Tremblant Treehouses at Les Refuges Perchés is a 4-season treehouse camping getaway in a protected regional park, on the shores of a pristine lake.
Imagine the view from your treehouse; where adults can feel like kids again and children’s dreams of sleeping in a treehouse can come true. Immerse yourself in nature and fresh air of the Laurentians without foregoing the creature comforts of home.
Plenty of activities are available in all seasons. In winter explore the trails of Parc Eco des Laurentides on snowshoe or cross-country skis, then have a campfire. In summer stroll down to the lake for a refreshing dip, cast a rod with your kids, float out on a canoe, picnic in the sun, or just hang out!
Our treehouses are located in two distinct sectors on the two sides of Lac Cordon, Lakeside East (Treehouses 1-10) and Lakeside West (Treehouses 11-20). All are built to blend in to their natural environment with southern orientations to maximize sunlight and an abundance of windows allow you to enjoy the natural surroundings even when you are inside.
We offer 20 comfortable and well-equipped living spaces in a unique back-country environment (walking access only, no electricity). Get ready for a unique wilderness experience where your participation is required to get settled in, but it’s well worth the effort. It’s an adventure that is a little bit like camping, a little bit like glamping, and a lot like nothing else you’ve ever tried! Treehouses are all insulated, heated with wood, furnished with comfortable beds and are equipped for cooking. They all have a sunny terrace, an outside fire pit and a picnic table. Outhouses are located a short distance from each treehouse.
Our Tremblant Treehouses are nestled on the edge of a lake in a 2000 acre protected regional park, the Parc Eco des Laurentides, with 36km of walking trails, 4 lakes, wetlands and a 1km boardwalk crossing a lake providing magnificent views, and plenty of fantastic places to picnic.
Lakeside East (Treehouses 1-10)
Lakeside West (Treehouses 11-20)
SUSTAINABILITY
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT
You can arrive from 14h30 to 17h (15h30 to 19h Fridays). You can arrive in the morning before your check-in, or stay after your check-out until the end of the day, and enjoy the park. You can leave from 9h to 11h. No check-in/check-out december 25th and january 1st.
LATE CHECK-INS
There will be no-one to check you in...no problem, just call and we will check-you in by phone and arrange to leave you what you need. There are also late check-in instructions posted outside the reception building.
PACK LIGHT
The treehouses are well equipped so you don’t have to bring much. YOU WILL TRANSPORT YOUR OWN BAGGAGE ON A HIKING TRAIL, A DISTANCE OF 200-1000 METERS (12-20 minutes). We provide 2 carts per treehouse. Each treehouse has access to 1 small cart and 1 large cart in summer OR 2 large toboggans in winter. Backpacks make transport easier. Wear appropriate footwear. Canoes are available for rent, and can be used for transport of baggage (Lakeside East only), 8 minutes paddling.
REGIONAL PARK FEES
Park fees are free of charge until spring 2025. However, you must register online, per night and per guest, on Accès Natur.
INCLUDED
- 1 to 2 double beds and 2 to 4 singles (mattresses only, you must bring your own sleeping bag and pillow).
- Wood burning stove (1 bag of ecologs per night for heating is included mid-October to end of April only. Carbon offset wood is for sale on site. You can also bring ecologs) If you do not know how to use a slow-burning wood stove please view this video http://youtu.be/hxKOy94H-5Y
- Kitchenette with sink
- All necessary equipment for cooking (pots, pans, colander, utensils, percolating coffee maker) and serving meals (plates, utensils, glasses, cups, etc.)
- 2 burner propane stove for cooking (propane for sale at reception)
- Propane BBQ (except in winter) (propane for sale at reception)
- It is not necessary to buy or bring water. We have drinking water and 10L containers available at the reception-pavilion.
- 60L cooler
- For baggage transport, 1 small cart: and 1 large cart in summer OR 2 large toboggans in winter. In summer, you can also choose to transport your bags by renting a canoe.
- 1-2 ceiling lights (when connected to powerpack battery, available for rent at reception, can also be used for cell phone charging)
- Outside: open campfire pit, picnic table, grey water disposal., dry toilets(outhouses) with toilet paper and disinfectant, showers and standard bathrooms are at the reception pavilion open 24h.
