GAH operates 4 lodges in the Esplanade Range in SE British Columbia in an area spanning 150 square kilometers. They are located at the junction of the famous Selkirk, Rocky and Purcell Mountain Ranges. National Parks surround this area on both sides. The lodges are situated in pristine alpine environment above 2100 M elevation

Sunrise, Meadow and Vista Lodges

New Vista Lodge 2009 Looking SE

Sunrise, Meadow and Vista Lodges are designed for comfort and efficiency and are perfect for a corporate retreat. Each lodge can accommodate up to 12 clients and 4 staff. Propane is used for lighting, cooking and drying gear. All lodges are equipped with a wood burning stove and ample split wood. All three lodges contain new upstairs bedrooms arranged for both single and double occupancy. The newly refurbished kitchen contains an oven, stainless steel countertops plus cooking and eating utensils

Sentry Mountain Lodge

Sentry 2 Schematic Looking West

Sentry Mountain Lodge was destroyed by fire on December 02/09. Construction for Sentry 2 has already begun

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Sunrise | Meadow | Vista | Sentry

Sunrise Lodge

Sunrise Lodge is located at the headwaters of Wisted Creek and offers stunning views of Rockies to the west and Purcells to the south. Sunrise is the southern gateway to the amazing Esplanade Range.

Wake Up at Sunrise

A short hike to Paradise Ridge rewards you with amazing views in all directions. Sunrise is the first lodge to receive morning light. It is also the access point for the journey to Meadow Lodge.

Sunrise has recently undergone major interior and exterior renovations designed to make the lodge last for many years to come.

Lodge Stats:

Elevation:7000 ft / 2134m		Building:2 stories, wood frame, renovated in 2007/08
Amenities:sauna		Bathrooms:2 outhouses
Water:pumped or hauled from Sunrise Lake		Heat:wood / propane
Occupancy:sleeps 12. Two emergency ladders		Communication:radio (for emergency only)

Sunrise | Meadow | Vista | Sentry

Meadow Lodge

Meadow lodge is one of the highest alpine lodges in Canada, located adjacent to a small lake near the headwaters of the Carrol Creek drainage. The lodge is tucked along the northern flanks of Cupola Peak (2632m), the highest peak in the Esplanades.

Pure Summer Magic

With the imposing flank of Cupola towering above; Meadow lodge has the most dramatic back drop of all the lodges in the Esplanades. Summer hiking or strolling is magical in this part of the range. Only steps away from tree line, the lake filled basin surrounding the lodge has extensive and beautiful rolling heather meadows. Visit the intensely colored Electric and Nuclear Blue Lakes. Gaze in awe at the "King of the Selkirks", Mt. Sir Sandford which at 11,545 ft or 3519 meters elevation is the highest mountain in the entire Selkirk Range.

Extensive revovations at Meadow have now been completed. Be one of the first groups to enjoy the new amenities.

Lodge Stats:

Elevation:7200 ft / 2200 m		Building:2 stories, wood frame renovations started in 2008
Amenities:sauna		Bathrooms:2 outhouses
Water:hauled from small lake next to lodge		Heat:wood / propane
Occupancy:sleeps 12. Two emergency fire ladders		Communication:radio (for emergency only)

Sunrise | Meadow | Vista | Sentry

Vista Lodge

Vista lodge is located near the source of Schlicting Creek and steps away from the shores of beautiful Vista Lake.

Alpine Glory

Vista Lodge is the second highest lodge in the Esplanades. The flower covered and lake dotted meadows are just some of the reasons why so many guests rank Vista as the most enchanting spot in the range. Energize your mind with a meditative hike along cascading waterfalls to the cobalt colored Schlicting Lake or invigorate the body with a strenuous hike to the summit of Vista Peak.

Vista lodge is the latest lodge to be extensively renovated ensuring many more years of service

Lodge Stats:

Elevation:7050 ft / 2150 m		Building:2 stories, wood frame renovations expected for 2009
Amenities:sauna		Bathrooms:2 outhouses
Water:pumped or hauled from Vista Lake		Heat:wood / propane
Occupancy:sleeps 12		Communication:radio (for emergency only)