Escape rooms are a lot of fun! An escape room is an immersive adventure game in which players must work together to find clues and solve puzzles to achieve an objective in the story of the game. Players “escape” when they have solved all of the puzzles within a specified time. Some teams are successful, and some aren’t. Use cooperation, teamwork and thinking outside the box for your best chance of a successful escape!

No! The entrance door is always unlocked and you can exit the game at any time in case of emergency, to use the washroom or if you just need a break. The exit door will be locked: this is the door you are trying to unlock to solve the game.

No! This is a fun experience that tests your wits and cleverness. It is not designed to scare you.

Contact us by email at escapecamppicton@gmail.com

Contact us by phone at 613-319-0416

At this time, masks and vaccine proof are not required to play.

Escape Camp Picton welcomes mask-wearing. Our Game Masters will happily wear a mask upon request, (if they aren’t already when you arrive!)

All bookings are private bookings which means that you will only play with those in your party. Generally, there is limited contact between your party and any other parties, even in common spaces.

We are open 7 days a week.

Book online.

We are happy to find a time that works for you if our schedule doesn’t meet your needs. Contact us to inquire.

Advance booking is strongly encouraged at Escape Camp Picton. Advance bookings can be made up to two hours prior to the published game time.

Drop-ins will be accommodated if possible. We strongly encourage you to call (613.319.0416) or email in advance to confirm that a last-minute booking is possible.

Bookings are made online and all available time slots are listed on our online calendar.

Click here to view our calendar and book

Bookings can be made online at any time. CLICK HERE TO BOOK

You can also contact us to inquire about availability outside of our Regular Hours

The games have been designed to challenge adults, but our games can certainly be enjoyed by younger children and their families. “Master Spy Academy” is well suited to younger players and family groups.

There is nothing gory, graphic or scary about our rooms that make them inappropriate for younger players.

Can I leave my kids at the escape room?

• For everyone’s enjoyment and safety, players 10 and under must have an adult in the room with them to play.

• Players 11-12 must have an adult chaperone on site with them. The adult does not need to play, but they must remain on-site for the duration of the game.

• Players 13+ may play without an adult chaperone on site.

All players must sign a gameplay waiver. All players under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign the waiver on their behalf.

Other info:

• All ages are welcome in the escape rooms.

• Anyone age 6+ is considered a “player” and must pay full price.

• Anyone 5 and under is considered a “non-player” and can tag along for free. Non-playing children MUST stay with, and in the care of their guardians throughout the game.

• For everyone’s safety and comfort, the total number of players and non-players cannot exceed the game room maximum.

Master Spy Academy:
60-minute experience for 1-12 players

A Spy’s Workshop:
60-minute experience for 1-5 players

The Secret Guild:
60-minute experience for 1-10 players

**Smaller groups of 1-5 may be given additional time to solve the game if the game schedule permits.

All rooms are private rooms. There are no minimum number of players required to make a booking. Maximum numbers will be strictly enforced.

Groups of up to 5 players – $150 + HST
Each additional player is $20 + HST per person.
All prices in Canadian dollars.

Guests 5 and under are considered non-players and can tag along for free, as long as the total number of people in the room does not exceed the maximum for the room.

There are no age-based discounts or group rates. Occasionally, Escape Camp Picton will announce discounts and promotions through Facebook, Instagram and our Enewsletter. Like us, follow us and subscribe for deals!

Bookings are non-refundable.

• Bookings can be exchanged for store credit or rescheduled to a later date with at least 24 hours notice, without penalty.

• Bookings that are cancelled less than 24 hours of the game date/time will be charged for the full amount of their booking without the opportunity for exchange or credit. This also applies to no-shows.

To modify a booking, contact us at escapecamppicton@gmail.com or call 613-319-0416.

WEATHER POLICY:

Master Spy Academy is an outdoor game. In the event of inclement weather (extreme heat, persistent rain/thunderstorms) the game cannot be played for safety reasons.

Exchanges or store credit will be offered in the event of a weather cancellation. Refunds are not available. Every effort will be made to reschedule your group to another date/time, book you into an indoor game or exchange for an Arrow’s Secret play-at-home puzzle box. If an exchange cannot be made, you will be issued store credit which can be used for any of Escape Camp Picton’s games and products and never expires.

Contact us at escapecamppicton@gmail.com or call 613-319-0416 within an hour of your booking to discuss weather cancellation.

Code of Conduct: Escape Camp Picton is committed to providing an environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and where all individuals are safe. Harassment, abuse and violent acts will not be tolerated from any person. Discrimination and hate speech have no place at Escape Camp Picton.

