A winter getaway and wellness retreat for gentle explorers and wellness-seekers.
Slow down & rediscover the quiet pace of winter with our Algonquin Park Winter Wellness Retreat. Experience guided snowy adventures, restorative sauna time and other wellness practices, heart-warming meals, and cozy cabin accommodations at the most magical time of the year.
A great experience to share: Fire & Ice is scheduled over the Family Day Holiday Monday and is a perfect Valentine’s escape with someone special.
Over four days & three nights, visit Algonquin Park this winter and experience guided nature connection & snowy activities. You’ll be invited to explore different forms of snow and ice adventure and warming wellness practices to restore and center yourself. Try something new each day, exploring with all the senses.
Explore . . .
Jump into winter and explore with guided adventures through stunning snowy landscapes and a true northern winter wonderland. Embark on a snowshoe journey through the forest to Hemlock Ridge with a beautiful view of One-a-day Lake, head right out from our winter lodge and glide across Kawawaymog Lake via Cross-Country Skis or Skates, or give our new Skin Skis a try on a back-country trail for a mix of skiing and trailbreaking. Return from outdoor adventures to soul-warming hot meals served up by award-winning cook Gregor.
All outdoor equipment use is included.
Restore . . .
Winter is a season for dreaming. Cozy up by the fireplace to journal with prompts to dream your year ahead. Relax in our rejuvenating wood-fired sauna and challenge yourself to a refreshing roll in the snow. Experience an introduction to wellness practices, self and nature connection with the guidance of passionate retreat facilitators who will invite you to look a little closer, breathe a little deeper, and engage in nature with care. At night, experience a festival of stars and fall asleep to the insulated quiet of wintertime.
Play More . . .
Reconnect with your inner child’s love of snow. Build snow men and snow forts, race across the lake on kick-sleds, play a round of pond hockey or curling on our ice rink before cozying up by the campfire with a cup of cocoa to roast some marshmallows and breathe in the clear air of northern Ontario. Meet other adults, young and old, in this social experience featuring equal doses of fun, adventure and relaxation.
Step Out Of The City For The Weekend and Experience The Best Of Winter in Algonquin Park.
Facilitators To Be Announced
We are excited to welcome you to our upcoming retreat! We have yet to select a facilitator for this program. While this might seem concerning at first, fear not, as Northern Edge Algonquin is home to a community of experienced and knowledgeable facilitators who are equipped to provide transformative and memorable experiences.
In short: Spaces are limited. When you book a retreat with us, a non-refundable deposit (50% of your overall balance) reserves your space and allows us to plan accordingly. Remaining balances are due 15 days before arrival.
Deposits protect our group-based experiences by acting as a commitment from our guests. If you need to cancel your visit, the timing of your cancellation will determine the level of flexibility we can offer in rescheduling your visit or holding your deposit as a credit to be used in the future. Please refer to our full deposit and cancellation policy for more information on our policies, timelines, and the commitments we make based on your registration.
Edge guests are well nourished and experience mealtime itself as a program element, with storytelling to introduce the seasonal flavours of the region and the relationships with the folk who grew and raised the ingredients close to home. Cooking at the Edge focuses on balancing globally far-flung tastes with provincially produced foods. Meals are served buffet style and are guests often enjoy lakeside dining outdoors when the weather allows it.
Over the years we have met many diverse dietary needs. Guests are invited to identify their dietary needs & preferences as a part of the registration process, and those with restrictions love the options we provide.
We offer unique, tailored experiences that flow as our facilitators respond to the interests of our guests, seasonal conditions, and special opportunities that may arise.
Each retreat at the Edge features healthy doses of dreamtime, adventure, community, creativity, time spent in nature, and a dash of surprise. Guests always have the choice to take solo or rest time in lieu of planned experiences.
While a detailed itinerary is not available, you can count on and prepare for the activities used to describe the flavour of this retreat. Meals are generally served at 8:30, 12:30, and 6pm. When appropriate, optional early-morning or late-night experiences may be offered.
Arrival time is between 1 – 3 pm. We encourage our guests to stay and experience the full retreat, which generally ends after lunch on the final day.
You can find us easily on Google or Apple maps, or view detailed directions here.
We’ll be spending time both indoors and out in nature, and we invite you to dress appropriately for the season to stay comfortable, warm, and dry. There’s no dress code and most guests wear their “retreat-casual”.
We encourage guests to bring a surprise to share with others – this might take the form of a game or activity, an instrument/song/poem, or a tasty treat.
Custom Dates Available for groups of 10+
What’s Included
What’s Not Included
Explore Accommodation Options
Habitat Cabin
Cozy, rustic habitat cabins are located just a short walk away from main programming spaces and amenities such as washrooms and showers. Each offers a loft double bed above 2 single beds, making them ideal for sharing with friends or other participants.
Shared: $999/person
Private: Not available
Studio Cabin
Comfortable & spacious eco-friendly studio rooms are located just a minute’s walk away from main programming spaces and showers. These feature a small en-suite bathroom with an incinerating toilet. Both a double bed and a single bed make them ideal for couples or friends.
Shared: $1099/person
Private: $1279/person
Log Cabin Bedroom
The luxurious and comfortable log cabin is located a bit further from main programming spaces for optimal rest, and features en-suite bathrooms with showers. Each room’s Queen bed can convert into two twin beds, providing flexibility for solo travellers, couples, or friends.
Shared: $1279/person
Private: $1504/person
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