Attractions
       

What to see and where to go...

An abundance of different attractions in the area make Whitegoat Lakes and the entire David Thompson corridor a rewarding all-season holiday destination.

We are only a half hour drive from the central portion of the famous Icefields Parkway, considered to be one of the most scenic roads in North America. If you opt to leave your car keys tucked away however, you can enjoy equally rewarding scenery right from our doorstep – without the crowds....

Within reasonable distance from Aurum Lodge, you will find – among others – the following attractions:

Within 30 minutes drive:
  • Banff National Park Boundary and Mistaya Canyon
  • Kootenay Plains Ecological Reserve, native sites and pioneer cabins
  • Bighorn Dam and visitor information centre
  • Nordegg historic townsite, mine tours and historic golf course
  • Crescent Falls on Bighorn River
  • Numerous trailheads
Approx. one hours drive:
  • Jasper National Park Boundary and Columbia Icefield
  • Bow Summit and Peyto Lake in Banff National Park
  • Ram River Falls and sites along the forestry trunk road
Approx. 90 minutes drive:
 
 


Our typical guests can easily spend four to six nights at the lodge, without getting bored and without having to spend hours each day in the car. By “typical” we mean: environmentally conscious, outdoor oriented, interested in nature and low-impact, human powered activities such as hiking, biking, snow-shoeing, etc. and preferring to stay away from the busy tourist centres and commercialism found in Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper.

Here’s what your itinerary might include on a longer stay in summer (remember our very favourable rates on extended stays…):
 
  • A day hike in the Kootenay Plains or Siffleur area to get acquainted with the region
  • A full day guided canoe tour on the North Saskatchewan River
  • A day trip to Bow Pass or Lake Louise, including some shorter hikes around there
  • A visit to Crescent Falls, followed by a tour of the historic mine site in Nordegg
  • A day trip to the Columbia Icefields region, including a guided walking tour on the Athabasca Glacier or a self-guided hike in that area (Parker Ridge or Wilcox Pass)
  • A half day or full day trail ride in the vicinity of the lodge
  • A scramble up one of many ridges in the valley, affording spectacular views of the North Saskatchewan and Abraham Lake (e.g. Allstones - see photo above, Windy Point, Visionquest or Tuff Puff) 
  A seven day / eight night package for two persons in high season, including accommodation in a superior room, all breakfasts, all evening meals at the lodge, activities outlined above and including all taxes will only cost you about C$ 2,500. Compare...