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Fort Simpson Territorial Park Campground

Fort Simpson Territorial Park campground

The perfect place to pitch a tent and enjoy Fort Simpson’s unrivaled natural beauty. Located right inside the idyllic territorial park, you’ll be steps away from the confluence of the Mackenzie and Liard rivers, and only a short walk into town to enjoy all the amenities available. This campground features 20 powered and 11 non-powered sites, as well as washroom facilities, showers, drinking water, firewood, a kitchen shelter and a playground. Reservations can be made online to ensure you get a prime spot.

 

Blackstone Territorial Park

Blackstone Territorial park sign in the NWT

Midway between Fort Simpson and Fort Liard on the Liard Trail, Blackstone Territorial Park boasts stunning mountain views and a prime location on the Liard River, downstream from its confluence with the South Nahanni. This is an excellent starting or ending point for canoeists, boaters or anglers. The campground features 19 non-powered campsites, washrooms and showers, drinking water, firewood, a kitchen shelter and picnic areas, helpful staff, and an intriguing interpretive centre.

 

60th Parallel Territorial Park

The 60th parallel sign in the Northwest Territories

Adjacent to the visitor information centre, this park has a scenic picnic area overlooking the beautiful Hay River, plus seven non-powered campsites nestled amongst birch and aspen trees. Entering the Northwest Territories from Alberta, the friendly staff at the 60th Parallel are available to welcome you. The Visitor Information Centre is open from May 15 to September 15. Brochures, maps, fishing licences, camping permits, pay phone, drinking water, washrooms and fresh coffee area available. Aboriginal arts and crafts are on display in the centre. Audiovisual presentations depict the Northern way of life and what you might expect to see on your travels in the Northwest Territories.

 

Twin Falls Gorge Territorial Park

This park is what we call a “destination park,” and with good reason. The sights to be seen are spectacular, the camping facilities excellent, the peace and tranquility are another world. The park has three main areas, located between the Mackenzie Highway and the Hay River, and linked together by a beautiful and dramatic trail: Alexandra Falls Day Use Area, Louise Falls Campground & Day Use Area, and the Escarpment Creek Group Campsite. They are well signposted on the highway heading either north from the Alberta border or south from Enterprise.

Twin Falls park offers excellent day-trip facilities for activities such as viewing the waterfalls, trail walking, or picnicking; a fully serviced campground for a longer stay; and a partially serviced group camping area at Escarpment Creek. The fully serviced campground is at Louise Falls, in the centre of the park, making the features at Alexandra and Escarpment easy to access and enjoy. Just the Hay River Canyon by itself is a spectacular sight, cut deep by a river with water the same honey colour as the steep rock walls to either side. And it’s only when you notice how small the trees look on the far side that you realize just how big that canyon is.

Lady Evelyn Falls Territorial Park

Lady Evelyn Falls in the Northwest Territories

Make the trip to see the falls, even if you do not plan to camp overnight. From the Mackenzie Highway, an access road leads 6.8 kilometres south to the park. From the parking lot, a short trail leads to Lady Evelyn Falls. The falls form a giant curtain of water as the Kakisa River spills over a limestone escarpment. A staircase leads into the gorge at the base of the falls. The Kakisa River is a warm and boulder-strewn river with many lovely spots for wading and swimming. The fishing is excellent: Northern Pike, Pickerel and Arctic Grayling can be caught by casting with small spoons into the pools at the base of the falls. There are 23 powered campsites here, plus washrooms and showers, a kitchen shelter, drinking water, firewood, interpretive displays and helpful staff.

 

The Willows Inn

Willows Inn exterior view of motel on a sunny day in Fort Simpson, NWT.

Six room motel (four rooms with queen-sized beds; two rooms with two double beds); WiFi, private exterior entrance; private bath; spacious work station; in-floor heating; AC; self-serve continental breakfast; and 24/7 access to a fully-equipped kitchen & BBQ. Each room is equipped with a coffee maker, fridge, microwave and satellite TV.

Prices starting at $175/night. Truck rental and access to laundry is available. We offer an airport shuttle for an additional fee.

 

Janor Guest House

Outdoor Picture of Janor Guest House on a cloudy day in Fort Simpson in the Northwest Territories.

Fort Simpson’s best kept secret! Six standard rooms with shared bath starting at $155/night for a Standard room and $175/night for ensuite.

We offer complimentary continental breakfast, fully equipped kitchen with 24 hour access, WiFi, central A/C, a spacious workstation in each room, fresh garden produce in season, and laundry. Other amenities include a small workout center and a truck rental option. Airport shuttle is available for an additional fee.

All major credit cards and Interac accepted. Smoke free environment.

Visit our website for more information.

Lady Slipper Lodge

Lady Slipper Lodge - Logo

A beautifully appointed home with 6 guest rooms, overlooking the Mackenzie River in Fort Simpson. Your comfort is our business!

 

Nahanni National Park Reserve

What to Do in the Dehcho Region

Journey with the spirits of the Dehcho. Paddle through Canada’s deepest river canyons.  Fly Nahʔą Dehé with a legendary northern pilot. Breathe the mist of Náįlįcho. Find your Nahanni.

Nahanni is remote wilderness. Basic facilities are located at key sites in the park reserve. The majority of campsites for river travellers have no facilities.

The main visitor season for Nahanni National Park Reserve is mid-June to mid-September with the peak in July and August. Reservations are required for river trips in the park reserve and should be made well in advance due to popular demand.

Registration through the Nahanni National Park Reserve Adminstration office in Fort Simpson is required prior to entering the park. For all overnight visits, at any time of the year, de-registration is mandatory at the end of each trip.Nahanni staff are located at Virginia Falls and Rabbitkettle Lake during the summer operating season. Although exact dates vary from year to year staff are generally present at these locations between July 1 and August 31.

The Nahanni National Park Reserve Administration office in Fort Simpson is the best place for information about visiting the park reserve. Office Hours:Summer (June 15 – September 15) Daily8 a.m. – 12 noon1 p.m. – 5 p.m.Winter (September 15 – June 15)Monday to Friday (Closed weekends)8:30 a.m. – 12 noon1 p.m. – 5 p.m.A Duty Officer is on call 24 hours daily between June 15 and September 15. The Duty Officer carries a radio phone and monitors the park radio. Phone: (867) 695-3732. The Village of Fort Simpson Visitor Information Centre as well as Blackstone Territorial Park feature displays about the natural and cultural heritage of the Nahanni area.

 

Fort Simpson Lodging

Fort Simpson Lodging main sign in the Northwest Territories.

We provide spacious accommodations offering short, mid, and long-term rental at a fixed per-night rate.

We offer a full standard sized fridge in each room, microwave, toaster, coffee/tea, and condiments.

  • En-suite bathrooms
  • Your own entrance from inside and outside of the lodge
  • A laundry facility with everything provided for your needs
  • 50” TV, Bell Satellite, Wifi
  • Full Kitchenette available
  • A Barbecue is available in the front and back for those barbecue lovers

Please contact us for availability.