Bugaboos Lodge

You reach Bugaboo Lodge by helicopter, and that journey sets the tone for everything that follows. Tucked beneath the granite spires of the Bugaboos, this log-built lodge puts you at the heart of dramatic alpine terrain in the Purcell Mountains, with expert guides leading the way each day.

Facilities

  • Log-built guest rooms with mountain views
  • En suite bathrooms; rooftop hot tub
  • Dry sauna and steam room; indoor climbing wall
  • Swimming pond; games and music room
  • On-site museum and gear shop; massage treatments
  • Full-service bar with extensive wine list
  • Chef-prepared, family-style dining
  • Guided heli-hiking, heli-skiing and mountaineering

Location & What's Nearby

It is reached by helicopter transfer, typically via coach from Golden. Bugaboos Lodge sits at the foot of the Bugaboo Glacier, encircled by the Bugaboo Spires within the Purcell Mountains. Bugaboo Provincial Park is within easy reach by air. Calgary International Airport is the usual international arrival point.

Why We Recommend It

We recommend it to all levels of hikers and skiers who want alpine adventure, then unwind together over shared meals and a well-earned soak in the hot tub.

Hiking Level - Something for Everyone

Wanderers want to see beautiful terrain in a very relaxed manner. They prefer to meander slowly and enjoy the scenery with shorter walks over easy ground. Long, relaxed breaks along the way offer opportunities to reflect, slow down, and take in the stunning vistas. Pace: Slow with extended breaks; Terrain: Easy ground; Distance: Short horizontal distance; Elevation: Minimal gain and loss. 

Roamers are seeking a full day of hiking, but at a more relaxed pace. They will experience simpler but stunning terrain with minor amounts of elevation gain and loss. Longer breaks along the way allow for plenty of photo opportunities and time to pause. Pace: Slow with regular breaks; Terrain: Easy and moderate; Distance: Moderate horizontal distance; Elevation: Minimal gain and loss. 

Explorers want to be somewhat challenged on their trip, hiking full days in varied terrain. They can maintain a steady, moderate pace over reasonable distances, and likely already exercise multiple times per week. This group will typically navigate terrain with some elevation gain and loss, stopping for regular breaks along the way. Pace: Moderate with regular breaks; Terrain: Varied terrain; Distance: Moderate horizontal distance; Elevation: Moderate gain and loss. 

Adventurers enjoy strenuous, fast-paced activities. They are already very physically active and want to hike full days, covering a lot of ground on their trip. This group will typically navigate more challenging terrain with lots of elevation gain and loss, stopping for shorter breaks along the way. Pace: Fast pace with short breaks, Terrain: Varied terrain; Distance: Long horizontal distance; Elevation: High gain and loss.

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