// 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!
// December 7th, 2010 // No Comments » // Hikes, Uncategorized
In my previous post Field, BC local and Cathedral Mountain Lodge employee Greg Ross sat down with me and shared great opinions about hiking and sightseeing. I thought I would dig a little deeper and ask him to share some more experiences:
Hiking 35km in one day. As part of a staff challenge to see who could hike the most kilometers in summer 2009 I led two other staff to climb, traverse and hike as many as we could in one day. Starting at Takkakaw Falls we hiked past Laughing Falls to Twin Falls then took the Celeste Lake Trail to the Iceline Trail. From there we then took the Highline Trail to traverse into Yoho Lake.
Greg's snapshot of the Ice Trail
// November 30th, 2010 // 2 Comments » // Hikes
An easy trail steps away from Cathedral Mountain Lodge that takes you to an old train that was used in the making of Spiral Tunnels.
Greg's snapshot of Johnston Canyon
If you work your way through the 760m elevation gain through the trees and you will be rewarded with a stunning lake cradled by Castle Mountain. If you’d like an easier hike for the area opt for the well maintained and popular Johnston Canyon.
Frequented by wildlife this is a fairly flat trail that emerges through the trees to a stunning lookout about waterfalls fed by the Kicking Horse River. Continue further for more views of Wapta falls and a beach of glacial sedimentary sand near the base of the falls.
One of the easiest scrambles in the park this peak may not be the tallest in the area but you get a 360-degree view of countless mountains, avalanche chutes, valley floors and all around stunning scenery. On your way down make sure to complete your day in the mountains with a stop for a treat at the Lake Agnes teahouse
// July 31st, 2010 // No Comments » // Adventure Specialist
Here is a list of just a few of the great hikes that this area has to offer. Staying at Cathedral Mountain Lodge you have access to heaps of great hiking all right outside your beautiful log cabin…
1. Takakkaw Falls: Coming from the Cree word for magnificient, in which it truely is. Takakkaw Falls is the second largest waterfall in Canada fed by the Daly Glacier which is part of the Waputik Icefield. From the base of the waterfall hikers can choose from endless trails or just relax at the base of the fall and take the inspiring sight of mother nature at its best.
The "magnificent"
2.Twin Falls: Starting at the base of Takakkaw Falls hike to Twin Falls. This is a moderate one-way 8.5 km, so not for the sofa crowd. Your reward at the end of the trail is Twin Falls, plus Twin Falls Chalet.
Twin Falls Chalet was initiated by the CPR (Canadian Pacific Railway) starting in 1908, and was developed into the more attractive two-story chalet it is now. It was and is still used as a backcountry base for hiking and mountaineering.
// May 25th, 2010 // No Comments » // Uncategorized
With the summer just around the corner, we’re excited to be open for another fantastic season! Whether you’re looking for a serine getaway from the everyday, or you’d like to explore the Rockies to your heart’s content, we’ve got you covered. Cathedral Mountain lodge is in the heart of the Canadian Rockies and we offer an abundant opportunities to explore outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, canoeing, mountain climing, horseback riding, and more. Our Adventure Specialist can happily create a program specific to your interests and assist you with all the necessary arrangements. Make sure to visit our interactive map for more ideas on how to plan your trip.
Once you’re ready to wind down, let our multi-award winning kitchen satiate your taste buds with a menu which showcases fresh local and certified organic ingredients including fruit, vegetables, fish, and meat as well as Canada’s finest wine selection. You can 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.
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