Grand Rapids Wilderness Adventures

Fort Mc Murray, Division No. 16, Alberta · 1000 acres

Hosted by Darcy Z.

Cabin

· 10 guests max

All Inclusive! 4 day 3 night wilderness adventures $1800.00 per person (plus tax) Experience one of Western Canada's most unique, exciting, and exclusive wilderness adventures available. Each one of our trips allows our guests to take in amazing history, travel through miles of pristine untouched wilderness, and view incredible wildlife, amazing scenery, and natural wonders. Each adventure begins with a journey of more than 200 km down the historic Athabasca River, to reach the Grand Rapids Wildland Provincial Park and home to one of Alberta's most secluded and private backcountry lodges. The park takes its name from the Historic Grand Rapids, located just a few miles down river of our lodge. This unique set of remote and awe inspiring Class VI rapids are unlike any you will find elsewhere on the planet. It's a one of a kind wilderness paradise, steeped in history, filled with natural wonders, and rugged beauty. It's a place where few people tread, in the very heart of the Great Northern Boreal Forest.All trips are of a minimum 4 days and 3 nights. 2 to 3 adults guest = $1800.00 (per person plus tax), 4 to 6 adult guest = $1600.00 (per person plus Tax) All trips include: 3 nights Log cabin accommodations, all meals from launch to landing, All River transportation by boat, to and from the lodge. Interpretive historical tour, fishing outings, wildlife viewing, canoe paddle/float outing. wilderness adventures and much more. Located on an isolated stretch of the historic Athabasca River, hand built log cabins await your stay. Our larger cabin sleeps up to 7 people comfortably and our 2 smaller cabins sleep 3 to 4 people. The class VI Grand Rapids are located just a short boat ride downstream or helicopter sightseeing flights can also be included in your trip, extra fees apply.

What to expect

Cabin

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

10 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, communal, wood burning fireplace

Toilet available

Pit toilet

No pets

In some instances pets may be allowed, however no pets will be allowed with out written consent from the property owners.

Potable water available

Bottled water or jugs

Showers available

Hot water

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin

Cooking equipment present

Grill over firepit, bbq, communal, private, oven, stovetop or hot plate, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils, sink or other dishwashing station

Picnic table present

Wifi available

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 10:00 AM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 3 nights

Accepts bookings: 3 months out

Short walk

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

2WD accessible

Transportation is provided to site via river travel in a Jet Boat, or by air or paddling only. No vehicle access at any time.

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Helicopter sightseeing tours! experience

CA$2.00

Pricing is based on double occupancy, Huge savings on groups of 4 or more. Guests can now spend part of a day experiencing an exciting helicopter flight, and an unforgettable sightseeing tour, with a set-down and guided hike at the heart of the Grand Rapids. Feel the thunder of the Grand Rapids as you walk among some of the world's largest concretions that created these spectacular Class VI rapids. These massive boulders litter the river valley here by the thousands. The site is home to spectacular scenery, big whitewater, and some of the world's most perfect examples of spheroid boulders, not found anywhere else in Canada. Some of these massive natural wonders are mind boggling and measure over 3 meters in height. Many large pieces of Alberta's official gemstone (petrified wood) are also in abundance at this location. The tour also allows you a bird's eye view of historically significant sites. The Grand Island was once the home of the most prolific narrow gauge railway ever built. The push cart railway was built in 1889 by the Hudson's Bay Company to move freight around these forbidding rapids. At its peak, it was moving over 200,000 tons of freight per season and was key in the building and expansion of Canada's North, and helped build our great nation!