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The best cabin rentals in Elk Island National Park, AB

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Unrivaled stargazing and kayaking just 30 minutes from Edmonton.

The best cabin rentals in Elk Island National Park, AB

Elk Island Getaway

1. Elk Island Getaway

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5.5km from Elk Island National Park · 12 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Welcome to Elk Island Getaway! Elk Island Getaway is located 20 minutes east of Edmonton and 7 minutes from HWY 16 main entrance of Elk Island Park, Alberta. We are also right by Elk Island Park, in addition to being an important refuge for bison, elk and more than 250 bird species, it is a great place for all your hiking, picnicking, biking, canoeing and kayaking needs. When you enter Elk Island National Park you will know immediately that you have entered an oasis of calm. For years people have come to the picturesque park to escape the city life, explore the outdoors and connect with nature. Come and experience the dark sky preserve in our area that features an amazing opportunity to star gaze and to view the Northern Lights. We have 8 campsites available for tent, van, small motorhome, and small trailers. Some sites accommodate large trailers. Our group site is sites 7 and 8 please inquire if interested in this option. We offer firewood upon *availability* for sale at an additional cost of $20 per bundle of Tamarack wood. Please note that supply may be limited at times, as well as our availability, so we recommend placing your order early to ensure availability. Pets welcome on leash and owners are responsible for clean-up. This is a camper-maintained campground. Please take your trash with you at the end of your stay. Pack it in, pack it out. Inspect your campsite and rest areas for trash or spilled food. Pack out all trash, leftover food, and litter. There is a toilet available for campers to use but no other amenities. Our sites offer picnic tables and firepits. Mowed paths to walk We follow Provincial and County Fire Regulations Boreal Harvest Farms is right next door with a honeyberry U pick available during part of the year. Starts July 8th open to pick for an additional fee! www.borealharvest.com We look forward to hosting you.

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Ravens Valley Chickadee chalet

2. Ravens Valley Chickadee chalet

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(37)

46km from Elk Island National Park · 9 sites

Pet friendly! Available for Monthly rental in the winter. "Escape to serenity at the Chickadee Sleep Chalet, a private haven surrounded by majestic spruce trees and nature's beauty. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere, small pond, and creek, perfect for relaxation.pet friendly and private space. *Accommodations:* - 1 queen, 2 single, and 1 double bed in the loft - Fully equipped with bedding, pillows, and essentials *Outdoor Delights:* - Barbecue, fire table, and propane for outdoor cooking - Fire pit with free firewood and hot dog sticks - Walking trails and a nearby beaver dam to explore - Lawn and board games with a 6-seater picnic table by the fire *Amenities:* - Dinette booth for meals and games - Kitchen essentials: plates, cups, glasses, pots, pans, utensils, and more - Toaster, coffee maker, microwave, crockpot, and mini fridge *Nearby Activities:* - Fishing, golf, u-pick strawberries, fresh honey, swimming pools, and a vegetable farm - Convenience store (4 mins away) and petting zoo (15 mins away) *Pet-Friendly and Suitable For:* - Singles, couples, small families (10 years+) - Pets welcome! *Pack Lightly:* - Bring food, drinking water, shower towel, personal toiletries, and insect repellent - Fire table in the gazebo if there's a fire ban Come unwind and let nature work its magic!"

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Avant Gardens

3. Avant Gardens

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67km from Elk Island National Park · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Avant Gardens offers 3 separately rented sites: one is a studio suite; one is a small rustic cabin; and the other is a tenting (or small RV/van) area nestled in the bush on 45 acres in rural Leduc County. The cabin and camping area share an outhouse. The property is 25 minutes south of the airport and 10 minutes from Coal Lake which offers fishing, boating and more. Group camping is welcome. Firewood is available for purchase.

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Johnson trails

4. Johnson trails

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11km from Elk Island National Park · 2 sites

Off grid cabin with queen and twin loft beds surrounded by forest and over looking beaver ponds. Access to ten kms of maintained trails for walking, snowmobiling, quadding, cross country skiing and skating. Has outhouse, bbq, fire pit, picnic table. Can combine with camping in yard for larger groups. Pet friendly if trained.

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Fairfolk Farm

5. Fairfolk Farm

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14km from Elk Island National Park · 1 site

Fairfolk Farm is located in northeast Strathcona County, just a short 10-minute drive from beautiful Elk Island National Park. The farm is surrounded by scenic fields and small wetland pockets, with large pastures and open spaces that guests are welcome to explore. Situated on the edge of the Beaver Hills Dark Sky Preserve, it’s the perfect spot for stargazing — and if you’re lucky, catching a glimpse of the northern lights.

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RUGER RIDGE

6. RUGER RIDGE

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71km from Elk Island National Park · 1 site

Escape to Ruger Ridge—60 acres of off-grid tranquility perfect for two. Wander 6 km of private trails or explore 40+ km in the Bellis Nature Reserve. Cozy up by the wood stove after a day of hiking, skiing, or OHV adventure. With direct access to the Iron Horse Trail, it's peaceful, private, and unforgettable. *Bring your own registered/insured OHV—no rentals available.

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Amy

November 2025

1 night at Elk Island Getaway

Loved the cabin, directions and views were worth it! Kara and Dan went out of there way to make this feel like a home away from home!

Anna

October 2025

2 nights at Fairfolk Farm

We loved staying at Fairfolk Farm! The cabin was very cozy despite the dreary weather outside. The kitchen was perfect for the two of us, and we got some eggs, jam, and veg from Pinette to supplement the groceries we got. It was just a short drive to Elk Island, so perfect for a hike. Definitely a highlight of the month, and we’d love to come back!

