// September 22nd, 2011 // No Comments » // Uncategorized
The Orange Girl blog was kind enough to feature Cathedral Mountain Lodge in a recent post. The photographer and blogger visited the lodge with her husband for a three day get away and “loved every minute of it”. Check out the post here along with some of the beautiful accompanying photographs.
// July 27th, 2011 // No Comments » // Uncategorized
It’s been a busy summer season so far and we at Cathedral Mountain Lodge, along with our sister property Moraine Lake Lodge, are excited to celebrate Food Day Canada on July 30, 2011! We are one of over 300 restaurants that will be participating all across Canada! Located in the heart of stunning Yoho National Park, Cathedral Mountain Lodge marries the rustic beauty of our surrounding scenery with the luxury of cozy cabin lodging and fine dining. Our very own Executive Chef James Holmes will be featuring local and certified organic ingredients and embracing the cuisine of the Canadian Rockies. For more information about Food Day Canada visit http://foodday.ca/
// April 22nd, 2011 // No Comments » // Uncategorized
Within an hours drive you will find some of the worlds greatest golf courses including Banff Springs, the 2006 and newly announced 2011 hosts of TELUS World Skins Games where you can witness some of the world’s top golfers battle it out!
27 holes (Three 9-hole layouts)
Signature Hole: #4 on the Rundle layout
Called the Devil’s Cauldron you reach this hole after emerging from the woods onto an elevated tee. Across a glacial lake you will see the green 170 yards away surrounded by incredible mountain ranges.
Devil's Cauldren at Banff Springs Golf Course
Designed by the famous Canadian architect Stanley Thompson, this is an iconic golf course filled with incredible scenery and important history to the townsite of Banff. If you have the money – and the patience to deal with the many surrounding tourists – this course promises to be memorable!
18 holes
Signature Hole: #11
This hole showcases an outstanding view of the valley mountain scenery. The rushing waters of Holt Creek can be heard as you taken in the peaceful serenity of no tourists to be seen!
Relax with no fanny pack wearing, camera holding, hawaiian shirt sporting tourists to be seen!
The closest golf course to us at Cathedral Mountain Lodge is a hidden jewel of the Rockies – removed from most tourists. Set in the mountains this course has well maintained and perfectly laid out courses, beautiful views, and friendly staff who are more than willing to go out of their way for a perfect time.
36 holes (two 18- hole layouts)
Signature Hole: #4 on the Mt. Kidd course
Create some divits with the Calgary locals in Kananaskis
Just outside of Calgary this course is a perfect pit stop before you catch your flight back home. Frequently visited by Calgarians on the weekends practicing their swing enjoy the incredible mountain views and peace of mind knowing that you’re only an hour away from the airport!
Signature Hole: #9
Nicknamed Cleopatra this par-3 hole has beautiful views of the stunning Pyramid Mountain in the distance.
This is not within an hours drive (more like 3…) but Jasper is such a popular destination I thought I should mention it!
Jasper Golf and Country
Also created by Stanley Thompson, the course was developed in 1925 it took 50 teams of horses and 200 men a year to clear the land for one of Canada’s top premier golf courses to be enjoyed. This course is three hours away from us but if you’re headed up anyways make this part of your sight seeing adventures.
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Book your tee time with the Adventure Specialist! adventure@cathedralmountain.com
// April 20th, 2011 // No Comments » // Uncategorized
Just two minutes down the road from us you’ll find incredible history, stunning scenery in some of the nicest people a little town called Field, BC.
Tents and shacks were set up as the first settlers arrived in the 1880s to start construction on the transcontinental Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR). This was crucial to not only trading but also the development of the country; it enticed many provinces to join the confederation creating the foundation for Canada.
a little history rolls past the town of Field.
The townsite was named after an American investor, Cyrus Field, who never ended up investing a dime! The CPR built and developed many of the surrounding hiking trails and even hired Swiss guides to escort amateur mountaineers in order to entice rich potential investors to stay at the many mountain hotels and chalets.
// March 30th, 2011 // No Comments » // Uncategorized
After a day of exploring the Canadian Rockies, you’re bound to have a grumbling in your tummy! We have just the thing for that. Our signature Great Room and highly renowned restaurant bar is where you’ll enjoy scrumptious, first class dining.
