Mistaya Lodge
Wildcat Creek, Rocky Mountains, Golden, British Columbia V0A 1H0 Canada
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Luxury in the backcountry! A retreat with helicopter access only! Fully catered and guided skiing, snowshoeing, mountaineering, hiking and relaxation.HistoryEstablished in 1988 as a Backcountry lodge to enable everyone access to a truely secluded piece of the rocky mountains in a safe manor.Meet the Business Owner: David B.An ACMG certified ski guide for the last 20 years. The mountains are truly his passion. Guiding in many industries such as Ski touring, Heli and Cat skiing in a few different country's . He has made his home with his family in Golden BC and at Mistaya Lodge. David was working at Mistaya from day one and took over ownership in 2003.New and ready for summer 2013! The WildCat Cabin is a 3 bedroom cabin near the main lodge that can be rented self catered with optional guiding. Geat for families, small groups of friends, special occasions like honeymoons, anniversaries.........
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Free parking
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Sauna
Free breakfast
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Children's playground
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Complimentary tea
Special diet menus
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24-hour security
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Non-smoking hotel
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Shared bathroom
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Sun deck
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Wildcat Creek, Rocky Mountains, Golden, British Columbia V0A 1H0 Canada
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A group of 12 of us just spent 4 remarkable days at Mistaya Lodge. We hiked with a private guide with the exception of one day where The owner Dave took part of our group on a separate hike. The lodge was exceptional…the food was incredible and plentiful. You packed your own lunch each day with lots of homemade treats to take with you for keeping you going on the trail. All the hikes we did were different and each had there own special moments. The lodge is spotless and had the added bonus of hot showers, a sauna and toilets inside. Dave was extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to talk too. From the warm welcome by Cindy at the helipad to waving goodbye to Daveand is staff we had a wonderful time. I would highly recommend Mistaya Lodge for your next hiking adventure.
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Response from Cindy Galligan, Owner at Mistaya Lodge
Responded Aug. 26, 2021
💕Thank you Pat! We truly love welcoming our guests.
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Just returned from 4 days of hiking at Mistaya Lodge with 12 friends. It was truly amazing! The hiking was incredible —- no two hikes were alike; so much to see and experience. Great hospitality provided by Dave, Allison, Chantal and team. WOW!
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Date of stay: August 2021
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Response from Cindy Galligan, Owner at Mistaya Lodge
Responded Aug. 26, 2021
It is wonderful to hear that your trip went well! The 12 of you will have many memories to chat about for years to come!
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Amazing backcountry hiking trip! The guides, variety of hikes , scenery , lodging and especially the food were all incredible ! My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our entire Mistaya Lodge adventure. We would highly recommend this trip . Tracy and Neil
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Cindy Galligan, Owner at Mistaya Lodge
Responded Aug. 26, 2021
Thank you Tracy and Neil! It was wonderful to meet you! Cindy
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I spent a week of guided ski touring at Mistaya during Feb 2020. I have visited more than 6 other ski touring lodges in the past. The accommodations, service, guiding, food and terrain could not be faulted. I strongly recommend this lodge to others that ski tour.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Cindy Galligan, Owner at Mistaya Lodge
Responded May 29, 2020
Thank you so much for you taking the time to tell others about your vacation with our team at Mistaya! Oh yes the powder this year lasted and lasted through spring this year! Take care, Cindy
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What a place to visit. It feels like home for my soul. Dave, Cindy, Sandra and everyone else do great work to ensure a fabulous stay. The terrain is gorgeous and can provide a challenge, but Dave and Sandra know how to tailor a hike so that even less adventurous folks can enjoy the day on the trails. It really does not matter which trails they take, as they are all drop-dead gorgeous. Food is also excellent, and the beds comfortable and warm. Toilets inside the lodge, and hot water at the tap make it feel even more comfortable. There’s a hot sauna and warm showers as well. It’s just a great experience. We have been to many backcountry lodges, and Mistaya stands at the top for us.
