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What
is Aurum Lodge?
A unique eco-tourism accommodation facility, which was planned,
built and is operated with minimal environmental impact. Aurum
Lodge is a wilderness retreat for nature lovers, who wish
to unwind in a pristine setting or engage in low-impact outdoor
activities in the region. more…
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Accommodation
options?
We offer two distinctly separate products:
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The Lodge with six different guestrooms – all
with private baths – and a choice of B&B or halfboard
arrangement.
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Three self-contained units for guests who look after
themselves and like to prepare their own meals. These have
fully equipped kitchen, private bath w. shower, woodstoves,
patio and are fully winterized. more…
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Location?
We are situated in the front ranges of the Rocky Mountains in
the Province of Alberta, close to Banff National Park. This
area is also known as Bighorn Country and is accessible year-round
by the David Thompson Highway (Hwy 11) which connects the Icefield
Parkway in the National Parks with central Alberta. more…
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Activities
in the area?
Most of our guests stay here to enjoy nature and engage in low-impact
activities which are available year round and include hiking,
biking, riding, canoeing, climbing, ice-climbing, snow-shoeing,
dog-sledding etc. While some visitors may prefer to relax and
unwind at the lodge, others use us as a base for day trips to
explore Bighorn Country and the nearby National Parks. more…
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Attractions
in the region?
Our location in the front ranges allows you to explore the
many natural attractions such as waterfalls, lakes, rivers,
forests and mountains. Flowers and wildlife are abundant both
inside and outside of the parks and five of the six eco-systems
found in Alberta can be accessed within half an hours drive.
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addition, there are historic and native sites, which can be
visited as well as the tourism highlights of the parks such
as the Columbia Icefield. more…
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When
should I come to Aurum Lodge and Bighorn Country?
Aurum Lodge and Bighorn Country are a year round destination
and there are, as we say “one thousand and one reasons,
for this place of all seasons”. Depending on your personal
interest, there are ideal seasons for different outdoor activities,
wildlife observation, flora, fall colours, winter magic and
so forth. Hiking, photography, tours of the area, and relaxation
are possible at any time of the year. more…
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Why
Aurum Lodge?
Our wilderness location makes Aurum Lodge particularly suitable
for individuals, couples or small special interest groups who
like to enjoy nature, want to relax or engage in low impact
non-motorized activities. Shopping, restaurants, bars and nightlife
are not available here. We are an adult oriented resort without
facilities for children. The entire facility is smoke-free and
there are no TV’s or phones in the rooms. This is the place
to get away from it all…
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Policies and Rates?
Smoke-free facility; pets allowed in self-contained units
only; advance reservation required; two to three night minimum
stays apply for lodge and self-contained units, depending
on season. Check-in 3:30 pm to 9 pm, check-out by 10:30 am. First
night deposit with a non refundable reservation fee of C$25.
Cancellation period min. 5 to 14 days notice, depending on
season. Major credit cards, cash or travellers cheques accepted.
Our rates vary based on the unit chosen, number of persons,
time of year and length of stay. Rates in the lodge range
from C$85 to C$245 (including full breakfast), whereas rates
for the selfcontained units are between C$140 and C$270. Taxes
are extra. more…
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