Business Details
41 Years
experience
Family-Oriented Camping in St. Malo, Manitoba
Since 1985, Debonair Campground has been dedicated to providing family-friendly camping experiences that create lasting memories. Founded by JP & Agnes Gosselin, our campground has grown to 204 sites while maintaining a peaceful, cooperative environment. We prioritize family atmosphere with 187 seasonal and 17 casual overnight sites, offering amenities like private beaches, play structures, and Wi-Fi.Our 97% return rate reflects our commitment to quality, supported by a full-time maintenance team and weekend night attendants. Located 40 minutes south of Winnipeg near St. Malo, we contribute to the local economy and community growth while inviting visitors to explore our tropical-themed grounds firsthand.
Services
Seasonal Camping
Casual Camping
RV Sites
Private Beach
Play Structures
Wi-Fi Access
Volleyball Courts
Horseshoes
Bonfire Areas
RV Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of family-oriented camping experience.
- Our 97% customer return rate proves our commitment to quality.
- We maintain a peaceful environment with full-time maintenance staff.
- Our tropical-themed grounds include private beaches and play structures.
- We contribute to local community growth through seasonal employment.
What people say
Peaceful environment
Play structures
Tropical feel
97% return rate
Family atmosphere
Services
Seasonal Camping
Enjoy unrestricted access from spring through fall with our seasonal camping options. Our 187 dedicated sites allow families to personalize their camping experience while maintaining a peaceful environment. Seasonal guests benefit from consistent amenities and community-building activities throughout the summer months.
Casual Camping
Bookable overnight accommodations available May through October. Our 17 casual sites maintain family atmosphere with single-family occupancy policies. Reservations ensure availability while our tropical-themed grounds provide unique recreational opportunities for children and adults alike.
RV Maintenance
Comprehensive RV care services including seasonal setup and winterization. Our staff provides maintenance support for campers storing or using recreational vehicles on-site. Services ensure proper functioning of water systems and equipment throughout the camping season.
Private Beach
Sandy shoreline area with tropical palm tree ambiance for family relaxation. The beach area includes swimming access to our pond while implementing zebra mussel prevention protocols. Adjacent facilities maintain water quality standards for guest enjoyment.
Play Structures
Three dedicated play areas with age-appropriate equipment throughout the campground. Structures prioritize safety while encouraging physical activity and social interaction among children. Play zones are strategically located to create natural gathering spaces for families.
People
JP & Agnes Gosselin
Founders
Established Debonair Campground in 1985 with a vision for family-oriented camping. Built the business over 30 years before passing stewardship to James Katsabanis in 2017.
James Katsabanis
Current Operator
Continuing the family camping tradition since April 2017. Maintains the original vision while ensuring modern standards of maintenance and guest experience.
Questions
What camping options are available?
We offer seasonal camping (April-October) with 187 sites and casual overnight camping (May-October) with 17 reservable sites.
What recreational amenities exist?
Our amenities include a private sandy beach, three play structures, two Wi-Fi hotspots, horseshoes, volleyball courts, and bonfire areas.
How do I make a reservation?
Casual camping requires advance reservations through our website. Seasonal sites operate on annual agreements with flexible access throughout the season.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain zebra mussel prevention protocols for water access. Night attendants ensure guest safety during weekends, and our grounds staff maintains facility standards year-round.
What's the local area like?
Located 40 minutes south of Winnipeg near St. Malo, our campground contributes to the community through seasonal employment and local contractor partnerships.
Can I visit without camping?
While facilities aren't publically open, we welcome drive-through visits to experience our tropical-themed grounds and amenities firsthand.
Reviews (5)
Melvin Haughey
Jul 19, 2020
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Just had a really nice five day stay here. Very nicely kept campground. Friendly staff. Nice beach at the lake if you have kids with you. Everything thing is spotlessly clean. Walking trails are all very well maintained. Perfect family campground.
Cant wait to visit again in the future.
Cant wait to visit again in the future.
Andy Fyon
Oct 19, 2019
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Stayed 1 night in late May, 2019. Excellent wifi, very friendly welcome and information provided by owner James, outdoor playground for kids, grounds are immaculately clean, roads are gravel but smooth and graded, large campsites, had 30 amp service and water, campsites are spacious, washroom / showers we're clean, laundry facilities we're clean. We would absolutely stay again.
Doug Scott
Aug 02, 2019
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We have stayed in campgrounds in many provinces and states in North America. This ranks right up there as one of the best we have encountered. We stayed in one of their overnight sites for 11 nights. We received great service from the owner and the office manager. The sites are level and accommodated our 36 foot motor home. The washrooms were clean with lots of hot water. We highly recommend this campground.
Ken MacDonald
Sep 10, 2018
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Did some tent camping here. Not many spots for that and I think only 1 spot with power (which we had). Overall a nice place. Would definitely come back if I had an RV but likely would go elsewhere if tenting! It has at least 3 play structures for young kids around as well as being really close to st malo beach. It also has its own little private beach which is alright. The water has a bit of algae/seaweed and frogs in it. It also has a flaring slide for kids and some large floating mats to use as well. It seems like the water level was really low this time around but otherwise a decent small beach
Melanie C.
Sep 02, 2018
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August long weekend was our first time staying here. We weren't disappointed! Two seasonal campers recommended this place to us and we absolutely loved it! Our children thought going trick or treating before Halloween was the best thing ever, and the movie the next night was just as good! If we could get a seasonal spot here, we would and we'd never leave!! I loved knowing my children were fine and safe walking around with friends. There is a very relaxed atmosphere and the owners are great! I was incredibly impressed with the bathrooms and shower area. I wasn't sure what to expect when it came
