Nestled perfectly with the majestic Bull Mountain as your backdrop and breathtaking vistas of Clark Peak stretching before you, the Dancing Moose Yurt offers an unparalleled retreat into nature’s embrace. This spacious 20-foot yurt is designed for comfort and accessibility, accommodating up to 9 guests while being fully ADA compliant. Situated on the edge of a vast, open clearing, it’s an ideal sanctuary for larger groups seeking room to roam and revel in the great outdoors. Summer access is conveniently by car, while winter transforms the journey into an adventurous ski-in or snowmachine experience, just a quarter-mile from the yurt.
$200 – $225 / Night
Your Cozy Mountain Home Away From Home: What’s Included
The Dancing Moose Yurt is thoughtfully equipped to ensure a comfortable and memorable stay. Sleeping arrangements are versatile, featuring (2) twin over full bunk beds, (1) twin over twin bunk bed, and (1) twin trundle bed, providing ample space for everyone. The fully stocked kitchen is a culinary haven, complete with pots, pans, dishes, utensils, a classic percolator for your morning coffee, an electric cooktop for easy meal prep, and a wood stove for both cooking and cozy warmth. A solar system provides convenient outlets to charge your essential devices and gear, keeping you connected when needed. For dining and gathering, a fold-out table and chairs are provided. Stepping outside, you’ll find an ADA-accessible vault toilet room for your convenience, a generous supply of wood for the stove, and an outdoor grill ready for your charcoal cookouts.
Pack Smart for Your Dancing Moose Adventure: Essential Items to Bring
To fully enjoy your yurt experience, remember to bring a few key items. Comfortable bedding or a sleeping bag and pillows are essential for restful nights. Pack your favorite foods and plenty of water, as well as washcloths and garbage bags to maintain the yurt’s pristine condition. We embrace a pack-in, pack-out ethos, a cherished tradition of leaving our cabins even better than we found them, both inside and out. Before departing, please meticulously ensure you have gathered all your belongings and food items, including often-overlooked items like spices, condiments, and coffee. A Yonder Yurt dumpster is available at our office near the park entrance for trash disposal. Please note that littering around the yurt or within the State Forest State Park will result in fines, so let’s keep this natural paradise beautiful for everyone.
Embracing the Unplugged Experience: What to Expect (And What’s Not Included)
The Dancing Moose Yurt offers a unique opportunity to disconnect from the everyday and reconnect with nature. Please be aware that there are no showers or running water facilities at this location. Guests should plan to bring an adequate supply of potable water for drinking and cooking. Alternatively, during warmer months, water can be sourced from fill-up stations near North Michigan Reservoir. In winter, melting snow provides a water source, but remember to bring your own filtration systems to ensure water purity. Embrace the digital detox as there is no Wi-Fi and no cell service available at the yurt. While this offers a fantastic chance to truly unplug and immerse yourself in the outdoors, we strongly recommend bringing a satellite phone, two-way radio, or Personal Locator Beacon for emergency situations, ensuring peace of mind during your mountain escape.
