New Way of Camping... The Yurt!

With the temperature dropping lower and lower the summer camping trips seem to be coming a thing of the past until the next warm season months are amongst us yet again, right? WRONG! Not if you grab a group of friends and travel to Winchester State Park in Winchester Idaho located only 67 miles away!

What is a yurt?
Is basically a bent wooden or canvas tent structure that has the ability to house from 2-10 people depending on the size and allows you an exceptional camping experience that otherwise could not be achieved in a tent. Depending on the yurt you have the ability to sleep up to 10 people, cook, clean, play games, etc; You essentially are camping in what seems to be a miniature cabin. 

How much does this cost?

There are three options you can camp in "Ponderosa" for $50.00 plus tax a night, "Snowberry" for $55.00 plus tax a night, or "Tamarack" which includes a microwave, BBQ grill, deck furniture and snow shoes for a mere $65.00 plus tax a night. 

What is so special about the Winchester yurts?
According to their website, the Winchester yurts are heated and furnished with beds to sleep up to five people. Food preparation is done on an open grill outside the yurts. Dont forget to bring your own sleeping bags and cooking gear.  At Winchester you have the ability to park two passenger vehicles.


What activities are available?
At Winchester lake you have the ability to explore cross country trails, ice skating, ice fishing, and even see wolves in an enclosure located on the park!


To make reservations book online at http://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/lodging/yurts.aspx  or by phone: 1-888-9-CAMPID (888-922-6743).