- 1L recyclable propane bottle (fits propane stove and BBQ in treehouse)
- matches x2
- dish cloth x1 + dish towel x2
- tea candles x6 (3hr burning time/candle)
- organic composting bag x 1
- bag for recycling x 1
- garbage bag x 1
- battery power pack for treehouse lights (10 hrs approx) and cell phone charging x 1
- One bag of wood per night
- Snowshoe or canoe for the duration of your stay
- One sleeping bag per guest (only for guests arriving in Canada by air)
EXCLUDED
- Transport from Tremblant Resort
- Park fees
- Electricity (power pack available for rent for $7)
- Optional extras (see list in description)
- Transport of luggages (carts or toboggans provided)
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
As part of our commitment to SUSTAINABILITY, we charge for consumables as well as optional items to encourage responsible consumption. If you don’t buy them from us you will need to bring them FROM HOME. We include dozens of items for free, but there are 8 we will CHARGE EXTRA for if you need to get them from us; power pack, 1L propane, treehouse kit (see below), canoe, snowshoes, sleeping bag, and firewood in summertime (firewood from home must be commercially packaged, see below). Credit and debit only (no cash).
TREEHOUSE KIT FOR SALE AT RECEPTION
We assemble some helpful items in our treehouse kit. All items except battery power pack can also be brought from home.
- 1L recyclable propane bottle (fits propane stove and BBQ in treehouse)
- matches x2
- dish cloth x1 + dish towel x2
- tea candles x6 (3hr burning time/candle)
- organic composting bag x 1
- bag for recycling x 1
- garbage bag x 1
- battery power pack for treehouse lights (10 hrs approx) and cell phone charging x 1
WHAT TO BRING
- Packing light means less to transport. Your bags, food, wood and water will be heavy
- Do not bring wood unless it is a manufactured log or commercially packaged(kiln dried). Moving firewood, even just a few kilometers, can spread invasive insects and diseases to our forests and is no longer allowed in the Province. Sustainably harvested, carbon-offset firewood is available for purchase at the Reception. Fallen and standing trees, dead or alive, are home to birds insects and animals, so leave them intact. They recycle nutrients back into the environment through decomposition. Stripping branches from standing or fallen trees also detracts from an area's natural appearance.
- Sleeping bags (3 season) & pillows
- Food & beverages: A well-stocked depanneur is located at park entrance, but is only open in summer. Closest grocery store is 25 minutes from the site
- It is not necessary to buy or bring water. Drinking water is available at the reception building. Lake water is located near your treehouse and may be purified or boiled for drinking water. Note: Bottled water is discouraged due to landfill waste that it generates, and the additional weight you will have to carry
- Flashlights and batteries
- Toiletries; biodegradable & phosphate free, and towels
- Appropriate footwear for living in the forest
- Slippers to keep your treehouse clean & dry
- Your own snowshoes or micro-spikes or rent from our reception
- Note: Repackage food to minimize waste.
ACTIVITIES ON-SITE
Summer: 36 km of trails winding through forest and lakes, rent a canoe, swimming, fishing
- Hiking trails : 36 km of trails winding through forest and lakes with panoramic views. Some of the trails are equipped with information panels. Don’t miss our unique 1km boardwalk crossing a lake with views of the wetlands, accessible to wheelchairs and strollers. Dogs on leash are welcome to walk along!
- Swimming : 3 docks are reserved just for our guests in the treehouses. You can swim from there, or from the main dock near the reception – pavillion building, or from any of the hiking trails. Pedal boats are also great to swim off in the middle of the lake.
- Boat rental: Take a canoe, a kayak or even a rabaska if you’re a big group (12 passenger canoe) to explore Lake Cordon. We have 24 canoes for rent (there is 1 canoe available for each treehouse, you may rent a 2nd canoe if available at time of check-in. We also have 1 rowboat that can be reserved: 819-321-0808. You may bring your own kayak, canoe, paddleboard. Electric motors are permitted.
- Biking and Fatbiking : You can enjoy the Le P'tit Train du Nord bike path, which is a 20-minute drive from Parc Éco-Laurentides.
- Fishing:
- Lac du Cordon : Bass and some Speckled trout
- Lac à la truite : Bass and Rainbow Trout
- Lac Renversi : Speckled trout. Renting a rowboat is mandatory
- Lac Bonet: Trout
Winter: 36 km of snow covered trails, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing
- Snowshoeing : 17.9 KM of snowshoe trails. Walk through the snow covered forest, lakes and mountains. You can come across several animal tracks, beaver lodge and much more if you have a keen eye!
- Cross-Country Skiing : We have up to 19,7km of groomed cross-country ski trails. Winter activities are weather dependent. Verify the trails condition here. Equipment rentals are also available on site or book ahead on the web site.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Refundable Damage deposit of $190 will be required at check-in by credit card only (not debit).
All the treehouses are non-smoking.
Duration: 2 nights minimum
There is no running water and no garbage service at the treehouses (only at the reception building).
