This Rocky Mountain Lodge is located in the heart of a vast wilderness area along the remote and seldom visited eastern boundary of Canada’s Glacier National Park.
There are no roads penetrating the wilderness surrounding the lodge, and access is by scheduled helicopter shuttle from the mountain town of Golden, British Columbia. The cost for this 10 to 15 minute helicopter flight is included with your accommodation package.
The lodge itself, is situated on an extensive alpine plateau (the largest in southern British Columbia) called Bald Mountain, and has a commanding presence just above timberline, at an elevation of 7200 feet. Copperstain Mountain is just across the Spillimacheen River to the north east of the lodge, and the ramparts of the Selkirk Mountains, including Mount Sir Donald are directly west of the lodge across the Beaver River Valley. This combination of gentle alpine meadows, moderate sub-alpine slopes, and challenging yet accessible mountain peaks and ridges, is simply not found anywhere else in western Canada.
Summer visitors enjoy virtually any type of self-propelled recreation. From a casual stroll in the alpine to challenging ridge walks, we have the place for you.
Miles of gently rolling meadows stretch to the horizon, lush with wildflowers. Mountain summits, extensive ridgelines, tumbling creeks and waterfalls, alpine lakes, and glacier views abound.
During the summer we host everyone from serious hikers looking for a special getaway without the need to pack a tent or cook stove, to honeymooners and others who are simply looking for an escape from crowded resorts and busy Parks. Aspiring artists and photographers find their peace and solitude here. Those simply ducking stress for a few days find time to relax on the deck, watch hummingbirds, or read a good book between short outings.
The wildflowers are stunning, and a trip along the edge of the escarpment that defines the western edge of this plateau, delivers mountain viewscapes that defy description. The spectacular surroundings just beg for a long lazy picnic in the summer sun.
Minor summits on the plateau lure more energetic walkers, and several adjacent alpine bowls are tempting to those eager to explore their hidden wonders. Veteran hikers will find extensive ridgelines leading to mountain summits with views all the way north to the Columbia Icefields, and south to the Bugaboos.
Several loop tours are possible, many of which link a number of high passes and peaks. No matter your preference, we have the guides to take you there.
Guides: During the summer, our guided outings are always sensitive to the prevailing interests and energy levels of the guests. The daily itinerary generally includes two options:
1. One guide will likely focus on a more gentle meadow walk which travels at a casual pace, with plenty of opportunity for photography and nature study. While this guide is generally out all day, the quality and special natural highlights of our area are emphasized more than the total distance covered. Options usually exist for those wishing a shorter day to loop back to the lodge early.
2. A second guide would most likely go beyond the meadows and undertake a more rigorous day, and depending on the group, choose a moderate or strenuous hike up one of the many surrounding ridgelines to enjoy lunch on a mountain summit. From here, some participants choose to soak in the views during a leisurely lunch, and eventually retrace their steps back to the lodge. Others may continue with the guide on an extended loop tour via spectacular connecting ridges and bowls, returning to the lodge late in the afternoon - ready for appetizers.
In the summer, you are also free to head out on your own, without a guide. We hope you’ll review the more detailed summer program information below, and join us for a summer escape.

Lodge… Services
Far from the world of telephones, televisions and highways, on the outside, the lodge compliments its spectacular mountain environment. But on the inside, we offer the welcoming comforts of a fine home. The main floor has a spacious and open floor plan and is dominated by massive wooden timbers and expansive windows framing spectacular views in every direction. A central glassed in fireplace divides the living room from our dining area.
The Dining Room
…has received rave reviews from many publications, including "Gourmet Magazine". The coffee and tea service, includes organic, locally roasted coffee and a variety of herbal, black & green teas, and is accompanied by our snack bar, featuring freshly created baked goods, our fresh fruit basket and snacks.
Guests are invited to help themselves at any time of the day or night, with our compliments.
The Cash Bar
…stocks a nice variety of domestic beer, cider, liqueurs, and soft drinks, as well as both domestic and imported wines. Happy Hour begins at the lodge when guests return from their daily outings.
Guests also appreciate the large boot room/entry on the main floor, which offers plenty of space to hang clothing and equipment.
An additional feature of the upper level is a bright and airy library/reading room with large sliding glass doors onto the balcony. This is a superb place to while away a couple of hours with a good book.
Guestrooms are private, and ring the perimeter of the building on the top floor of the lodge. There are only ten guestrooms, accommodating just 20-30 guests at one time, allowing us to offer a standard of service that is 'Beyond Expectation'. In the tradition of a fine old guest house, or Victorian Era Inn, the interior core of this guest accommodations level. Private toilet and shower rooms are just a step across the hall from the guestrooms, are cleaned daily, and offer a civilized approach to a backcountry experience.
The Sauna
The lodge has a traditional wood fired cedar sauna that is just what the doctor ordered after a day of exercise in the outdoors. A few minutes in a steamy sauna to soothe away sore joints or stiff muscles, is a sure fired recipe to a good nights sleep. During the winter, guests have been known to take a dive in the snow to maximize the benefits of our "backcountry spa".