You MUST have winter boots or hiking boots, winter coat and pants, warm hat and warm gloves.
**If you are not properly prepared for winter conditions as described you will be turned back.
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.
- Exclusive access to backcountry terrain in Kananaskis Country
- Snowcat assisted ride to Fortress Ridge
- Pristine, untouched powder snow
- Access to filming locations used in Hollywood blockbusters
- Hot chocolate, cookies, handwarmers included!
You've never tried anything like this before! Go deep with us at Fortress Mountain this winter where our snowcat lift offers exclusive access to hidden terrain in the backcountry of Kananaskis. The trip begins at the base of the former ski area where some of the old buildings are still standing. This area is also home to KPOW, Alberta's only snowcat assisted powder skiing operation! Once the snowcat drops us off we'll snowshoe through surreal wintery landscapes, towering peaks and pristine powder snow. Hot Chocolate & cookies included.
Located only 1 hour from Calgary city limits, ideal for active individuals with previous hiking or snowshoeing experience.
Did you know?
Fortress Mountain has been the film location for many Hollywood films including:
The Revenant
Inception
The Bourne Legacy
Jumanji The Next Level
...and many more!
Press
Check out our Fortress Mountain guided snowshoe adventure story covered by Andrew Penner in the Calgary Herald on March 8th, 2014!
Fortress
itinerary
Sample Itinerary
- 9:00 AM: Banff Pickups
- 9:30 AM: Canmore Pickups
- 10:00 AM: Stoney Nakoda Resort Pickups -If you're driving from Calgary you can park at the resort and our guide will drive the rest of the way.
- 10:20 AM: Kananaskis Mountain Lodge Pickups
- 11:00AM: Snowcat lift to deep backcountry
- 11:30 - 2:30PM: Fantastic snowshoeing!
- 2:30PM: Return Snowcat lift to base
- 3:30PM: Return to Kananaskis Mountain Lodge
- 3:50PM: Return to Stoney Nakoda Resort
- 4:30PM/4:50PM: Return to Canmore/Banff
Approx. 7.5 hours round tip from Banff. Approx. 6.5 hours round trip from Canmore. Approx. 4.5 hour round trip from the bottom of Fortress Mountain Road.
**As this is a longer trip, it is recommended to bring along a backpack, water and some snacks.