15 acres hosted by Stephanie A.
1 tent site
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Off-leash friendly
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Welcome to Big Yellow Birch Camping!
Located 3 hours north of Toronto, Big Yellow Birch Camping is situated on a peninsula surrounded by clean, clear Eagle Lake.
Pitch your tent on our raised tent platforms, nestled amongst the pine trees overlooking beautiful Eagle Lake. Swim or canoe from the shallow, sandy waterfront in a quiet, pristine bay. Nap in a hammock. Relax in the wood-fired sauna. Then, round out a perfect day in nature with friends by a campfire under the starry sky.
The whole campsite is reserved only for your group, no one else.
It’s wild but not isolated. It’s not glamping; just honest, traditional tent camping.
If you are feeling adventurous, explore the backwoods following markers guiding you on a 3 km hike (medium intensity). For a day trip, head across the lake to Mikisew Provincial Park or hike along the “Forgotten Trails” which wind through nearby Algonquin Park.
Need a break from nature, or at least a pizza? Down the road about 5 minutes is the Eagle Lake Country Store. They sell ice cream, snacks, burgers, fries, ice wood, boat rentals, gas and miscellanea. A further 10 minutes away in the nearby towns of South River and Sundridge, you’ll find grocery and bulk food stores, a pharmacy, restaurants, LCBO/ Beer store as well as a local craft brewery. ~~~~~ ~~Exclusively for you and your group; no one else ~~~~~~~
Welcome to Big Yellow Birch Camping! Come pitch your tent on our raised tent platforms, nestled amongst the pine trees overlooking beautiful Eagle Lake. Swim or canoe from the shallow, sandy waterfront in a quiet, pristine bay. Nap in a hammock. Relax in the wood-fired sauna. Then, round out a perfect day in nature with friends by a campfire under the starry sky.
The whole campsite is reserved only for your group, no one else.
It’s wild but not isolated. It’s not glamping; just honest, traditional tent camping.
THE SPACE:
12 people, 4 tent platforms (12 x 12 each) 1 sauna, 2 outhouses
It's back to basics at Big Yellow Birch Camping. You’ll find your inner Scout on this untouched point of land that has all the basic amenities for a really great camp stay.
Only ~ONE ~ booking accepted at a time; you'll have the whole camp to yourself. Unwind and revel in the peace and quiet enjoying time with your friends and family.
Located 3 hours north of Toronto, Big Yellow Birch Camping is situated on a peninsula surrounded by clean, clear Eagle Lake.
Down a driveway, away from the main road, the parking area is conveniently located at the base of the camp. There are handy carts to load your gear and make your way to one of 4 tent platforms, located about 650 ft from the parking lot, about a 3 minute walk down forest trails.
The whole site is in a deciduous forest with conifers along the shore. There is a slight clearing at the camp center.
Each tent site has a terrific view of the lake, and comes with a large storage container for overflow stuff. Hammocks swing from the trees nearby. On the tip of the point, handmade wooden lounge chairs sit together on the smooth rocks so you can sit and toast the sunset.
At the heart of the point, beside the large campfire ring, is the dining area. Here you’ll find 4 sets of tables and benches located under waterproof tarps strung between the trees to keep off the rain. In the kitchen area, there are quartermasters for your pots and pans, 4 propane cookers and a propane BBQ. There is a tap of cold creek water (not potable, rainfall dependent) for washing up. New, spacious outhouses are down the way.
Back past the campfire, a short walk away, you’ll find the wood-fired sauna overlooking the sandy waterfront. Relax together on the 24 ft floating dock or in the heat of the sauna. Got more energy? Launch a kayak, canoes or stand-up paddleboards, for a tour on the water.
If you are feeling adventurous, explore the backwoods following markers guiding you on a 3 km hike (medium intensity). For a day trip, head across the lake to Mikisew Provincial Park or hike along the “Forgotten Trails” which wind through nearby Algonquin Park.
Need a break from nature, or at least a pizza? Down the road about 5 minutes is the Eagle Lake Country Store. They sell ice cream, snacks, burgers, fries, ice wood, boat rentals, gas and miscellanea. A further 10 minutes away in the nearby towns of South River and Sundridge, you’ll find grocery and bulk food stores, a pharmacy, restaurants, LCBO/ Beer store as well as a local craft brewery.
Guests are expected to follow check-out instructions at this campsite and leave things litter-free and organized as they found it. All garbage must be left secure in the garbage shed by the parking lot. A fee of $40 will be applied for garbage left as either litter or in garbage cans around the site.
Guests are asked to read the House Rules at the bottom of this page before booking and be sure to let us know if you have any questions.
GUEST ACCESS
The whole campsite and parking area onsite for 6 vehicles.
GENERAL
No electricity
No WIFI. There is good cell service, however. But please check with your specific provider to be certain.
No drinking water. You must bring your own.
No showers. Like at provincial parks, guests are asked to not bath/wash in the lake, even with biodegradable soap, as it changes the lake chemistry. Biodegradable soap is meant to degrade in soil.
No flush toilets; outhouses instead
No kitchen range, no refrigerator
No tents provided
There are plenty of insects, mosquitoes and/or blackflies, depending on the season
There is wildlife
The paths around camp can be uneven in places and rocky in others
The 3km walking path is muddy in areas, uneven in others
The tent platforms are located along the point of land surrounded by the lake. In some places, there is a steep incline down to the water not far from the platforms.
PROVIDED:
4 Propane burners with filled propane tanks
1 Propane BBQ with filled propane tank
4 quartermasters. These are counters for food preparation and dishwashing. Below, they have cupboards with storage space for your kitchen supplies
Dishwashing station with dish drying rack
Eating Area Seating 12 at 4 tables and benches under waterproof tarps
Outhouses (2)
Muskoka chairs (12)
Fire pit, starter firewood, roasting sticks and birch log seating
Sauna, wood-fired. Heating temperature & time are variable and can be weather dependent. Ask us for more info before booking. Sauna is for people 16 years and older. Ask your doctor before using.
2 fire extinguishers- one at central campfire, one at the sauna
First aid kit
Sandy, shallow entry waterfront
A few lifejackets, various sizes. To be certain everyone has one, and that it is a good, safe fit, please bring your own lifejackets.
Canoe (2)
Standup Paddleboard (2)
Kayak
Cornhole
Hammock (5)
Parking (6 cars)
Neighbours
* Please note that the dock is in the water from the start of June to September and the canoes are available until mid of October. Please contact us to confirm the exact dates before booking.
ALSO PROVIDED:
Dish soap
Toilet paper
Garbage bags
Broom
WHAT TO BRING:
Tents and bedding. Check the weather before you come. It can be quite a bit cooler than in the city.
Food and Cooking supplies (pots, pans, utensils, plates)
Drinking water
Coolers for your food
Folding camp chairs
Dish/ tea towels
Towels
Mosquito/ bug repellant
Flashlights
Rain gear
Children's beach toys
Fishing gear
