ROOMS & AMENITIES

Skimming across the summit of the Columbia Icefields, we begin a lazy descent that brings us to a quiet splashdown on the undisturbed waters of our remote hideaway. We taxi up to the only sign of habitation on the lake, and there we find the quaint and cozy accommodations of Fortress Lake Wilderness Retreat, nestled along the sandy shoreline. As we open the aircraft door, the smell of home baked bread and wood smoke deliciously tease our nostrils. Several well-marked hiking trails are seen to depart the camp, as we walk from the dock past a row of fishing skiffs, canoes, and sea kayaks, to be shown to one of six private cabins. As our thoughts crystallize, it strikes us that this is paradise found, and everything a wilderness adventure should be.

		CABINS We accommodate just 12 guests, in six very quaint and comfortable private cabins, far from the maddening crowds of our more popular mountain Parks. Each of our guest units consist of a very cozy wood heated 14 X 16 foot framed cabin, nicely paneled in tongue and groove pine. Canvas is then stretched over the frame giving the cabin an appropriately rustic backcountry appearance. Up to four individuals share a cabin, or private single and double occupancy is available for a small surcharge. Beds are either single or double, and your bedding and linen is supplied, as are your towels, soap and shampoo. Our kitchen and dining room is housed in a separate building, and our washhouse comes complete with traditional cast iron tub, shower, and sink. The outhouses are equipped with flush toilets, and we supply porta-potties for your overnight use.
MEALS The cook produces old-fashioned home cooked meals worthy of your grandmother's praise. Our wood cook stove helps deliver hearty meals that include salads, soups, stews, chowders, fresh vegetables, beef, turkey, pork, chicken, and of course, lot's of fresh baked breads, cookies, cakes, and pies. You can expect a piping hot breakfast and dinner, each with enough components to satisfy the quirkiest appetite. After breakfast we present guests with a lunch buffet. This allows you to pack a picnic for your daily outings. During inclement weather, we can welcome you back early, and you can supplement your packed lunch with hot home-made soup or stew. All snacks, fruit, coffee, tea, and powdered juices are included. Canned or bottled beverages can be purchased separately.

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Fortress Lake Wilderness Retreat
Places Less Travelled Ltd.
P.O. Box 1829, Golden, B.C. V0A 1H0
PH. (250) 344 - 2639
FAX: (250) 344 - 5520
E-Mail: places@rockies.net