Jennifer

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Avant Gardens

Just got back from staying at the most amazing cabin and I’m still in awe. From the moment we arrived, it felt like stepping into a little slice of paradise. The cabin was cozy yet spacious, with all the rustic charm you’d hope for but updated with the comforts that make you want to stay forever.

Mary

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Elk Island Getaway

We were pleasantly surprised by how lovely the cabin was. Kara and Dan was also very nice in letting us setup a surprise proposal for my sister. The place was peaceful and quiet. It was a perfect place to unwind. The stars were beautiful at night. Would also mention that I was kinda hesitant on using the porta potty but to my surprise it was very clean unlike other porta potties I've seen in other camping areas. It's a great place to go to when you want to have a getaway that's not too far from the city. Would definitely come back!

Maria

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Avant Gardens

We had such a wonderful stay at this cabin! The place is amazing, quiet, peaceful, and surrounded by nature. Guillermo, their lovely dog, was a highlight of the trip. He gave us a little “tour” of the property and played happily with our dog, who was thrilled to run off-leash. Kerry is a fantastic host, always quick to answer our questions and make us feel welcome. We truly enjoyed our time here and are already planning our next visit this winter.

Shan

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Elk Island Getaway

I loved the our stay at Kara and Dan’s cabin! The view was beautiful and the direction was clear. The tent sites look very nice too! We would definitely recommend to friends and will come back again.

Stephanie

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Avant Gardens

My partner and I absolutely loved the cabin. Beautiful details, comfortable bed, nice touches and everything you need to set up a little camp kitchen on the porch. The property is beautiful, the cabin is surrounded by trees. The little outhouse is very cute and does not smell like an outhouse because of the composting toilet. It even has a bag shower. I wish we could have stayed longer, I hope we'll be back!

Stephanie

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Ravens Valley Chickadee chalet

The property is beautiful and Carmen is very welcoming. It was a great last minute pit stop with quint amenities. Highly recommend.

Aisley

September 2025

2 nights at Avant Gardens

This is the second time I've visited. Camped last year and stayed in the cabin this year. Absolutely love this space. Very quiet and peaceful. Spent most of our time outdoors, hoping it would rain so we could listen to it hit the metal roof, no such luck. Cabin is well stocked and the hosts are very accommodating. Will definitely be back!

Carmen

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Avant Gardens

This was our second time staying here in the cabin and it was great. We were worried about privacy with having someone booked the tenting site but we barely knew they were there. The brush really filled in compared to our stay back in May. The hosts were just as nice, friendly and responsive as our first stay. Love that our dogs get along and I didn’t have to worry about mine. She had a blast running around and playing.

Kate

August 2025

2 nights at RUGER RIDGE

A cozy spot with everything we needed for an easy get away from Edmonton. Beautiful walking trails and 5 minute drive from a little lake with lots of wildlife. The dogs Cooey and Ruger were great hosts as well!

Mydhel

August 2025

Group trip

1 night at Ravens Valley Chickadee chalet

My friends and I were looking for a place near Edmonton to relax and rest away from the noise of the city. Carmen's place was perfect for what were looking for! The place was super cute and clean, we also had everything we needed for a little glamping night. They also have a variety of board games you could play and even had some walking trails you could go to. There were also so many birds and chipmunks, and so many stars at night, it honestly felt like we were hours away from the city! We would recommend this place to anyone, and would love to come back one day!

Mat

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Avant Gardens

It was beautiful! Eugena had everything ready for our arrival. Very easy to find and exactly as listed. Rustic, quiet, and the property is well maintained. The washroom is great! I highly recommend this for an overnight adventure. Close to the city and a hidden gem.

Shauna

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Elk Island Getaway

This experience was hands down one of the most memorable times for myself and the ones I shared it with. The cost was beyond reasonable. If anyone is looking to create any life long lasting memories, this is by far your best bet. The host and her family are very accommodating, yet allow for the privacy you are hoping to achieve by getting out of the city in the first place. The property is breathtakingly beautiful and very well kept. Very enjoyable and not once problem or inconvenience arose for us, I couldnt have imagined a better result considering what we were looking to obtain. I would highly recommend this property and I know I will definitely have this at the top of my list going forward.

Karl

August 2025

1 night at Avant Gardens

We had a nice time at the Rustic Cabin. It was a quick 45 minute drive from our house and the directions were perfect. Eugena was easy to communicate with and the property was beautifully kept. We enjoyed the quiet afternoon, and the temperature dropped overnight so we could have a great sleep. The only problem was that the train whistle woke me up a few times, but other than that, it was a great place to visit. We will visit again!

Ryan

August 2025

1 night at Avant Gardens

Such a beautiful and peaceful experience. We just got away for one evening but the second we arrived we were able to turn off and chill. The communication was fantastic and kept us up to date with any little issues that had occured. It is very very rustic and we wished we had been able to stay longer, there was a box of camping supplies for bits we had missed. We walked around the property and loved every second. Will return

Anika

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Avant Gardens

Loved our stay at the rustic cabin over the weekend! Eugena and wife were very accommodating. They’re good hosts and care about the guests a lot. Resident dog Guillermo was a delight, such a good boy!

Mark

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Elk Island Getaway

We stayed in the rustic cabin it was nice quiet peaceful lots of spots for tenters

Mildred

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Avant Gardens

Beautiful cabin and property. Right on a farmland. If you like that isolated feeling, this is perfect. Many greenery around. We went for a walk and enjoyed the privacy. We even got to see her cows. Close to town to grab stuff and even to use the washroom at the grocery store. Things to note, there’s no electricity, no wifi. It rained during our stay and the cabin was so cold, only source of heat is by lightening a fire through the wood stove.