REGINA — As Canadians look for ways to protest the tariffs imposed by President Trump, many have already cancelled planned trips to the United States this year. While some exchange those trips for destinations in other countries, others choose to stay close to home and spend their travel budgets supporting local economies. The province’s provincial and regional parks are hoping that people will spend time exploring what they have to offer.
Saskatchewan Provincial Parks’ online reservations open at 7 a.m. CST on April 7 for seasonal campsites and from April 8 to 15 for nightly campsites, Camp-Easy yurts, group campsites, day use facilities and swimming lessons. Two Camp-Easy yurts have been added to Rowan’s Ravine Provincial Park. In addition, 63 seasonal sites have been added across Buffalo Pound, Candle Lake, Crooked Lake, Great Blue Heron, Makwa and Meadow Lake Provincial Parks.
Camp-Easy Yurts are an option for anyone looking for a different and convenient camping experience. They are round, hand-crafted structures with a raised wood floor for extra comfort and sleep up to six people. Almost everything needed to enjoy the camping experience is ready when campers arrive. Each Camp-Easy unit includes one queen bed, four cots, six camp chairs, a fire pit, picnic table, outside dining shelter, camp stove or barbeque with propane, roasting sticks, wash bin and an axe. The site may also include bunk beds, a fridge or a ceiling fan. Campers are encouraged to contact the park in advance for information on additional amenities, as they may differ between parks.
Camp-Easy yurts can be reserved for a minimum of one (1) night, on Sunday through Thursday, but a two (2) night minimum stay is required for Fridays and Saturdays. The Mongolian Yurt must be reserved for a minimum of two (2) nights.
Saskatchewan’s only Mongolian Yurt is located at Anglin Lake in the Great Blue Heron Provincial Park. The yurt comes equipped with many essentials so guests can relax and recharge without having to set up a tent or trailer. The yurt sits on a large deck and is furnished with a queen-sized bed and two double-sized futons. Also inside the yurt is a table with chairs, a small fridge, an electrical outlet, an electric heater and battery-powered lamps.
Camp-Easy Yurts are available at Blackstrap, Buffalo Pound, Crooked Lake, Douglas, Duck Mountain, Echo Valley, Good Spirit, Great Blue Heron, Greenwater Lake, Meadow Lake, Narrow Hills, Pike Lake, and Rowan’s Ravine Provincial Parks.
The Camp-Easy program was piloted in 2018 in three provincial parks and expanded for the 2019 camping season to eight parks. Camp-Easy is a fully equipped camping experience. Each Camp-Easy site has a structure equipped with six sleeping cots, a camp stove and propane tank, lanterns, wash bins, camp chairs and roasting sticks. All users need to bring is food, blankets and cooking supplies. Camp-Easy is an excellent opportunity for those new to camping, or those interested in a convenient camping trip that requires minimal preparation and effort. With no campsite set up and take down, guests can maximize their time experiencing the park. The structured yurts and tents allow guests to enjoy the camping experience while staying warm and dry.
“Camping is a wonderful option for people who want an affordable summer vacation and to enjoy time in nature,” Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Alana Ross said. “As camping grows in popularity, our provincial parks are ready to meet the demand with more campsites, new events and expanded programming.”
Campers are encouraged to set up or log in to their online account on the Sask Parks reservation website in advance, so they can quickly identify their favourite campsites and start planning their trip ahead of reservation launch day. A full list of fees is also available on the site, where campers can also purchase an annual, weekly, or daily entry permit. Permits continue to be available at parks upon arrival.
Campers are reminded that there is a queuing system in place, and they need to refresh the reservation page at 7 a.m. CST to be placed in the queue or pushed through to make a reservation on launch days.
Reservations for Seasonal campsites in all parks with seasonal camp sites available open on April 7, 2025. Reservations for nightly or day-use facilities, Camp-Easy yurt and group campsites open for Candle Lake, Good Spirit Lake, Meadow Lake, and Saskatchewan Landing on April 8th. After a break in reservations on April 9th, on April 10th, reservations can start being made for Buffalo Pound, Bronson Forest, Duck Mountain, Moose Mountain, and Porcupine Hills. Reservations will open for Danielson, Great Blue Heron, Greenwater Lake, Rowan’s Ravine, and The Battlefords on April 11th, Douglas, Echo Valley, Makwa Lake, Narrow Hills, and Pike Lake on the 14th, and Blackstrap, Fort Carlton, Crooked Lake, Cypress Hills, and Lac La Ronge on April 15th.
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