Columbias

Golden Alpine Holidays

Golden Alpine Holidays (GAH) was one of the first companies in the backcountry business, established in 1986. It operated four lodges: Sunrise, Meadow, Vista, and Sentry. This 50,000-acre ski touring mecca is surrounded by Canada’s highest mountains and two national parks. With an 8-month ski season, you can choose XC skiing, freeride touring, short ski trips, or custom trips like the Grande Esplanade Traverse.

Summer is paradise in the pristine Esplanade Range of British Columbia. The long daylight hours during summer transform this ancient pre-Cambrian landscape into a flower-coated tapestry of colours. Explore an extensive network of over 120 kilometres of trails.

Our flight center and parking facility are conveniently located adjacent to the Trans Canada Highway #1 just west of Golden, BC. There is ample room for 15 guests per lodge. Choose either a Fully Guided/Catered or Lodge Rental package that suits your style.

Year Established 1986 Capacity 1-60
Seasons
  • Summer
  • Winter
Guiding
  • Self-guided
  • Guided
  • Independently Guided
Catering
  • Catered
  • Self-catered
Accessed By
  • Helicopter
Summer Activities
  • Artistic Pursuits (Photo etc.)
  • Birding
  • Flora and Fauna Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Mountaineering
  • Retreats (Yoga etc.)
  • Trail Running
Winter Activities
  • Nordic Skiing
  • Ski Mountaineering
  • Ski Touring
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowshoeing
Amenities
  • Electricity
  • Indoor Toilet
  • Internet Access
  • Running Water
  • Sauna
  • Shower
Accommodation Style
  • Bedding Provided
  • Private
Terrain Type
  • Alpine
  • Glaciated
  • Tree-Skiing

Golden Alpine Holidays (GAH) was one of the first companies in the backcountry business, established in 1986. It operated four lodges: Sunrise, Meadow, Vista, and Sentry. This 50,000-acre ski touring mecca is surrounded by Canada’s highest mountains and two national parks. With an 8-month ski season, you can choose XC skiing, freeride touring, short ski trips, or custom trips like the Grande Esplanade Traverse.

Summer is paradise in the pristine Esplanade Range of British Columbia. The long daylight hours during summer transform this ancient pre-Cambrian landscape into a flower-coated tapestry of colours. Explore an extensive network of over 120 kilometres of trails.

Our flight center and parking facility are conveniently located adjacent to the Trans Canada Highway #1 just west of Golden, BC. There is ample room for 15 guests per lodge. Choose either a Fully Guided/Catered or Lodge Rental package that suits your style.

Year Established 1986 Capacity 1-60
Seasons
  • Summer
  • Winter
Guiding
  • Self-guided
  • Guided
  • Independently Guided
Catering
  • Catered
  • Self-catered
Accessed By
  • Helicopter
Summer Activities
  • Artistic Pursuits (Photo etc.)
  • Birding
  • Flora and Fauna Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Mountaineering
  • Retreats (Yoga etc.)
  • Trail Running
Winter Activities
  • Nordic Skiing
  • Ski Mountaineering
  • Ski Touring
  • Snowboarding
  • Snowshoeing
Amenities
  • Electricity
  • Indoor Toilet
  • Internet Access
  • Running Water
  • Sauna
  • Shower
Accommodation Style
  • Bedding Provided
  • Private
Terrain Type
  • Alpine
  • Glaciated
  • Tree-Skiing