Please be at the meeting location on time. If you are not, the guide may not be able to wait for you and you will not be eligible for a refund.
Washrooms/snacks available at Fortress Junction (only limited facilities available beyond Fortress Junction)
- Enjoy stunning, secluded ridgeline hikes among alpine wildflowers and towering cliffs
- Escape the crowds with exclusive shuttle on private, gated mountain road
- Leave the approach to us with ATV-Assisted access to 360 degree ridgetop views
- Wildlife viewing opportunities
- Ideal for families and small groups, max 5 clients per guide (min age 12 years old)
- 1/2 day trips and private custom programs available
Exclusive Kananaskis Hiking Experiences
Imagine yourself traversing high alpine ridgelines in the Canadian Rockies without crowds or long approaches. Join White Mountain Adventures in quiet, pristine Kananaskis country, as our guides shuttle you up the private/gated access road, then onward via Ranger ATV into the heart of the Fortress backcountry. Begin your day at the top of Fortress Ridge for a stunning 2-hour ridgeline guided hike. Take in the expansive 360-degree views of towering cliffs, wildflower meadows and pristine mountain lakes. Next shuttle to a secluded small alpine lake to explore surrounding larch forests in the shadow of towering rock walls above. Enjoy our 2 minute ATV Assisted Hiking Video here
Learn about the history, geology and natural surroundings, including stories from Hollywood films shot here; Jumanji: The Next Level, Inception, The Revenant and more.
PRIVATE HIKING PROGRAM
PROGRAM TIMING
10:00am: depart Fortress Junction via White Mountain Adventures Shuttle
10:15am: arrive at Fortress Mountain Resort staging area:
10:30am: ATV Shuttle to Bonzai Gardens - short hike to explore the area
12:00pm: Shuttle continues to Fortress Ridge
12:15pm: Hike Fortress Ridge
1:45pm: Return shuttle to staging area
2:00pm: Return to Fortress Junction via White Mountain Adventures Shuttle - end of tour
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FORTRESS FOR GROUPS
Looking for a unique experience for your team or group event? Contact us today to discuss options including catered backcountry BBQ, heli flights/helihiking and team building activities