About WhiteTail Ridge
WhiteTail Ridge is an intimate Hot Tenting experience that is nestled amidst the pines in the Ontario Lanark Highlands. We offer an exceptional and unique primitive glamping experience for all seasons. Our camp is located 10 minutes outside of Lanark Village in Ontario, and is the perfect place for a much needed get-away from the city or just to disconnect and settle into the calm and peacefulness of nature. It's also a great stop-over for those that motorcycle or cycle the Highlands. We are on the edge of it and so much more to explore!
Experience and take in the beauty and tranquility of a pristine winter wonderland, nature at its most quiet and peaceful or summer camping in the wilderness is a delightful experience that awakens the senses and rejuvenates the sprit. Get cozy in the tent with the warmth of a wood stove and listen to the crackling sound of the wood logs burning while feeling relaxed and comfortable especially on a cold brisk day.
In the evenings, enjoy the warmth of a campfire while enjoying the natural beauty of the stars when looking up through the canopy above. When the moon is hidden and the sky is clear, you can even see the Milky Way. Absolutely Stunning!
There is a firepit to cook over or use the Pit Boss propane griddle in the cook shack. The cook shack isn't insulated, but it is out of the elements and has dishes, pots and pans, and other basic food-prep type equipment for your use. And an area to eat.
And of course, let's not forget, an outhouse!
The Space/Amenities
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There is no electricity at the campsite, nor running water, nor wifi
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There is no parking at the site and the campsite is situated about a 1/2 km from the parking lot. If needed and scheduled ahead of time, we would happy to bring your gear to the site so that you can walk-in not carrying stuff so you can appreciate the beautiful views.
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A comfortable queen size sleigh bed in Hot Tent and sitting area. The tent will be warmed ahead of your arrival and the bed warmed by hot water bottles (which you have use of for the remainder of the stay and a great way to keep your feet warm)
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Wood stove – firewood is supplied
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Bed linen and blankets are included
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Wash basin and towels are included for sponge/cloth bathing
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Board games and cards
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3 fully charged lamps
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A screen/shuttered cook shack with a sitting area
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Propane griddle and cooking space
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A cooler to store your foods
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Non potable water will be provided for washing and cleaning dishes
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4 fully charged lanterns in the cook shack
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Firepit – wood is supplied
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Outhouse down a pathway
Services
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Wood for woodstove and firepit included
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Complimentary Tea and Coffee
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If scheduled ahead of your visit, we will be able to help bring up your gear to the campsite, so that you can enjoy the beautiful hike to the camp
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Bicycle rentals
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Snowshoe rentals
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The Camp Site
There are over 4 kms of trails of snowshoeing/hiking trails at the camp or plenty of other trails within 10 - 15 minutes around the area. The land is your typical Canadian Shield and is home to a variety of animals and plants. The elevation on the trails varies by 35m and passes through forest and ponds. You will see a variety of animals such as deer, porcupines, racoons, skunks, fox and birds of every kind, beaver, otters and muskrats. There are coyotes and even though they will leave you alone, you can hear them howling and sometimes it seems they are close enough to give you goosebumps. Check out our picture Gallery