Escape to Cabin Falls Ecolodge, a picture-perfect retreat perched atop a 30-foot waterfall deep in the heart of wild Temagami. This intimate, hand-crafted wilderness sanctuary sits on the Lady Evelyn River, surrounded by thousands of acres of ancient old-growth pine forests.
Accessible only by floatplane or canoe with no roads leading to the property, this remote ecolodge offers the ultimate digital detox. Built in harmony with nature by Canadian adventurers, the lodge blends rustic elegance with environmental stewardship. Wake to birdsong and rushing water, enjoy natural swimming holes, sauna sessions, and stargazing while experiencing authentic wilderness living from May through October.
Their story
Cabin Falls Ecolodge is owned and managed by renowned Canadian adventurers Hap and Andrea Wilson, who share decades of wilderness-tripping experience and a deep love for Temagami. Andrea is an ethics professional and vice-chair of the environmental organization Earthroots. She brings her passion for interior and environmental design to the lodge’s rustic beauty. Hap, an award-winning artist, author, photographer, and former park ranger, co-founded Earthroots and has authored 14 books on wilderness conservation.
Together, they hand-crafted the ecolodge using draw knives to shape logs and create artisanal furniture. Materials were flown and paddled into the remote site. Their goal was to create an authentic wilderness experience that blends rustic elegance with environmental stewardship. Read more about them.
Sustainability actions
Lowest impact construction and operation
- Building materials come largely from recycled lumber and sustainably managed forests.
- All construction work, including log skinning and furniture making, is done by hand to minimize reliance on heavy machinery.
- The hand-crafted approach extends to artisanal furniture creation, with materials transported to the remote site by floatplane or canoe since no roads access the property.
Highest level of energy efficiency
- The property supports a simpler, lower-energy style of operation with fewer resource-intensive systems.
Pioneer in waste management
- The hosts maintain a light environmental footprint through comprehensive waste management practices.
- All organic waste is composted on-site, while refuse and recyclables are flown out of the park for proper disposal.
- Drinking water comes from a pure spring sourced from the old-growth pine forest, eliminating the need for treated or bottled water.
Using organic and chemical-free products
- Green products are used as much as possible to minimize environmental impact, and guests have the option to paddle in or out of the lodge to reduce reliance on floatplane transport.
Actively protects nature and community
- As directors of Earthroots, a grassroots environmental organization dedicated to protecting Ontario’s wilderness, wildlife, and watersheds, the owners demonstrate strong conservation values.
- The lodge acknowledges its location within traditional First Nations lands and expresses commitment to truth and reconciliation.
- Their Statement of Environmental Integrity emphasizes conservation-based values to ensure the pristine and sensitive location remains intact.
- The wilderness setting provides opportunities for rewilding and nature connection, encouraging guests to reconnect with the natural world as a way to restore balance in life.
Most Popular Activities Near Cabin Falls Ecolodge
- Guided hiking (moderately easy to challenging trails).
- Wildlife watching and birdwatching.
- Photography tours to seven unique waterfalls.
- Rewilding and nature connection experiences.
- Sauna sessions.
- Swimming in natural pools above the falls.
- Stargazing.
- Paddling access (canoe journeys in/out).
- Reading and relaxation on decks.
- Storytelling over drinks and dinner.
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Best Time To Visit Cabin Falls Ecolodge
- May through October, when the lodge operates and weather conditions are ideal for wilderness activities, hiking, and water-based experiences.