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4.5(89 reviews)

Whistle Bare Campground

1912 Whistle Bare Rd, Cambridge, ON N1R 5S3, Canada

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About This Campsite

Whistle Bare Campground

Discover the rustic charm of Whistle Bare Campground, a serene getaway with a strong sense of community and natural beauty. Tucked away in an idyllic location, this campground offers travelers a unique blend of peaceful solitude and engaging outdoor activities.

Features

The Whistle Bare Campground boasts a variety of outdoor activities designed to meet the needs of nature enthusiasts. Highlights include:

  • Swimming pond
  • Fishing ponds
  • Proximity to the Whistle Bear Golf Club

Essential Tips

  • Peace and Quiet: Please note that the campground enforces a strict noise policy after 11 PM, ensuring a quiet environment for all guests.
  • Storage and Convenience: The campground offers gated access for 5th Wheel Trailer storage and is conveniently close to HWY 401, providing ease of access for travelers.
  • Basic Amenities: While the campground provides electric hookups, users are advised to check the poles for consistency. Garbage disposal requires a trip to a dumpster that's about a mile away, and there is no available WiFi.
  • Pest Control: The campground does not spray for mosquitoes, so extra precautions may be needed.
  • Speed Limits: Please adhere to the posted speed limit of 15 KM/H within the campground to maintain a safe and serene environment for all.
  • Seasonal Considerations: If camping in the fall, be prepared for pine sap and needles, especially if you're staying near pine trees.

Staff and Community

The staff at Whistle Bare Campground, particularly individuals like Laura, are known for their friendliness and helpfulness, often going out of their way to ensure a pleasant experience for visitors. However, some reviews indicate that interactions with certain long-term residents may vary.

Overall Thoughts

Guests appreciate Whistle Bare Campground for its spacious, clean sites and excellent fishing opportunities. Its proximity to local attractions and easy access to major highways make it an attractive option for both short-term visits and seasonal stays. While some amenities are lacking, the dedicated staff and natural beauty make it a worthwhile destination for those seeking a tranquil outdoor escape.

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Reviews

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Jason Foreman

08/14/2024

Nice little campground, good swimming pond and fishing ponds. Only problem i had was absolutely no noise after 11, can understand quiet but not complete silence

Lucy Nakarada

06/23/2024

5th Wheel Trailer storage for many years! Very happy with gated access to storage area and site. Friendly and helpful staff. Loved the proximity to HWY 401!

Amy Jones

08/01/2023

Very nice area of Canada. It is convenient to the whistle Bear Golf Club. It is a quiet campground. It does lack a few amenities that others offer. There is no wifi. Electric may not be consistent check your pole. Garbage must be taken to dumpster close to a mile away. There is a lot of dirt and the campground does not spray for mosquitoes. We still enjoyed quality time with family. Please drive slowly!!! Local residents say it is the only sin to drive fast through the campground. They have big plans for the future! It’s a shame they don’t have more goals to take care of the existing residents.

mikejamesalt

10/17/2023

I struggled with how to review this campground... We were looking forward to trying a new place to camp. Not knowing how the check in process goes and not seeing anywhere to park, I pulled up the lane and jumped out to check in. I guess someone pulled in behind me and was quite upset I didn't leave him enough room to get around. First interaction at the campground was someone calling me names. Not a welcoming start. The person that checked me in, Laura, was really nice and apologized for other person. Fast forward a couple hours and the couple we were spending the weekend with in the site beside us show up. We decide to back their trailer in so we can be awning to awning expecting a lot of rain and a person named Bob came over quite irate about this saying we were doing everything wrong and we were going to mess up their septic system (not exactly sure how?). I guess Bob does some work for the campground and was upset we weren't going to do things his way. We assured him we were going to use the proper hook ups and assured him this isn't our first time and we weren't there to cause any issues. He calmed down and we had a quiet night. The next morning I was pulling into the campground and as I was parking I received a phone call that someone complained I was speeding through the campground. I assured the person I was doing the posted 15 KM/H speed limit but I would keep her suggestion to watch my speed in mind. We're less than 24 hours in and we've now had three negative interactions. After all this, there are people there that are nice, including my neighbor who offered me his level when I was trying to get my RV levelled up. So, front desk person Laura gets 5 starts, the campground is nice, the sites are big and well treed but some of the seasonal residents bring this campground down to the point we're not sure we'll be back or recommend it to anyone else. 2.5 stars. 3 items of note. The overnight sites are close to the 401. It is constant noise. If you're camping in the fall, the pine trees drop heavy amounts of sap and needles. We were going home to winterize. It was a lot of work to clean up. Site 30 is not a pull through site unless you plan to use site 29 to pull out. Backing out is required for a larger trailer.

Darlene McLeod

08/27/2022

First time ever to whistle Bare which was just a short drive from home. It was great having the taste of what a seasonal would be like for a week. Great spacious clean sites. Fantastic fishing... absolutely a hidden gem! Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Thanks, whistle Bare!!!!! definitely returning for another great adventure!