Resort Information

In the 19th century, the area surrounding Val Marie was known as The Crossing. It was here, midway between Wood Mountain and Fort Walsh, that patrols of the North West Mounted Police crossed the Frenchman River. Today, The Crossing Resort is where visitors cross over from altered, farmed prairie to wide open, unfenced natural Prairie protected within Grasslands National Park. A few steps from your suite or tentsite in our campground will take you directly into the Park.

The Park is home to a variety of unique wildlife such as black tailed prairie dogs, badgers and several species of snakes. Birders delight in being able to see endangered species such as sage grouse, burrowing owls, sprague's pipits and various raptors including golden eagles and ferruginous hawks.

Take advantage of our 'Bed and Bale' service and ride directly into the park with your own horse, or visit www.lazyd.ca to rent horses.

The picnic shelter plus additional Gazebo tents can be rented for group functions and meals and picnics.

Vacation Suites

Enjoy a quiet, private vacation in one of our two suites; hear the coyotes sing at night from the comfort of your bed and enjoy the vibrant song of the meadowlark during a daily walk into the Park from your suite. Gaze at stars in a night sky unpolluted by artificial light from the privacy of your deck.

Each suite has a kitchenette, sitting room and a bedroom with half bath attached plus a wonderful view east of 70 Mile Butte in the Park. All utensils, bedding and towels are supplied. One suite features two single beds; the other has a double bed. Two cots/suite are available on request. A deluxe breakfast basket for two can be purchased if required. High speed wireless internet is available in both suites. Cell phone coverage is also available, however a land line telephone can be provided if needed. Pets are welcome. Both suites are non-smoking.

Camp with the Coyotes

The Crossing Resort Campground There are 8 level tent sites on a hillside; each has a picnic table and looks directly into the Park. Two sites can accommodate large tents for group campers. There are spaces in a separate location for RV units and camper vans. An enclosed picnic shelter with power and light are is situated within the tent campground, along with a water supply for cooking and washing.

TIPI RENTAL
Two 24 foot tipis can be rented to accommodate up to ten people each. You supply your own bedding. The Picnic shelter is used for cooking. The tipis rent at the following rates:

Per person, nightly rate $10.
Base rate if only one person $20.

RV Campground Rates

Camper vans, truck campers and trailers under with up to two people are $15/night

Two 20 amp electrical sites are available at $20.00/night
There is a $5.00 charge/night for each additional person.

No generators allowed after hours.
Use of showers is included in price.
No charge for children under 7.
Potable water available for onsite consumption.
Grey water disposal available.
Sewage disposal available.
Prices include PST and GST.

All dollar amounts are in Canadian funds. MasterCard and Visa accepted.

Email Ken Jensen @ the.crossing.ken@sasktel.net

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