Summer Stoke

There’s a reason why Banff and Lake Louise are so well known. These areas have a rich history as Canada’s most iconic mountain towns and Canada’s first National Park. There are numerous hikes right at your doorstep. You don’t have to travel  very far out of town to find some jaw dropping views to share with the other visitors who come here to experience the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

The word Yoho is a Cree expression of amazement or awe, and it is a very accurate description for the spectacular landscape of massive ice fields and mountain peaks that rank among the highest in the Canadian Rockies. Yoho is bordered by Kootenay National Park on the southern side and Banff National Park on the eastern side in Alberta. Not as well known as other areas but it is well worth the visit. The quaint small town of Field is home to the parks administrative and visitor centre.

Driving along the Icefields Parkway in itself is an amazing experience. Once you gain some elevation it gets even better! Jasper National Park is the largest in the Canadian Rockies and is another must see destination with numerous hiking trails to choose from.

Not as well known as its neighbouring mountain towns, Golden is a small town that sits in a unique spot. With three mountain ranges surrounding it; the Purcells, Selkirk’s and Rockies, there are many ways to go from here. It’s a great spot to base out of and spend some days exploring. Golden and area doesn’t get as busy as other mountain towns, so if  you prefer to enjoy your views a bit further from the crowds, this place might be your best bet.

Home to the famous Rogers Pass which was the last area to be completed connecting coast to coast on Canada’s transcontinental railway. This area is steeped in history,  Legendary Swiss mountain Guides forged numerous trails through the mountains here. Now a ski touring Mecca in the winter time, this park is just as breathtaking in the summer.

Revelstoke and the Park receive a bit more rainfall than other areas. This creates a more lush temperate inland rainforest. No need to travel all the way to the  west coast to explore ancient old growth forests that lead up to beautiful glacier topped mountain views. 

Let us show you around our neck of the woods. We have a tonne of amazing hikes in mind  in and outside of the park boundaries. For all abilities and views desired, be it; waterfalls, lakes and streams, forests, alpine meadows or mountain tops. If you can’t commit to a whole day, we have some great short hikes to make it a fun half day as well.

A walk in the woods is good for the soul. Do you want to check out for a few days and just reset? Let us take care of all the logistics. 

We offer multi day backpacking trips, or we can base out of Golden and explore various areas over a number of days.

There are many huts in and outside of the parks that we can use to base out of. It gives us the numerous advantages and ensures that we can get some full days in. Sleeping at elevation has its perks too. No city lights makes for some epically starry skies, if you can stay up that late and aren’t too tuckered out! Some lodges have saunas to wash up and reset your weary bones at the end of the day, which is an incredible treat to end the day with.

Have something on the bucket list you just need to check off, let’s do it together! We would love to help make your dreams a reality. Contact us today!