and follow us on social media.