Camping & Hiking · Ontario
A glamping resort in Alnwick/Haldimand, Ontario, with private safari tents and A-frame cabins, a pool, hot tub and sauna, and a popular wedding venue. Quiet and remote, with no cell reception.
Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat is a glamping property in the countryside of Northumberland County rather than a traditional campground. Guests stay in safari tents and A-frame cabins spread across a wooded property, and reviewers describe it as peaceful, beautifully lit at night and good for stargazing.
The accommodations and staff draw near-universal praise. Tents are described as spotless and well designed, with decks, gazebos, BBQs and private fire pits, and some cabins have air conditioning and Wi-Fi. Mosquito repellent is left in the tents. Guests like the pool, hot tub and sauna, and one visitor enjoyed time with the horses in a therapeutic setting. Dinner kits and pizza can be ordered, and front-desk staff are called warm and attentive.
It's popular for couples' getaways, wellness retreats and weddings, and several couples and planners say the team made their wedding weekend stress-free. It suits anyone wanting nature with comfort rather than roughing it.
The main things to plan for are the remoteness and food. There's no cell service, so rely on the Wi-Fi, and food options on site are limited; a café, gas station and general store are about 10 minutes away. One guest who booked the most secluded tent was less satisfied than others, so ask about specific units when you book. Expect some bugs and spiders, as with any glamping.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 425 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Whispering Springs Wilderness Retreat directly.