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Date of stay: September 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I was there with a group of 14 senior hikers (55+) from Calgary so we had the whole lodge. We were lucky as the weather was perfect for our 4 nights with a couple of rain showers happening twice overnight and sunny weather, blue skies for our hiking.The guides, Dave and Sandra were excellent and took their time with our 2 groups so that everyone had an enjoyable time. Over the 4 days, I managed 50 km and over 3000 m elevation gain. The food was first class and there was plenty of it. They catered to 1 vegan and 2 people with allergies. Dinners were chicken breast, lamb stew, pork tenderloin and BBQ beef tenderloin. For breakfast, there was both cold cereals, porridge and fruit to start followed with egg dishes and we made our own trail lunches. I can definitely recommend Mistaya Lodge. The tripadvisor questions below don't reflect this back country lodge and most aren't relevant.…
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Date of stay: August 2019
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There are no words to describe our 4 days at Mistaya Lodge. I am not a seasoned hiker but was there with seasoned hikers and the guides were fantastic. They set a pace that everyone in the group could handle. Each day we headed out to explore another area of the back country. The views were breath taking, just WOW! The food was fabulous, I have food allergies and they were accommodated seamlessly. The accommodations were basic but there was everything you needed. I loved the fact that we were the only ones there, because you get helicoptered in there are no other people anywhere near you. It is like your own private mountain paradise. The area is pristine, we hiked to the toe of 4 glaciers, hiked to 4 lakes and so many other beautiful sites. It was my first time in a helicopter and that was also a wonderful experience! The company they use explained everything in detail before we boarded and I felt so safe as we flew above the Rocky Mountains. It was all just WOW!…
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Date of stay: August 2019
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I was very impressed with everything about Mistaya Lodge - the food was excellent, the lodge is very clean and comfortable, and the outdoor experience is unparalleled. Fantastic hiking trails, great guiding, a lovely alpine lake that is perfect for a nice cool dip after a day in the mountains, and a wonderful sauna/shower experience to ease those tired muscles. The abundant flora and fauna add to the delight! Kudos to Dave (the owner) and his great staff for making our backcountry hiking experience the trip of a lifetime!
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Date of stay: August 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from mistayalodge, Owner at Mistaya Lodge
Responded Aug. 13, 2019
Thank you for staying with us Katherine! It was great to meet you and your friends!!!
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Mistaya Lodge is in a gorgeous basin surrounded by high peaks overlooking an emerald lake. The lodge offered a comfortable relaxing stay for the 10 in our group plus 2 additional guests whose company we welcomed. We shared rooms-2 to 3 per room, but each had our own bed, warm showers, sauna, and absolutely top shelf delicious food and plenty of it. Each day we were guided on a dramatic and challenging hike with less strenuous options as well. It was a heavenly 5 days.
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Date of stay: August 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from mistayalodge, Owner at Mistaya Lodge
Responded Aug. 11, 2019
Hello 61marianc! Thank you for sharing your memories with our future guests! It was a pleasure to meet you and your friends.
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I was there with a group of hikers, on a lousy weather weekend, but what an amazing place surrounded by glaciers! The helicopter ride (my first ever) was an experience, and the food was top-notch. The guides found trails that suited the weather and our fitness levels. I especially liked the hike that let us touch 3 glaciers in same day. Facilities better than you would expect - even 2 toilets on same floor as bedrooms. The hook-up for showers was definitely original. I want to go back again next year!
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Date of stay: August 2018Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: Rooms at front have views of lake and mountains, ones at back closer to toilets.
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Response from Cindy G, Owner at Mistaya Lodge
Responded Aug. 31, 2018
Thank you for taking the time to write a review and all the kind words! It would be our pleasure to have you back next year there are more special places to see. Now we know your rain gear works I will see what I can do about better weather next year ;) Cheers, Cindy
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What are some of the property amenities at Mistaya Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Mistaya Lodge?
Top room amenities include a refrigerator, blackout curtains, and a dining area.
What food & drink options are available at Mistaya Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Mistaya Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a sauna during their stay.