Experience Cozy Dome Glamping on a Remote Canadian Island with Stunning 180-Degree Views and Northern Lights

Welcome to Siscoe Island’s winter wonderland.

The winter scene at Station Boréale belongs in a snow globe: shoveled pathways lead to a village of igloo-like structures with big picture windows and sun-filled skylights. The landscape is wooded and remote, and the locale is a tiny island on a lake in Western Quebec.

Year-Round Activities at Station Boréale

Station Boréale is a true destination — and one that’s well worth the effort it takes to get there. In the summer, the fun revolves around De Montigny Lake — which offers fishing, paddleboarding, and kayaking, with rentals readily available. Moreover, the lakefront Siscoe Golf Club is conveniently located onsite.

Experience Cozy Winter Retreats

Winters on Siscoe Island are notably special. Station Boréale’s eight lakefront domes were specifically designed for Quebec’s northern climate, providing a cozy respite from the harsh Canadian winter. The heated floors offer a warm welcome after a snowmobiling adventure in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue wilderness or a day spent exploring the frozen lake on skis or snowshoes. Consequently, the lofted beds are positioned under a domed skylight that provides unobstructed views of the night sky.

“As soon as I cross the bridge onto Siscoe Island, I am overcome by its enchanting beauty. It is my pleasure to put the experience I have acquired in the event industry to great use by creating a universe you are bound to remember,” said Melissa Drainville, Station Boréale’s general manager, on its website.

Oh, what a universe it is. Each of the eight domes at Station Boréale is outfitted with a full kitchen, a modern bathroom, and a living room with 180-degree views. In addition to the bed on the mezzanine under the skylight, the living room couch converts into a queen-size bed, allowing each dome to accommodate up to four guests.

The Allure of the Northern Lights

The magic of Station Boréale begins at sunset when the setting sun casts its waning light over the lake. Moreover, the domes, which are perched along the water on the western side of Siscoe Island, enjoy a front-row view. After dark, the magic shifts to the higher skies, where the Northern Lights and starry skies take center stage.

To access Station Boréale, travelers must cross the bridge to Siscoe Island on De Montigny Lake. The closest city, Val-d’Or, is a 15-minute drive to the south and features a small regional airport, Aéroport régional de Val-d’Or (CYVO). Additionally, the closest international airport, Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is a five-hour drive from Station Boréale.