Players are expected to:

• Share in the responsibility for creating an environment free of harassment, violence, abuse and discrimination

• NOT play the game if under the influence of alcohol or drugs

• Conduct themselves in a manner that is conducive to everyone’s enjoyment of the game

• Respect the property of Escape Camp Picton, and not wilfully damage anything while on the premises

• Sign a confidentiality agreement, agreeing not to disclose the details of the game or its solutions to others after playing

• Sign a waiver and release prior to playing the game

Any player who does not meet these expectations will not be permitted to play the game and may be ejected from the premises.

Master Spy Academy is a 60-minute experience.

A Spy’s Workshop is a 60-minute experience.

The Secret Guild is a 60-minute experience. Smaller groups of up to 5 people may be granted additional time to solve the game if the schedule permits.

Some teams will complete the room in less than the maximum time, some teams will need the full time. You will want to budget up to 90 minutes for your experience including prep time, playtime and escape celebrations!

No. All bookings at Escape Camp Picton are private bookings. You will only play with members of your group.

Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled game start time.

Leave time to find the location, and be sure to sign your digital waivers before you arrive.

Each booking gets 60 minutes in the room. If you are late, we may not be able to extend your time in the room, so make sure you arrive early so you get your full allocated play time.

No electronic devices are allowed in the room or in the outdoor game. You will be provided with a locker to lock up your valuables during the game.

Yes, in our indoor rooms only. The Game Room Master uses closed-circuit TV to monitor and assist your game.

The games have been designed to provide a medium challenge level: challenging enough for experienced players to enjoy, but still accessible for new players.

The success rate for A Spy’s Workshop (our small room) is 48%

The success rate for The Secret Guild (larger group room) is 30%

Due to the historical nature of the site, Escape Camp Picton is not a barrier-free experience.

The parking area is unpaved, and players must cross uneven gravel and grass to access the building. The building itself has three stairs at the entrance and exit. Washroom facilities are non-gendered, non-accessible port-a-potties.

Our outdoor games are played on uneven terrain and involve activities of a physical/active nature. Most of the puzzles involve reading/sight and some involve hearing and speaking.

Once inside the building, the entire game experience is located on a single level with limited barriers for guests with mobility concerns (inquire about The Secret Guild if you use a mobility aid or wheelchair). Accommodations are available for players who cannot complete the limited physical requirements of the game.

The escape room games include visual, tactile and audio clues. Instructions are delivered orally – printed briefing notes are available for players with hearing loss.

Service animals are welcome. Support persons accompanying people with disabilities are entitled to a 50% discount (inquire by email).

We are happy to discuss individual accessibility needs and are eager to accommodate in any way we can. Please contact us to start a conversation. The nature of the games is that not all tasks will/must be completed by all players. Activities can be divided up based on the abilities of the players.

Escape Camp Picton is a unique, immersive escape room located at Base 31, a former WW2 air force training base. The site is steeped in history, and as the only remaining British Commonwealth Air Training Plan site in the world. With so many buildings still intact, it is one of Eastern Ontario’s most inspiring architectural heritage sites.

We have developed escape rooms inspired by the military training history of the site, integrating artifacts and reproductions into the design and decor. Escape Camp Picton is designed and operated by one of Prince Edward County’s most creative families with award-winning designers, experienced event producers, innovative fabricators and multi-media artists in their ranks.

Yes! Escape Camp Picton has developed a number of educational experiences, all steeped in history!

The experiences include:

• Playing a one-hour escape room game at Escape Camp Picton

• A second activity which could include:

• A historical walking tour of Camp Picton

• Improvisation workshop to build confidence, communication and team play

• Hands-on workshop and lecture on espionage techniques throughout history – make your own cipher!

• Behind-the-scenes demonstration on building Escape Room stories and puzzles

Pricing and duration depend on the number of students and the type of activity you choose.

Our education programs are ideally suited to Middle School, Secondary or Post-Secondary groups. Not suitable for primary school students.

Contact us for availability and pricing.

BASE31 is a dynamic and ever changing historic site to visit. Please drop by the visitor centre at the main gate on your way in to see what is open during your visit or visit www.base31.ca for more details.

The Camp Picton site is a historical site, and as such it is not serviced with running water. We recommend using the washroom before coming to Escape Camp Picton as our washroom facilities are a single port-a-potty. Washrooms are NOT available between December and March. Refer to this map of public washrooms in Prince Edward County. In colder months, please dress in layers: the buildings are heated but drafty, and some players are more comfortable wearing sweaters and light jackets when playing.