Hike. Raft. Fish. Climb. @ Fortress Lake

July 26-29, SOLD OUT, request to be put on the waiting list 

JULY 24TH – AUG 4TH, 2025, REQUESTS FOR BOOKINGS AVAILABLE

$4000/pp based on double occupancy in the Lodge Yurts (taxes included) 2025 PRICES NOT CONFIRMED 

Fortress Lake is tucked behind the Canadian Icefields in Hamber Provincial Park. At one time, the park had campsite along the lake but two vital bridges were washed away and parks decided to lay these campsite to rest as there was now no way to get into the park on foot. Your options were to packraft over two rivers or fly in. Since the campsite have been decommissioned, there is one standing facility on the lake – Fortress Lake Lodge. 

We met Craig Sommer’s (owner) last summer on a packraft and hike trip into Fortress Lake. He took a liking to us and has offered us something VERY special. The use of his lodge for special dates over the summer. This lodge has traditionally been used for fly fishing but Untamed Tours, and a small group of explorers want to use the base as a starting ground for the many amazing places around the peninsula. With the lodge being tucked into the valley surrounded by big mountains, glaciers, creeks, streams and rivers, there is a life time of exploring to do in this area. 

Objectives & Trip Overview 

Option 1

Hike, Raft, Camp

Pricing For 2025 not confirmed. Rough costs $2700/pp

Hike into Fortress Lake from Sunwapta Falls near Jasper. We camp at the River crossing before we arrive at Fortress Lake on Day 2. The hike in is 28km with two river crossings. River crossings are done with packrafts (provided). We spend 3 nights, and 2 days exploring from camp. On day 5 we hike and packraft out. 

Return trip 60km, 2 river crossings with packrafts

Option 2

Fly In, Full Fortress Lake Lodge Experience

Pricing For 2025 not confirmed. Rough costs $3700/pp

Fortress Lake Lodge is the epitome of backcountry bliss. Protected by big mountains, glaciers and the lake, yurts are tucked onto the sand bar to make a tiny eco-village that offers a five star experience. The area around the lodge could be explored for weeks. Situated in the heart of the Columbia Icefield’s, the options are endless. From relaxing on the beach and having a yoga day, to paddling, fishing or climbing mountains, the trip can be catered to the group’s desires. 

Options include Fortress Mountain, Misty Glacier, Ghost Glacier, Chisel Peak, Vanishing Pond, The Ice Caves and more. 

Hike.

Paddle.

Fish.

Climb.

Inclusions Option 1

• Van pick up in Jasper and transport to Sunwapta Falls
• Professional Guide for hikes and river crossings
• Packraft equipment, drysuits, and safety gear
• Food supplies provided at Fortress Lake Camp
• Shower, dinner and hot tub at Fortress Lake Lodge on the final camp day

The Lodge

Fortress Lake Lodge consists of 6 backcountry Yurts. Each Yurt sleeps 2 people and a few have room for three people. We have sleeping for 10. 

There is a common eating hall, where your meals are prepared by a professional chef, a cedar hot tub and power boats to get to your trailhead. 

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Inclusions Option 2 

•  Round trip heli flight from Nordegg to Fortress Lake Lodge
• 4 night stay at Fortress Lake Lodge
• All meals, snacks and non- alcoholic beverages. A choice of house white, red and local beer is also included
• Professional Chef on site
• Guided objectives by ACMG Alpine Guides
• Kayak and paddle board access
• Cedar hot tub
• Packrafts to assist on the hike and raft out

The property hosts a cedar hot tub, Yurt Showers, flush toilets, gravel beaches, fish you can see from the shore, glaciers, mountains and 360 degree beauty.

 

Exclusions

Transport to Nordegg

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We do not refund 59 days prior to your trip date. You can sell/transfer your trip to someone else, or you can purchase travel insurance. We have worked with Rogers Insurance (now Acera) for over 20 years and have found them to be an excellent insurance provider. 

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