Yurt

A symbol of an ancestral way of life brought up to date, the yurt is in the spotlight at the park! You’ll be charmed by this traditional dwelling of Central Asian nomads, which combines charm and rusticity.

Made of a round canvas tent and an insulated floor, the yurt has an abundance of windows, allowing you to admire the grandiose nature that surrounds you. Its rounded shape invites you to relax while the skylight allows you to observe the stars.

Virtual visit

Virtual visit

Visit the yurt

An up to date version of an ancient lifestyle emblem, the yurt is a popular option at Massif du Sud regional park. Combining charm and rusticity, this traditional nomad housing from Central Asia will charm you.

A round tent with an insulated floor, our yurt is equipped with windows to provide a lot of natural light and allow you to feel part of nature. Its round shape gives an intimate feeling to your evenings of stargazing through the skylight.

The Massif du Sud regional park’s yurt is furnished with a wood stove (wood included), four single bunk beds with mattresses, a kitchen counter, a gas stove with oven (propane tank included), cooking amenities for meal preparation and service  matériel nécessaire à la préparation et au service des repas, table and chairs. We provide drinking water for your needs* and there is also water access in front of the yurt, in the Milieu river. A dry toilet is located nearby and regular toilets and showers (free) are located in the visitor center.

*We provide 10 liters of water per night, all delivered on the first day of your stay.  Those needing more water for their stay can refill their container at the visitor center.

Occupancy: The yurt is designed for 4 people and can accommodate a maximum of 6 people without any additional fees. In that case, you must bring mattresses for the extra occupants.

Location

Located 3 km from the visitor center, where you must park your vehicle, the yurt is  is accessible only on foot. It is set by the Milieu river, on the D trail (see trail map). We provide a cart (summer) or a sled (winter) to carry your luggage from the parking lot to your accomodation.

Arrival after hours

If you arrive after hours, use the door at the back of the information center. In the grey box on your right as you enter, you will be able to retrieve the envelope with your name on it containing all the information and elements necessary for your stay.

Prices

ACCOMODATIONExclusive useAvailable during winterMattress, cooking amenities and drinking waterGas stoveDistance from a parking lot (summer)OccupancyDogs allowedRegular priceReduced priceAdditional person fee 
YurtYesYesYesYes2,5 km4 to 6Yes$ 139,00$ 119,00---Reserve online

See the complete price list for more information. A minimum of two (2) nights is required during the high season (weekends, holidays, Christmas and New Year period, spring break and construction holiday).

What to bring?

To make the best of your stay, we suggest you bring the following items:

  • Sleeping bags and pillows,
  • Food,
  • Headlamp or flashlight,
  • Tea towels.

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