Turtle Shells FAQ

  • Booking is really simple. Click here to head over to our booking page. Once on the booking page, you can pick your dates, choose which Turtle Shell you want to stay in and pay for your booking online.

    For Experiences, simply pick which experience you would like to do, check the available dates, and pay online.

    Please note: Bedding is not provided. Please bring your own queen sheet, pillows and blanket.

    If you have any issues or questions, please email us at hello@turtlevillage.ca.

  • 1. We are a smoke free property. Smoking/vaping is not allowed in the Turtle Shell. If you are found smoking, a penalty of $200 will be applied for additional cleaning and deodorizing of rooms.

    2. Check in time is for 3pm. Check out is 11am.

    3. There is NO cooking allowed in the Turtle Shell. Portable BBQs, Hibachis any cookware and/or small appliances are NOT allowed to be used inside. There are NO MICROWAVES OR TEA KETTLES in the Turtle Shells.

    4. All rates are based on double occupancy for insurance and permit reasons the maximum is strictly enforced. Any guest above maximum will be refused entry.

    5. (1) Tent per site is allowed at an extra cost (Total of (4) people per site)

    6. Absolutely no campers or trailers.

    7. Generators are prohibited in the Wasagaming Campground.

    8. Vehicles must be parked on your campsite. Parking on roadway is prohibited.

    9. For all reservations, cancellations made two weeks (14 days) prior to the check-in date will receive a full refund. Cancellations made after the 14-day period will be charged for a one-night stay. A $25 processing fee applies to all cancellations. No-shows or cancellations within a 24-hour period will be charged the full amount.

    10. For all reservations a payment in full is required at the time of booking.

    11. A charge of $25 will be added to your invoice if the key is not placed in lockbox at checkout.

    12. Absolutely no pets are allowed in the Turtle Shell. (Excluding Pet friendly unit #8) Pets found in the room will be charged an additional $200 cleaning fee. Service animals allowed with prior arrangements and appropriate documentation.

    13. If management suspects any of these policies have been violated, they are viable to enter your room at any given time.

    Tent Policy Preview

    We allow (1) tent per site, max of (5) guests total per site. Maximum (2) guests per Turtle shell.

    Visual wildlife attractants & scent wildlife attractants must be stored in a hard-sided trailer, vehicle or bear-proof storage locker.

    If wildlife attractants are left unattended at your campsite, Turtle Village staff, park staff and security staff have permission to enter your site and secure these items. Secured items will be stored at the campground kiosk until you retrieve them.

    The consumption of alcohol or cannabis is not permitted between 11:00 pm and 7:00 am daily.

    Generator use is prohibited in Wasagaming Campground.

    We should not be held responsible for any injury or personal loss that may occur during your stay at Turtle Village.

    Please enter your legal name as it appears on your passport.

  • We currently have 8 units available, all 7 units are the same except one of the units which is unit #4 it has two extra windows, as well as unit #8 is dog friendly!

  • Yes, we are!

  • The village is just a brisk 20 min walk to downtown Clear Lake, and a 3 min bike ride.

  • Yes we provide all season accommodations in the Wasagaming Campground.

  • If you require same day bookings, we can be reached at 204-402-0232 Give us a call!

  • Our accommodations require no check-in, we provide a lock box and provide an access code for self-check-in.

  • Check-In Is At 3PM

  • Not at this time, as our booking system is not setup for that, we accept visa credit.

  • Yes! Our Turtle Shell #8 is officially Dog-friendly, Welcome furry friends!

    Book now!

  • Our units are fully off-grid, they run off of a solar panel and battery that provide LED lighting and a 12-volt plug. The units are heated by a propane heater.

  • No, wifi is not provided.

  • Yes, have access to a few bars of service.

  • There are Parks Canada’s bathrooms within 20 meters of Turtle Village. Within the bathroom shelter, there are toilets, sinks, showers, and outlets.

  • No, but we encourage you to bring your portable cooking device to use outside, as the units are not permitted to cooking indoors.

  • Cooking may only be done outside your Turtle Shell or in cook shelters that are located within 20 meters of Turtle Village. All food should be stored inside vehicles and in wildlife-proof lockers.

  • Parks Canada will provide you with firewood. You do not need to bring your own.

    A firewood permit is required and is available for purchase through Parks Canada when you enter the park at their kiosk.

    For many people, an evening campfire is the best part of camping.

