As Remote As Roads Allow

The Trip

How to Get Here

Drive to our doorsteps

Our lodge is conveniently accessible by 4x4 / AWD with good winter tires

Check road reports

Lots of snow and rugged mountains means avalanche control and occasional road closures. Check these websites before you head out and when you stop for gas on your way.

Alberta Motor Association Road Reports
DriveBC

From Revelstoke By Car
This beautiful 90 km drive (1.5 hrs. southeast) on mountain roads includes a free ferry crossing. This ferry travels between Shelter Bay and Galena Bay, located on either side of Upper Arrow Lake. Snow tires are a must, watch for conditions on the road and fill up your gas tank before leaving Revelstoke, there is no gas station in Trout Lake.

From Nelson By Car
The West Koot Route takes you either along the shores of Kootenay Lake via Balfour-Kaslo-Galena Bay Hwy/BC-31 N. Approximately 3 hrs. drive and 177 km north. Or via BC #6 N highway with Nakusp and Halcyon hot springs along the way. Approximately 3 hrs. drive and 222 km.

Get Here By Air

Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Plan your flight arrival no later than noon if you are driving straight to the lodge Make sure to fill up your tank before heading to the Shelter Bay ferry. The drive is about 4 hrs. and 266 km.

Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Plan your flight arrival no later than 10 am if you are driving straight to the lodge The drive is about 6 hrs. and 510 km passing through Rogers Pass Car rentals available at the airport.

Spokane International Airport (GEG) – USA
We doesn’t provide refunds to guests who are unable to gain entry to Canada. Crossing the Canadian border is no joke. Be prepared. The drive takes 5hr 45 min and 456 km Car rentals available at the airport.

Border Crossing

B.C./U.S. Border Crossing Information

Nelway

Patterson

FAQs

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What to Bring

Prepare for your mountain adventure

Ski Gear

  • Ski or board boots (remember to pack them in your carry-on on the plane!)
  • Powder skis or boards (if you need to rent, let us know in advance)
  • Poles, collapsible poles if you are a boarder
  • Helmet & Goggles with double lens and anti-fog spray
  • Good ski clothing: base and mid layers, extra gloves/mittens, Snow pants or bibs & jackets with powder skirts, balaclava...more layers!

Other Essentials:

  • Passport if you are traveling from outside of Canada
  • Personal Medication
  • Sunscreen, lip balm
  • Swimwear for hot tub and sauna
  • Cozy slippers for indoor wear & casual clothing for lounging around the lodge
  • Alcohol (we do not sell alcohol in the lodge)
  • Cameras, goPro
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