CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge elevates mountain fun to spirit-soaring heights. Surround yourself in old-growth forests and beckoning peaks as you discover how comfortable mountain lodging can be. From your decked-out home base at CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge, you’ll have exclusive access to towering arêtes, dramatic moraines, ice-carved valleys and one-of-a-kind adventures.
Embark on eye-widening ridge hikes above deep river basins. Scale granite rock faces on the Mount Nimbus via ferrata. Test your mettle on our ropes course. Or relax and bask in the beauty of sun-kissed meadows. Whatever your idea of adventure is, experience it in the ultimate wilderness playground. Book your summer escape to Bobbie Burns today.
Return back to the lodge where you can enjoy apres adventure refreshments, a soak in the hot tub or a massage.
7 pm
Enjoy your first CMH gourmet dinner and toast the day's adventures with a hand-crafted cocktail from the bar.
Exploration Days
7:30 am
Wake up with a dynamic warm up class
8 am
Fuel Up with a hearty breakfast to start your day right. Pack your lunch for the day and get ready for your day of adventure through your choice of hiking or Via Ferrata.
9 am
First hiking group will fly into the mountains
12 pm
Lunch in the field
4-5 pm
Return to the lodge where you can enjoy aprés-adventure refreshments, a soak in the hot tub or a massage.
7 pm
Swap stories of your incredible adventures in the mountains as you enjoy family style dinner with your guides and lodge staff.
Departure Day
8 am
Enjoy a hearty lodge breakfast before departing the lodge with your final heli-transfer
10:45 am
Private coach transfer from helipad to Banff, Lake Louise and Calgary International Airport.
1:15 pm
Estimated arrival time in Banff.
2:45 pm
Anticipated arrival at Calgary International Airport (YYC). We recommend guests do not book flights until after 5:45pm MT.
*Please note: Hiking schedule and lunch times may vary
Accommodations A double occupancy room in the hotel-style CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge for the duration of your stay, featuring a full range of inviting onsite amenities.
Food & Beverage Three meals per day – a chef-prepared breakfast and dinner plus packed lunches, après-hiking snacks and non-premium non-alcoholic refreshments.
Heli-Assisted Guided Adventure Professionally accredited guides will accompany you on your adventure, featuring heli flights up and down the mountains plus return flights to your lodge. Learn more about Heli-Hiking
Ground Transportation From Banff, Lake Louise or Golden to the CMH Bobbie Burns helipad, and return to Golden, Lake Louise, Banff or the Calgary International Airport (YYC).
Equipment Use of CMH hiking equipment, including boots, rain jackets, wind pants, day packs and hiking poles. Some of our guests opt to use their own equipment – the choice is yours.
Situated at 1,360m (4,462 ft), CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge was masterfully remodeled in 2019 and offers the height of wilderness hospitality. Inviting accommodations, lodge amenities and stellar cuisine all come together to create a perfectly luxurious retreat just a short drive from Calgary.
Featuring an outdoor hot tub, a games room a spa area with steam room, sauna and more, CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge brings mountain bliss into the spotlight. It also boasts the largest wine cellar in the CMH family of lodges. Coupled with a swimming pond and a babbling stream outside your door, CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge has all the ingredients for an unforgettable escape. Book your summer trip to Bobbie Burns today.
Amenities
26 guest rooms
Outdoor hot tub
Stunning mountain views
Ropes course
Full service bar
Wine cellar extraordinaire
Games room
Music room
Steam room and dry sauna
Massage
Indoor climbing wall
Fitness room
Swimming pond
Chef-prepared meals & snacks
Pastry chef
Gear & gift shop
Wi-Fi
Complimentary laundry facilities
Each room includes
Hand & body wash
Bathrobe
Shampoo / conditioner
Hair dryer
Journey to Bobbie Burns
Your CMH Bobbie Burns trip begins with a private coach ride from Banff through Golden, BC and onward to the helipad at Parson. Then you’ll enjoy a short heli ride to CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge – your home away from home, loaded with amenities and attractions.
Please note that a Parks Canada pass is required to park in Banff or drive to our helipads. If you’re self-driving and require a pass, you can avoid lineups at the park gate by buying a pass online.
Parking at the helipad is available at your own risk. CMH assumes no liability for vehicles parked at the helipad.
Enjoy private coach transportation from Banff along a corridor lined with Rocky Mountains and epic forests toward Golden, BC. From there, we’ll travel southwest to Parson, arriving at the Bobbie Burns helipad.
Bobbie Burns helipad to CMH Bobbie Burns lodge
10 mins
After disembarking your coach, you’ll get to meet your pilot and receive a full briefing on helicopter safety before your quick, exciting flight up to CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge. Time to lift off!
Custom Travel Options
Customize your travel details by contacting us
1-800-661-0252
What's the weather like?
Due to the high mountain environment, expect to experience various conditions. The weather can be sunny and warm, but be prepared for cooler temperatures, rain, wind and possibly snow.
Mountain weather can change with very little warning. Temperatures range from highs of 10˚C to 35˚C (50˚F-95˚F) and lows of 9˚C to -3˚C (48˚F to 26˚F).
I'm not a hiker - will I be able to keep up with the group?
Whether it’s a hike, walk or amble, each heli-hiking day is tailored to all levels of fitness, experience and age. We split the group as necessary so everyone can stay within their comfort level. The only requirement is a thirst for adventure.
I'm an avid hiker - will I be challenged?
Absolutely! Our guides share a passion for exploring all the Columbia Mountains have to offer. If you’re seeking a challenge, they’ll deliver a great workout.
Are all of your guides certified?
Yes. Most CMH guides have made a lifelong career out of their passion. They are dedicated professionals trained in the European guiding tradition, which emphasizes both respect for the mountains and a deep concern for the well-being of every guest. Our guides are fully trained and re-trained regularly in first aid, wilderness rescue, emergency procedure and prevention. Many of our guides are fully certified by the International Federation of Mountain Guides Association (IFMGA) – a ten-year process on average. The rest of our guides are certified by the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG), also to rigorous standards. Every guide is an experienced, knowledgeable interpreter of our mountains’ flora, fauna, geology and natural history, ensuring that your heli-hiking experience is both safe and enriching.
Will we encounter wildlife?
In all of our trips, we strive to avoid any contact with wildlife. However, our guides are trained in safely dealing with wildlife encounters, should one occur.
How many helicopter trips will I get to take?
In addition to your heli trips to and from the lodge, each day offers the chance to heli to new adventures – with unprecedented access. On average, you can expect two or three helicopter trips per day, depending on your preference and weather conditions.
What happens when nature calls and we’re on the trail?
We hike and explore remote areas where there are no conventional washrooms. Mother Nature provides trees and rocks for privacy. We recommend bringing toilet paper and a ziplock bag. Paper used in the field can be disposed of back at the lodge.
Are gratuities included?
The CMH team is committed to ensuring that you enjoy the trip of a lifetime. While gratuities are not included in your trip fees – nor are they mandatory – they may be offered on a voluntary basis. Gratuities are divided among all of the lodge staff and your pilot.
How do I arrange a private group booking?
Private bookings are a great way to share the magic of a summer heli-hiking adventure with a group. Call our planning experts to arrange the details of all-to-yourself bookings for privately guided trips. Learn more
Explore canyon trails, touch glaciers, gaze at crystalline lakes or clip in for a via ferrata climb at two stunning locations. No days are ever the same, and each one is planned according to your preference of activities as well as your ability. No matter how you define adventure, you’ll find it at Bobbie Burns.
See some of the experiences anticipating your arrival – adventure awaits.