Please pack out everything you pack in.
To help you prepare your stay, a detailed list of what is provided will be emailed with your reservation confirmation.
Prices do not include taxes or mandatory resort royalty of 3.5% and may be subject to change without notice.
To help prepare you for your stay, a detailed list of what is provided, and what you should bring, will be emailed with your reservation confirmation. Mainly, food, light and bedding. Visit our Food packing tips page.
All treehouses are accessible by foot. You can get between 10 and 200 m from the Lakeside East treehouses by canoe, which is also an option to transport your gear (37 $ for the duration of your stay.) You can also canoe to Lakeside West, but we highly recommend transporting baggage by foot to Lakeside West.
The walk isn’t difficult, but you will need to pull your baggage cart and if you pack a lot it can be quite heavy. We provide two carts or toboggans and you will need them both as putting everything in one will usually be too heavy. You will need to transport your luggage and food, wood (40lbs), water (33 lbs), and other gear. There are a couple of steep spots on the walk, but the trails are wide and well maintained. The walk to Lakeside East is easier than to Lakeside West. Winter weather conditions may make the walk longer. The closest treehouses to the parking are #3, #5 The Bee, #7, #9 The Yurt, #10.
Yes! Dogs are welcome in the treehouses and on the site on a leash. Cats and other pets are not allowed.
No, but dry toilets are located near each cabin. Full bathrooms with showers are available at the Reception – Pavilion building.
No, but you can rent a power pack at the reception and use it for basic small electrical items (cell phones, laptops, and gadgets…but it won’t power a blender).
No, but each treehouse is equipped with a 60 L cooler. Ice is available at the reception – pavilion building.
No, but there is sink and water containers with spouts. You can use lake water to wash dishes etc…
Park access fees collected for Parc Eco des Laurentides, the not for profit organization that manages the regional park where we are located, must be collected on site. Being an eco-resort and in the spirit of sustainability, there are also consumable items we charge for on site, just like a campground would. Firewood, carbon offset, large bag(13 pieces,40lbs) & kindling Power pack Propane (16oz can – can also be brought from home) Treehouse kit (includes candles & matches, garbage/compost/recycling bags, dishrags, power pack, propane- everything except the power pack can also be brought from home) We also charge low rental fees for: Canoes Snowshoes
Canoes are also available for rent at a cost of 37 $ for the duration of your stay. To rent canoes, see our FAQ section about boat rental.
The closest grocery store is 25 minutes from the site. There is a small but well stocked dépanneur at the Park entrance (summer only). To see dates and times for the small convenience store: http://www.ctel.ca/contact.html. For great light, easy to pack and delicious ideas visit this Quebec company: www.happyyak.ca. Or visit our Pinterest site.
You can rent canoes with Les Refuges Perchés. We have one canoe available for rent per treehouse, a 2nd canoe rental is possible on a first come first serve basis at check-in (minimum quantities available). We also have one row-boat available for fishing, day rental only. Lifejackets and paddles are included with all boat rentals (Canoe or Rowboat Rental)
Parc Eco has row boats, paddleboards, pedalos and kayaks for rent. Please note that the Park allows personal boats (only electric motors are allowed). Personal boats must be washed prior to using them on the Parks lakes. This is to stop the spread of invasive plant species which can seriously harm our lakes.
Advance reservations with Parc Eco is recommended during high season. Contact the Park directly to reserve. 1-866-326-90726. BOATING There is 1 canoe available for rent for each treehouse. You may rent a 2nd canoe if available at time of check-in. We also have 1 rowboat that can be reserved: 819-321-0808.
Not directly in the park except for the Parc Eco gravel road (shared with cars and pedestrians), or on the linear parc ”Le P’tit’ Train du Nord”, approximately 20 minutes from Les Refuges Perchés. NEW: The park has opened up winter(only) fat bike and cross country ski trails, new as of feb 27, 2021. Visit http://www.ctel.ca/activiteacutes-hivernales.html
You can fish on 3 different lakes in the park. You must have your fishing permit and equipment and pay a daily Parc Eco access fee. Parc Eco does not sell fishing permits. (Permits for sale at Canadian Tire).
Fishing is only permitted from a boat, all boardwalks and docks are shared spaces.
No fishing is permitted in winter. Please consult https://parceco.ca/peche/ for details.
Please consult our Treehouse Packing and Preparation list page.
No. We try not to take the adventure out of in sleeping in the woods. The experience of Les Refuges Perchés is a participatory one where you will need to be autonomous, like camping. Our staff is on site to make sure you are safe and well-informed and to maintain the site.