Welcoming Summer, Renovations and Updates

Summer is now in full swing at Manning Park Resort! Seeing the resort and park full of activity was well worth the wait knowing we can now all safely adventure together. All the regular campgrounds are now open, we’ve extended our hours of operation resort-wide, and we are ready to welcome you for a summer packed full of outdoor adventure!

 

Your Adventure Starts Here

There is so much to explore in this slice of paradise in the Cascade Mountains:

  • Take a drive up to the Cascade Lookout to take in the views of the surrounding mountains during the day, and the stunning galaxy above by night.
  • Join Manning Park Interpreters for free educational workshops to learn about the flora and fauna of the park. Events run 6-days a week. View upcoming programs.
  • Take a hike (any hike!) to view the stunning wildflowers as they reach peak bloom at the end of July and early August.
  • Explore Lightning Lake by boat! Rent a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard from the Boathouse; now open 7-days a week.
  • Sip a signature cocktail on the patio at the Pinewoods Dining Room and try one of our fresh items from our new Summer menu.
  • Book a getaway with all the comforts of home and none of the distractions of daily life. From cabins to lodge rooms, there is an accommodation type for everyone. Adventure awaits!

 

Standard Cabin Renovations

In a previous update, we wrote that we would be renovating all the Standard Cabins this Spring. Due to supply chain delays on necessary materials, we have completed 5 of the 15 cabin renovations thus far. We will be consistently working on completing the remainder of the cabins as more product and supplies become available, which we are targeting to be later this Summer and early Fall.

We are so excited with how the cabins are coming together so far, and the wait for them all to be completed will be well worth it. Here’s a sneak peek of one of the fully renovated Standard Cabins:

 

Loon Lagoon Fitness Centre

During COVID-19 restrictions, we have been taking time to perform maintenance on the Loon Lagoon. This maintenance is still in progress, and we will provide updates closer to the date we estimate it will re-open. Thank you for your patience as we work to complete this project, as we know you are all eager for this facility to re-open.

 

Kitchen Renovations

The Pinewoods Dining Room kitchen renovations are now complete! Join us inside or on the patio for new items and old favourites from our brand new Summer menu.

 

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Last Chance for Early, Early Bird Rates on Winter 2021/2022 Season Passes!

June 30 is your LAST CHANCE to take advantage of the best rates of the year.

Purchase your Nordic or Midweek Alpine season pass today! With reduced rates on Nordic season passes and heavy discounts on midweek alpine passes, there is no better time to buy.

*A reminder that we are sold out of full access Alpine season passes

 

See you soon!

Major Improvements coming to Manning Park Resort – updated photos!

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Five New Cabins and Fresh Pavement (2017)

Five premium cabins are to be built this summer, with a planned total of 25 new cabins to be constructed over a 5-year period.

Complete road paving will be done around the Resort from the highway exit to the Pinewoods building.

Guests will enjoy the finished renovations and refurbishing of Pinewoods Dining Room and accommodations.

Kevin Demers, owner of Manning Park Resort, announced these major capital improvements scheduled for this spring at Manning Park Resort.

Resort guests have frequently requested more cabin accommodations, particularly in peak seasons; “We turn away a lot of families during our busy seasons,” Demers says referencing both outdoor recreation visitors as well as the growing number of weddings at the Resort. “The ‘cabin market’ is growing more popular every year.”

“Gathering your family or friends to stay in a cabin in a beautiful park is an incredibly Canadian experience and it creates life-long memories,” adds Mike Barker, general manager of Manning Park Resort. “We are delighted to announce the short term plan of 5 new cabins starting immediately, with a longer plan of building 25 in total.”

The new premium cabins will sleep up to 12 people, with 2 complete bathrooms. They will each feature a loft and a large covered deck. Most cabins will be located near Windy Joe’s Hall, with some planned around the existing cabins.

Work begins this week on the premium cabins with the first footings and foundations being poured. Demers plans a phased approach to building the cabins, scheduling 5 cabins to be built per year, over the span of 5 years. By the time all the cabins are finished, the total investment just in that area alone will exceed $2 million.

The anticipated completion date for the first five cabins is the fall of 2017.

The second large project moving forward this month is the paving of the area around the Resort between the highway exits, including around the Alpine Room and Pinewoods building.

This project represents a significant investment of $150 000, but as Mike Barker, the general manager states, “with the huge amount of traffic passing through, we recognized that this is an essential upgrade. Not only will this improve our summer and winter access, but motorcyclists will definitely breathe a sigh of relief when it’s completed!”

These developments come hot on the heels of the recently completed Alpine Room, a 3500 square foot function room addition to the Pinewoods building. With a capacity of 200 people, its main purpose as a function room for weddings, corporate meetings and other group events has been well received.

Further upgrades to infrastructure around the Resort include floor and ceiling refurbishments in the Pinewoods Dining Room, as well as updates and repairs to accommodations and pool facilities.

All Resort facilities will remain open during upgrades. GM, Mike Barker adds, “We are working hard to keep Manning Park Resort your premier destination for year-round fresh air experiences. Thank you for your understanding as we work to improve it!”

When asked about the effect of these significant investments, Kevin Demers commented, “We need to tell the world west of Manning Park that we are here and we have a lot to offer.”

Plans for the new cabins will be coming soon! Please see our Operation Notes regarding the renovations and upgrades here: https://manningpark.com/renovations-and-upgrades-operation-notes/

Come up to check out the progress throughout the summer!

Plans designed by:

Raymond S. Bonter, Designer Ltd.
www.raymondbonterdesigner.ca
“Trusted Leader in Home Design for Over Half a Century”

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June 23, 2017
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