Alberta's
Rockies Ecotourism Lodges, Nature Retreats, and Resorts
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Alberta's
Rockies Ecotourism Lodges, Nature Retreats, and Resorts
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The Alberta Rockies are the classic Canadian travel destination. Jasper, Banff and Waterton Lakes are shining examples of our national park system. Banff is world renowned and has the honor of being Canada's first national park. Jasper, to the north and Waterton in the south encompass some of the world's most breathtaking alpine landscape.
While all of our listings offer natural experiences and outdoor activities the
individual listings for Eco-lodgesthat are constructed and operated with a focus on minimal impact and a truly natural experience are trimmed in green.
Alberta lodges that offer unique Nature Experiences are:
Slower internet connection? Quickly screen below for lodges and resorts that meet your criteria and then click on the "name link"to visit those sites for more details.
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Activities: Wildlife, Hiking, Birding, Cycling, Snow-shoeing, X-country |
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Aurum
Lodge is located 40km E of Banff National Park at Cline River, in
the eastern front ranges of the Rocky Mountains in the Province of
Alberta, at an elevation of 1,350 m (4,500 ft). The secluded site
overlooks Lake Abraham and is surrounded by forests and mountain peaks.
It is an ideal base for exploring parts of Banff and Jasper National
Parks and surrounding area. Guests can choose between accommodation in the Inn (five guest rooms on upper floor with spectacular views and one wheelchair accessible guestroom on ground floor) or self-contained units with kitchenette. The development is adult oriented, is entirely non-smoking and there are no TV's or phones in the rooms. All units have private baths and are designed for double occupancy. Breakfast is included with rooms in lodge. The self-contained cottage units and two bedroom apartment feature a fully equipped kitchenette, private bath, bedroom, sitting area, deck, BBQ pit, central heating and wood stove. The
wilderness surrounding Aurum Lodge lends itself to a multitude of
low impact outdoor activities. If sitting on the deck / patio and
reading (or writing) a book is not for you, try birding, cycling,
canoeing, caving, dog sledding, park excursions, fitness training,
flower walks, fishing, geological excursions, hiking, ice-climbing,
jogging, kayaking, low impact aerobics and step classes, mine tours,
mountain biking, native history and culture, outdoor survival courses,
photography, painting, rafting, skiing, snow-shoeing, stargazing,
wildlife observation, trail-riding, and more! Aurum Lodge is the only facility between Lake Louise and Jasper open 12 months of the year. |
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Activities: Fishing, Nature, Hiking, Family, Skiing. |
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Mount Engadine Lodge is a rustic mountain retreat overlooking a beautiful
alpine meadow in the heart of Kananaskis Country. Mount Engadine Lodge
offers a back-country experience for families, couples, corporate groups
and adventure-seekers. The main lodge, with a sauna and outdoor hot-tub,
open deck and huge stone fireplaces, is ideal for relaxing after a day
of hiking or skiing. The lodge sleeps 24 people in double and shared rooms,
with shared showers. Two comfortable cabins have two bedrooms each, and
shared bathroom facilities. Imagine after a fine day's adventure; the
panoramic alpine view so crisp you can almost touch it. Later, after a
scrumptious dinner - relax in our hot tub. After a hearty breakfast, you're
off on another day of exploration. |
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