Our team of celebrated chefs and their passion for high quality cuisine has led us to become a multi-award winning kitchen and one of the best small restaurants in the country.
Enjoy some mouth-watering delights at the Cathedral Mountain Lodge Dining Room along with spectacular views!
Our belief in supporting local farms and small suppliers influence our menu which showcases fresh local and certified organic ingredients including fruit, vegetables, fish, and meat as well as Canada’s finest wine selection. Guests will enjoy dining in the comfort of a large stone fireplace and elegant Rocky Mountain interior while taking in awe-inspiring views of the glacial-fed Kicking Horse River.
There's nothing like a tasty glass of wine after a long day in the great outdoors!
James Holmes, 35,the Executive Chef at our lodge, is one of Canada’s most passionate young chefs and is rising quickly within the culinary world.
Chef James believes in supporting local farms whether it is game, cattle or produce. Guest can relate and feel comfortable about what they’re eating. Fresh water fish are high priority, drawn from Canadian lakes. He only uses central prairies and western Canadian game. Certified Organic vegetables and fruit when is season are used daily on the menu.
Chef James uses the finest ingredients including local, organically grown vegetables and Central Prairie and Western Canadian game for Cathedral Mountain Lodge guests.
“I believe putting money back into the pockets of local farmers and small suppliers, knowing who’s making or producing your food makes a huge impact on the final product”.
So come savour his mouth-watering Maple whiskey and vanilla apple butter seared Scallops, or tantalize your senses with a scrumptious Duck Confit “shepherds pie” and finish your evening with a succulent chocolate pate crested with Vanilla salt, accompanied with lavish Bing Cherry white chocolate gelato.
You can check out our full menu here. See you soon!
// March 26th, 2011 // No Comments » // Adventure Specialist, Uncategorized
Nestled in stunning mountain ranges Canmore is just outside of Banff and is a town filled with real locals – people who live year round and raise families. Besides the stunning scenery including the famous Three Sister mountains, the world class Nordic centre, and best brewery in the Rocky Mountains I love Canmore for being able to experience the Rockies without being trapped in a tourist town.
One of the most unique way to explore the Rocky Mountains is to go inside of one. Just outside of the town stands Grotto Mountain, holding what’s called Rat’s Nest Cave (I promise it’s not overfilling with rats!).
// March 12th, 2011 // 1 Comment » // Uncategorized
Native to the Rocky Mountains, these ferocious looking creatures are fairly common in Yoho National Park.
Before I dive into fun facts about these awe-inspiring giants please be aware that although rare, defensive attacks on humans can happen if you startle them. Bears try hard to avoid humans, so please learn some bear etiquette through Parks Canada’s tips
// March 9th, 2011 // 2 Comments » // Adventure Specialist, Hikes, Uncategorized
My role at Cathedral Mountain Lodge is to have the inside scoop on the best hikes, wildlife viewing, sights, cultural experiences and actitivities in the area. I am taking the opporunity to steal the ‘A’ in this series of blog posts to brag about this dream job!
Last summer I had the time of my life conquering mountains, lakes, rapids, caves, horses and of course the occasional beer. Not only have I done almost every tourist option available to me I have also found the best trails that only locals know about. Here’s a peek at the advice I would offer a guest at Cathedral Mountain Lodge that wants to hike off the beaten path:
The discoverer or Moraine Lake, Walter Wilcox, named this towering spire after the biblical Tower of Babel that reached to the heavens (even though this is far from the highest peak in the area).
// February 18th, 2011 // No Comments » // Travel Tips, Uncategorized
When I heard I had got the job here in the Rocky Mountains last summer I was head over heels excited. I rushed out, bought new clothes for my new adventures and packed my entire life for my 5-month trip. All of my stuff ended up filling:
Overpacking can be a pain!
If you’re planning to visit the Rocky Mountains you might not be staying for as long as I did, but it’s still important to learn from my mistakes and pack lightly. Here are some of my suggestions to you:
// January 12th, 2011 // No Comments » // Deals and Packages, Uncategorized
Fancy a weekend of chilling out, hanging out or getting outdoors with new friends and old? Escape to the heart of the BC Rockies to Cathedral Mountain Lodge for a May Long Weekend adventure getaway for only $499 for 3 nights!
UPDATE 02/19/2011: This offer is no longer available. Did you miss out? Keep checking back for special offers!
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