Stay in an authentic

Tipi Village

Experience Authenticity in Our Tipi Village

Discover the unique charm of our traditional Tipi Village, where family-sized tipis welcome you to immerse in Nakota culture. Each of our 7 tipis is thoughtfully designed to accommodate families, providing a cozy space for up to five guests, ensuring a communal and family-oriented atmosphere.

Key Features:

  • Capacity: Host up to 35 guests in our Tipi Village, fostering a sense of community and shared experience.

  • Style: Communal living fosters connections, allowing your family to bond in an environment reminiscent of traditional Nakota life.

  • Cultural Immersion: Engage with our knowledgeable staff dressed in full traditional regalia, enhancing your understanding of Nakota heritage.

Enhancements for Your Stay:

Elevate your experience with our add-on rentals:

  • Full Regalia Experience: $75 per day—dive deeper into the culture by adorning yourself in traditional attire.

  • Buffalo Hide Blankets: $50 per day—wrap yourself in comfort and history with beautifully crafted blankets.

Join us for a memorable stay where every moment is infused with the spirit of family and tradition. Our Tipi Village awaits your arrival.

BOOK YOUR STAY

Reservations are booked one person at a time. If you wish to book more than one guest, you must do so individually.

EACH NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION INCLUDES:

  • One night in a Traditional Tipi

  • All Meals and Snacks

  • One “Experience” registration

2025 Season accommodation bookings are available for the following Friday & Saturday nights:

  • June 20 & 21

  • July 4, 5, 18, 19

  • August 1, 2, 15, 16, 29, 30

  • September 12, 13, 26, 27

  • October 10, 11, 24, 25

At the heart of your stay is a truly immersive Nakota cultural experience. The Tipi Village is designed to reflect traditional ways of living while offering essential comforts for a meaningful and memorable stay.

Accommodation Details

  • Bedding: Each family-sized tipi is set up with comfortable bedding to accommodate up to five guests. For a deeper cultural experience, guests can upgrade their stay with buffalo hide blankets for $50 per day rental.

  • Restroom Facilities: Clean and well-maintained restroom facilities are located conveniently near the tipi village, ensuring comfort while staying connected to the land.

  • Showers: Basic shower access is provided to support multi-day stays, with future upgrades planned to expand guest comfort.

  • Refrigeration & Food Storage: In keeping with the traditional nature of the experience, refrigeration is minimal. Guests are encouraged to take part in communal meals and cultural food preparation workshops offered daily.

  • Optional Add-Ons: For those seeking the full experience, traditional regalia rentals are available for $75 per day to wear during ceremonies, storytelling sessions, and cultural workshops.

  • Meals: Guests will enjoy traditional Indigenous meals, many of which are prepared during workshops such as Bannock Making, Meat Smoking, and Fishing & Canoeing. Communal meals may include locally sourced meat, seasonal berries, and herbal teas. Guests are encouraged to participate in food preparation as part of the experience.

  • Check-in: 7:00 -9:00 AM

  • Check-out: 5:30 - 8:30 PM
     Guests staying for a later experience can store their belongings in a secure storage area near the main lodge.

Things to know and bring with you

  • Guests are encouraged to bring weather-appropriate clothing and personal toiletries.

  • The experience is technology-light to promote reconnection with the land and culture.

  • Smoking, alcohol, and drugs are strictly prohibited in all ceremonial and communal areas.

  • We recommend booking workshops in advance to ensure space availability.

Transportation/Location

Whitecourt ISGA Tourism Association is located on Treaty 6 territory at Little McLeod Lake in Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park, near Whitecourt, Alberta. 
(The Nakota’s called it Xora Mne Washtae, translated Good Fish Lake. Carson-Pegasus is a misnomer)

  • Private transportation is recommended.

  • Limited shuttle service may be arranged for groups or special events with advance notice.

  • Public transportation is not currently available directly to the site.

Directions to WITA Cultural Camp

From Edmonton, Alberta
(travel time is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, 210 kilometres)

  • Travel west on Highway 16

  • Turn north (right) on Highway 43.

  • Continue on highway 43 through Whitecourt, Alberta to the Eagle River Casino and Travel Plaza (look for the WITA signs)

  • Turn north (right) on highway 32

  • Turn east (right) on Township Road 612 (look for the sign to Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park)

  • Before the Carson-Pegasus Park, turn right to the Little McLeod Day Use Area.

  • Watch for the WITA signs for parking.