Elk River Lodge sits at the edge of a huge wilderness in the majestic Canadian Rockies, with national and provincial parks north and south. Here is a fishing paradise, with countless miles of exciting dry fly fishing by guided drift boat or by wading straight from the lodge. The Elk River is bountiful with wild cutthroat and huge bull trout! You will also find ultimate privacy, with 92 acres to roam. There is an incredible diversity of wildlife in this roadless place, from bear to bald eagle; you can view it all by horseback, raft or on foot. A beautifully restored historic lodge features six cozy bedrooms, custom log furniture, fireplace and spacious decks.

Ecotourism

The amazing diversity of wildlife around Elk River Lodge includes elk, grizzly and black bear, mountain goats, moose, bighorn sheep, timber wolves, coyotes, badgers, lynx, mountain lions, and bald eagles. You’re sure to see mule and whitetail deer. Ideal for outdoor-loving families or small groups!

Fishing

Bordered by the Elk River, the ranch offers miles of world-class dry fly fishing in a majestic setting. The trout run large and eager here in the Elk River, and the Wigwam, Bull and Crowsnest rivers and several alpine lakes teem with wild trout. Fishing is catch-and-release; guides are required for inexperienced anglers.

Mountain

Elk River Lodge is literally surrounded by breathtaking mountains. The lodge is uniquely located in a natural corridor through the spectacular Canadian Rockies, central to Height of the Rockies and Elk Lakes Provincial Parks, Banff National Park, and Waterton Glacier International Peace Park.

Nature

Elk River Lodge is the ideal place for experiencing the outdoors. Here, along the Continental Divide between national and large provincial parks, you’ll find a diversity of large game, glaciers, waterfalls, and more, all with no road access. This is an unspoiled, uncrowded natural paradise.

Outfitters

Elk River Lodge works with experienced, friendly and professional guides for truly unsurpassed dry fly fishing. They’ll take you on Mackenzie style drift boats to the hot spots for wild native cutthroat and bull trout, eager to bite; stock up at a full-service fly shop.

Inns And B & B's

Elk River Lodge is an historic working cattle ranch, carefully restored to its 1910 grandeur. All six rooms feature incredibly comfortable log beds; the lodge itself offers hot tubs, balcony overlooking a private spring creek, and cozy fireplace. Packages include three hearty meals each day.

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Take your family or friends to Elk River Lodge for spectacular fishing vacations, or choose a package combining fishing and horseback riding. Here is nature at its best!

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