Aspen

Tent in Whitehorse, Canada

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 0 baths
Rated 4.62 out of 5 stars.13 reviews
Hosted by Sam
  1. 2 years hosting

Listing highlights

Furry friends welcome

Bring your pets along for the stay.

Great host communication

Recent guests loved Sam's communication.
*Hike in location only*

Seeking a serene sanctuary that ignites your sense of adventure? Our glamping at Mount Sima- 15 minutes from Whitehorse - delivers the perfect balance. Venture out to hike, bike, play disc golf or ski the endless trails, enjoy the warmth of a diner by the firepit and breathe the fresh air of the Boreal forest as you cozy up in your private tent.

The space
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Remote and off-grid site, the Alpine Escape Glamping area is located at Mount Sima, 15 minutes from Whitehorse. On the shoulder of a ski run, it is surrounded by endless wilderness, overlooking a beautiful valley. You must walk up a 1km trail with 50m elevation, approximately 10 minutes from the parking lot to the campsite.

Aspen is a wall tent nestled into the Boreal Forest that can accommodate up to 2 people. It is equipped with a full-size bed and a propane heater inside, and 2 chairs and a propane firepit on the deck.
IMPORTANT: There is no power outlet nor running water at the tent.

Kitchen, firepit, shower, outhouse (toilets), and 12V power outlets are a few meters away, and shared with the other guests.

Kitchen: Bearproof food storage, cook stoves and propane, kitchen pots, utensils and cutlery, basic condiments, coffee and tea.
Shower: Hot water with propane, locally made soap, shampoo and conditioner, towels.
Firepit: firewood, metal spikes, chairs, bearproof garbage cans.

Water is delivered to the site and levels are monitored regularly. We ask guests to be conservative with their water usage.

Free Wi-Fi is located at the base, not the campsite. The area has full cell service.

We have 2 private lakes on the property with access via hiking trails. The first lake is approximately 10 minutes walk and the second lake is approximately 25 minutes walk. There are canoes & lifejackets for rent.
IMPORTANT: the lakes are not under supervision.

Summer activities at Mount Sima:
Hiking trails
Mountain bike (Only during Bike Nights, on Wednesdays and Fridays)
Disc-Golf, rentals discs available.
Northern Lights watching (August & September)

Winter:
Ski-in / Ski-out during your stay
Snowshoeing
Aurora watching


During the summer months, enjoy extended daylight hours where you have more sunlight for activities. You may even catch the rays of the infamous 'Midnight sun'.

Guest access
If you need to request transportation via Side by side recreational vehicle to/from the campsite a fee of $10 will be charged. Available only between 10am and 7pm.
This fee is waived for guests with a disability.
Guests must be prepared to wear a helmet in the recreational vehicle.
Recreational vehicle transportation must be requested at least 24 hours in advance. This is subject to availability and the request is not guaranteed.

Other things to note
Add-ons can be purchased by connecting with us.
Canoe & lifejacket rentals
Bike Night ticket, Mountain Bike rental
Transportation to/from the campsite
Ski lift passes
Disc Golf rental discs

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Lake access
Ski-in/Ski-out
Free parking on premises
Pets allowed
Private patio or balcony
Unavailable: Smoke alarm

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4.62 out of 5 stars from 13 reviews

Overall rating

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  5. 1 stars, 8% of reviews

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Whitehorse, Yukon Territories, Canada
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Meet your host

Host
31 reviews
4.74 out of 5 average rating
2 years of hosting
My work: Mount Sima
I spend too much time: Anything active!
I have had many different careers but the one I found here at MT. Sima has been the most fulfilling I could have ever asked for. I love the community and the people I work with and the work we do for the people of the Yukon!

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within a few hours
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
No smoke alarm
Exterior security cameras on property
May encounter potentially dangerous animal