Nature experiences, Other
By Nathalie Grenier
Yurt Kino, Les Racines du p’tit Isidore – photo credit: Stéphan Savard
Sleep differently in Rouyn-Noranda: unusual getaways surrounded by nature
Nestled in the heart of Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Rouyn-Noranda is a destination where nature is experienced to the fullest. Here, travelers seeking originality and tranquility will find unique accommodations that combine comfort with immersion in nature. From glamping to eco-friendly lodges, each location offers an experience that transforms a simple stay into an unforgettable adventure.
Coureuse des Bois: a sensory escape in the forest
Located on the 101 North Road, the Coureuse des Bois is a safe haven deep in the forest. This unspoiled location offers guests the opportunity to enjoy a one-of -a-kind nature escape in an authentic Mongolian yurt, a modern teepee, or an eco-friendly log cabin, all built using natural, locally sourced materials. This unique experience doesn’t end there; guests can recharge thanks to wellness activities such as forest bathing, outdoor meditation, wellness retreats for women or solo, parent–child digital detox retreats, not to mention access to a private beach and a Finnish sauna for a moment of absolute relaxation. It’s the perfect place to reconnect with yourself and nature, while enjoying the comfort of its eco-friendly accommodations.
Open year-round
Registration number : 627507
The Mongolian yurt (left) and the modern teepee (right) – photo credit: Coureuse des bois
Les Racines du p’tit Isidore: cocooned inside a yurt
Located in Mont-Brun, by the entrance of the Aiguebelle National Park, Les Racines du p’tit Isidore offers cozy and well-equipped yurts. Each yurt includes a double-sized bed on a mezzanine and a pull-out couch on the ground floor, a small propane-powered kitchenette, an indoor toilet and an outdoor barbecue.
From your balcony, marvel at the view of the Kinojévis River, the perfect place to watch the sunrise while listening to the birds singing. In the evening, gaze at the spectacular starry sky—the perfect setting to relax, whether around the campfire or comfortably settled indoors, enjoying the view from the mezzanine.
Open year-round
Registration number: 627610
Yurt Larix – photo credit : Caroline Baril Gélinas (left) et Martin Lord (right)
Camping Kanasuta: glamping with a view of the lake
About twenty minutes away from downtown, Camping Kanasuta offers fully equipped eco-friendly accommodations on the shore of the Kanasuta Lake: rounded wooden pods or rectangular Kanass cabins, all equipped with a kitchenette, a bathroom, heating, air conditioning and complete furnishing. Each unit also has a balcony, a barbecue, an outdoor fireplace, and a gazebo to fully enjoy the outdoors. The site combines comfort and nature, ideal for an accessible and relaxing getaway.
Available during the Summer season
Registration number: 627075
The Pod (left) and the Kanass Cabin (right) – photo credit: Camping Kanasuta
Aiguebelle National Park: a night in the heart of the forest
The Aiguebelle National Park, a true jewel of nature, offers a handful of immersive accommodations. Fully quipped cabins with a view of the lake, ready-to-camp tents (traditional or Star) and rustic shelters await visitors seeking authenticity. All allow direct access to hiking trails, nautical activities and mesmerizing landscapes. Spending a night in the heart of the Aiguebelle forest is to fall asleep to the whispers of the wind amongst the trees and wake up surrounded by unspoiled nature.
Open year-round
Registration number: 317716 and 204680
La Guêpe (left) and Prêt-à-camper étoile/ready-to-camp tents (right) – photo credit: Sépaq
Live Abitibi-Témiscamingue differently
Choosing one of the non-traditional accommodations means treating yourselves to much more than a getaway: it means enjoying a break from your routine, surrounded by calm and wonder in the heart of nature. Whether you spend the night in a yurt, a pod or a rustic shelter, every stay becomes a special moment, far from everyday life. Rouyn-Noranda simply invites you to slow down and savor the moment.