    Most Parks Canada campsites have fire pits or metal fireboxes for your campfire. You may only build a campfire in a designated fire pit when camping in a Parks Canada location.

    Always check if there’s a fire ban.

    Keep your fire small and under control. Never leave a fire unattended. Only use firewood provided by the park. In most national parks, it is illegal to collect and burn wood from the forest.

  • No, AC is provided, we have 2 windows in every unit to maximize air flow, these are off grid units without Air Conditioning.

  • Yes, we have a propane heater in each unit for your comfort, Keep cozy!

  • All units are in close proximity to the washroom facility.

  • Bedding, Cooking Supplies, Fridge, Stove, Microwave.

  • Bedding and pillow, Flashlight, lantern or headlamp Personal gear: clothing, accessories, toiletries and slippers or indoor shoes

    Personal safety items: whistle, first aid kit, sunscreen and bug repellant

    Cooking equipment—ask what's included when you make a reservation

    Food and drinks, reusable water bottles, etc.

    Entertainment items (i.e. binoculars, books, cards or sporting equipment, etc.)

    Other (matches or lighter, rope, etc.)

    Bathroom products, (shampoo/conditioner, towels, body wash, etc.)

  • Yes! The units are commercial grade insulated steel panels, which are pretty well indestructible.

  • Yes, mostly deer and birds, as well as squirrels.

  • Yes, we try to make a budget for influencers seasonally!

    Please send us a message if you are interested.

  • “Glamping” is a form of camping involving accommodation and facilities more luxurious than those associated with traditional camping.

    "glamping is likely to satisfy any city slicker seeking a little refuge in nature—without foregoing any of life's luxuries" and our Turtle Shells definitely accomplish that!

  • Book online, and enter the coupon code on the booking page.

Ice Fishing Huts FAQ

  • You will see all the available dates when you navigate to our booking page.

    A 24-hour notice is all that is needed to book.

  • 1. For all reservations the cancellation is two weeks (14 days) prior to the check in date. A $25 booking fee for any cancellation is charged. No shows or cancellations within a 24-hour period is responsible for paying in full.

    2. For all reservations a payment in full is required at the time of booking.

  • These are rules set by Parks Canada. NO OUTSIDE FISHING GEAR ALLOWED. All fishing gear is available for purchase at Friends of Riding Mountain pick up at 9am drop off at 4-pm ( Returns after 4pm must be dropped off at Lakehouse by 7pm) - see map.

  • Skates, Flashlight, lantern, or headlamp Personal gear: clothing, accessories, 

    Food and drinks, reusable water bottles, etc.

    Entertainment items (i.e. binoculars, books, cards, skates, etc.)

  • Bring your own pre-made meals and snacks. We have an option to add on to your experience with a bannock kit that you can make in your hot tent.

    No cooking is allowed in Hot Tents. For your experience we have an option to purchase a bannack making kit, we also permit hotdogs. BYOH (Bring Your own Hotdogs and fixings.) The Ice Fishing Village has an exclusive menu for your experience at Lakehouse.  Reference Map.

  • Ice fishing from a hot tent can be a great option for those who want to enjoy the winter season comfortably. Our hot tent provides a heated shelter, making it much more comfortable than being exposed to the elements. 

  • Hot Tents are for daytime use only. Hours are 9am-6pm for ice fishing. Over nights stays in the Ice Fishing Village is not permitted. However, you may book a Turtle Village for the full experience of winter glamping. Spend the night - book a turtle shell!

  • Hot Tents are proximity 10 min walk to the washroom facility located near the Parks Canada visitor Center.  See map.

  • Check-In Is At 9 am-6 pm

  • After you go to ‘Friends of Riding Mountain’ to pick up your equipment, guests access huts independently. There is a path provided off the shoreline to the Fishing Village

  • We currently have 4 units available, all 4 units are the same and are dog-friendly!

  • No, wifi is not provided.

    Yes, have access to a few bars of

  • Firewood is provided by Turtle Village and will be supplied. 

    Keep your fire small and under control. Never leave a fire unattended. Only use firewood provided in the Hot Tent.

  • We have x3 options for rentals (9am-1pm), (2pm-6pm) and (Full day rental 9am-6pm) $250.00 for half days, $400.00 full day.

  • Ice is monitored through Clear Lake Fishing Village we recommend staying on paths provided.

  • Walleye, Northern Pike,Yellow Perch, Whitefish, Lake Trout

  • Hot Tents provide room for x6 guests. All tents are (12x12)  144 sq feet .