Greig Lake, Saskatchewan
A Camp to Glamp Experience
Hi! I’m Carolyn and if you love Saskatchewan as much as I do, read this blog to discover some hidden gems in our beautiful province that will keep you spellbound and inspired to plan your next holiday locally. Saskatchewan is home to two National Parks (Grasslands National Park and Prince Albert National Park), 39 provincial parks and historic sites, 76 accredited regional parks and we currently have 24 protected areas in the province. In addition, Wanuskewin Heritage Park is on the road to earning a UNESCO World Heritage designation. With so much diversity in our landscape, it’s time to pack your camping gear and hit the road!
What does Camp to Glamp mean? Glamping is an accommodation that offers a camp experience with the comforts of home. Simply put, it’s a cool place to stay with some unique extras. This blog post will show you exactly where you need to stay for the ultimate relaxing wilderness experience at Greig Lake after camping.
Greig Lake is located in the heart of Meadow Lake Provincial Park and surrounded by towering conifers. Meadow Lake Provincial Park is perfect for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the wild beauty of our boreal forest. Although you can visit year round, I explored the park in June and was spoiled by wildflowers in hues of purple, white, red and orange dotting the roadside. But I experienced a real treat of hearing wolf calls echoing off the lake as I lay in my tent. It was both haunting and beautiful.
map from Saskatchewan Trails Association of Meadow Lake Provincial Park via Google
With over 140 campsites including a Camp-East yurt, Greig Lake Campground offers full hook-up with electrical to all but 10 sites, two group camps with electric, showers and a laundry facility, and firewood is free to campers. Camp fees vary between $34.00/night to $50.00/night. Bookings can be made through Sask Parks. I booked online prior to arriving, but I lucked out and was able to move to a lakefront site on arrival. I ended my day with a kayak as the sun was setting and the lake was like glass.
Whether you are travelling with your family, your partner or you like to explore solo, there are a lot of things to do like fishing, hike or bike the trails, burn off some energy on Sask Aquatic Adventures, play mini golf, canoe or kayak, go boating, bird or wildlife view, grab an ice cream at the Greig Lake Store, or participate in their monthly calendar events.
Even though I saw a little black bear in the area, I hiked a section of the Boreal Trail (with bear spray of course) and I went swimming in the lake before heading to the Northern Lights cabin with Lake Time Rentals.
I booked a one night stay and prior to arriving, owner Philip sent a detailed email which included a location map, information about my cabin and a cute questionnaire. A welcome basket was waiting for me and contained items related to my answers such as a custom Lake Time citronella candle and a s’more kit. This personal touch made me feel like a welcome friend rather than a guest.
There are two brand-new, four-season cabins that offer everything from five appliances, Wi-Fi, high-end bedding and mattresses and a walk-in shower to a BBQ with pizza oven, hot tub, and an outdoor fire pit. This is truly an ultimate glamp stay.
Each cabin has 2 bedrooms but sleep 6 with a pull out couch. Bring your friends and family for all the conveniences of a home stay while at Lake Time.
An escape to Greig Lake campground and Lake Time Rentals was the perfect way to spend my weekend holiday, and it opened the door to exploring this part of Saskatchewan further. Before ending my holiday, I set my alarm to star gaze that night, but I slept through until the morning. I blame the cozy mattress!
My biggest take away from this northern Saskatchewan exposure was the reminder of how incredibly beautiful our province is.
Thank you Tourism Saskatchewan for taking this journey with me.
