Mt Columbia Ski Mountianeering

As part of our 10 Tallest Project, we’re headed to Mt Columbia this spring, the highest point in Alberta and #6 on the highest points in BC. While not a very technically difficult peak, Mt Columbia is situated in the midst of the vast Columbia Icefield. An area notorious for bad weather and poor visibility. However, it’s also breathtakingly beautiful and a feather in any mountaineers cap!

We're planning to head up this beautiful peak in the spring as it will allow us to ski tour instead of walk making the trip a bit quicker and more enjoyable. Ski down a mountain is so much more fun than walking!

There's also two different Mt Columbia packages to choose from: A 4-day trip where we access the Columbia Icefield via the Athabasca or a 2-day trip where we fly up to the base of the mountain in a helicopter from Golden. Both offer an amazing experience, the 4-day version just includes a little more work hauling big overnight packs.

The Ten Tallest Project:

What is the 10 Tallest Project? It's a goal we have of being the first to Climb or Ski the 10 highest peaks in BC. Some are easy to reach and not overly technical while others are quite involved and seldom climbed. But each and every peak is worthy! The plan is to offer trips on a few of these amazing peaks every year until we’ve done them all! For more information on the 10 Tallest Project can be found here.

Custom Booking

Custom Dates Available

Just let us know what dates will work for you and we'll put together a custom package.

Fine Print:

A $250 deposit is due upon booking
The final payment due 60 days prior to the trip
Trips subject to 5% GST
We highly recommend Travel & Medical insurance
Be sure to look over our Booking Policies
Participants will be required to sign a Waiver

Itinerary

4-Day Trip Itinerary:

The weather and conditions will have a direct effect on our exact itinerary and of course we can’t promise blue skies. However, having a little flexibility in your schedule can really help. Regardless, we’re going to have a great time!

– Day 1: Meet for dinner in Lake Louise
– Day 2: Drive up to the Columbia Icefields & start up the Athabasca Glacier
– Day 3: Summit Day
– Day 4: Pack-up camp and ski back to the parking lot

Note: For an extra $150 per person we can stick around for an extra day and tag a few more summits like Kitchener and North Twin.

2-Day Trip Itinerary:

– Day 1: Meet at Golden Airport to fly in & set-up camp
– Day 2: Summit Day – With an early start we will tag the summit, pack-up camp and fly out.

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Types	10 Tallest Project, Expeditions, Ski and Snowboarding, Ski Mountaineering, Touring, Traverse
Region	Banff / Lake Louise
Season	April - May
Prices From	N/A