HALFWAY HIKING FIELD GUIDE
Norway Camp: A Double‑Decker Yurt Base for Backcountry Skiing in Halfway, Oregon
A focused guide to a yurt camp designed for backcountry skiers — what the camp is, how long trips run, and the practical details you need to plan your stay.
Norway Camp: A Double‑Decker Yurt Base for Backcountry Skiing in Halfway, Oregon.
Norway Camp is a backcountry yurt camp operated by Wallowa Alpine Huts near Halfway, Oregon, centered on a 20‑foot, double‑decker yurt with a kitchen and dining area downstairs and sleeping space for up to eight guests above. The set‑up is purpose‑built for backcountry skiers who want comfortable shelter after days in the snow.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
20‑Foot Double‑Decker Yurt
The main structure is a spacious 20‑foot diameter, double‑decker yurt with a downstairs kitchen and dining area and sleeping quarters above that accommodate up to eight guests.
Designed for Backcountry Skiers
Norway Camp is configured specifically for backcountry skiing use, pairing rugged winter terrain access with communal camp facilities.
Sleeps Eight
The yurt’s sleeping loft is arranged to sleep up to eight people, making Norway Camp suited to small groups sharing a single backcountry base.
What the day feels like
What the Norway Camp Experience Feels Like
The experience centers on a communal yurt base where skiers break from the elements into a cozy downstairs kitchen and dining area, then retire to the sleeping loft above. Trips are offered as multi‑night stays in a remote, backcountry setting tailored to winter travel and skiing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this camp is (and isn’t) right for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Trips are offered as a Weekend Trip (4 days, 3 nights) and as a Midweek Trip (5 days, 4 nights).
The designated meeting location is The Boathouse at 38481 Sawmill Cutoff Ln, Halfway, Oregon 97834; confirm logistics and arrival details with the operator.
Norway Camp is designed for backcountry skiers, so plan for backcountry winter travel equipment and personal items appropriate for multi‑night stays; verify specific gear lists with the operator.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long are the trips to Norway Camp?
Weekend Trips run 4 days and 3 nights; Midweek Trips run 5 days and 4 nights.
Where do participants meet before the trip?
The meeting location is The Boathouse, 38481 Sawmill Cutoff Ln, Halfway, Oregon 97834.
How many people does the yurt sleep?
The yurt’s sleeping loft accommodates up to eight guests.
Who operates Norway Camp?
Norway Camp is operated by Wallowa Alpine Huts.
What is the accommodation like at Norway Camp?
The main structure is a 20‑foot diameter, double‑decker yurt with a downstairs kitchen and dining area and sleeping space above for up to eight people.
What are the trip prices?
Published weekend and midweek trip prices are listed as Weekend Trips: $2,881.79 and Midweek Trips: $3,458.15.