backcountry ski & hiking adventures in the Robson valley
ranging from beginner, introductory day trips to full week long adventures. best known for remote, alpine travel in the summer, and some of the best sled-access skiing in the winter.
based in mcbride, bc.
Sled-accessed ski tours, from single day to week-long hut-based trips in the Robson Valley
Off-trail navigation to incredible alpine views in Robson Valley’s backcountry
Our hiking tours in McBride, BC takes us to stunning alpine meadows in July and August!
Big mountain scenery on our week long backpacking trips to Kakwa Provincial Park
Day Hikes
From stunning mountain vistas, to incredible wildflower meadows, there is a hike for everyone to enjoy in the Robson Valley.
Enjoying the view at the the top of Boulder Mountain
For all hikes, guests are responsible to provide their own water (2L recommended), food, hiking equipment (backpack & boots) and appropriate clothing.
Most full day treks require a high-clearance vehicle to access the trailhead. Transportation can be provided if necessary. Please Contact Us with your availability dates as well as experience/fitness level and we’ll be happy to provide you with a list of available trips in the area to help choose the trip that is just right for you.
Half-day (May-Oct): 1-4 people: $349 (including taxes)
4 + people: $499-$699 (including taxes)
Full-day (June-Sept): 1-4 people: $525 (including taxes)
4-12 people: $699-$995 (including taxes)
hiking courses
looking to learn how to hike or backpack safely in the backcountry? these courses are for you!
Navigation Course (May 24-25) *8 spaces available
2-day navigation course. Classroom on Day 1; Field day on Day 2
Learn to prepare a trip & create an off-trail route
Advanced Map & Compass Skills included
Field Day applies the skills learned the classroom in a safe environment
Located in McBride, BC.
Annual Intro to Backpacking trip (June 14-15) *6 spaces available*
Overnight trip to Kinney Lake in Mt. Robson Provincial Park to learn backpacking skills
Learn about packing a pack, setting up camp, backcountry cooking, navigation skills and more, all on the shores of a stunning mountain lake.
Delicious, homemade backcountry food
Backpacking trips
looking to get off the beaten track and explore the remote wilds of british columbia? you’ve come to the right place!
Camping under the Northern Lights at Ozalenka Lake
Hiking up Charity Peak in the remote Cariboo Mountains of McBride, BC
View of the beautiful Raush River Valley above Uncle Tom’s Cabin
**2025 available backpacking dates**
Paradise Ridge Traverse (June 20-22) *6 spaces available
Based out of McBride BC
Beginner campers welcome; intermediate fitness necessary
Enjoy expansive alpine vistas on this classic Robson Valley ridge walk
Three days, two night schedule allows time to explore, summit and relax in this incredible location
Delicious, homemade backcountry food
Fitzwilliam Basin; Mount Robson Provincial Park ( July 20-22) *6 spaces available
Hike to and camp at a lovely subalpine lake in Mount Robson PP; intermediate fitness necessary
Day trip exploration on day two to more incredible lakes and alpine scenery
Enjoy delicious, homemade backcountry food
More exploration on day 3 if time allows before the hike down to the Yellowhead highway
Mount Robson & Berg Lake (July 11-13 *4 spaces available & Aug 10-13 *6 spaces available)
Visit breathtaking Berg Lake on a guided backpacking trip; intermediate fitness necessary
Learn about local flora and fauna
Experience mountain passes, waterfalls, glaciers and more
Delicious, homemade backcountry food
Join a group of like-minded people to share your Canadian Rockies memories
3-day Ozalenka Valley Backpacking Trip (Aug. 17-19 & Sept 14-16) *6 spaces available
Remote wilderness trek in the incredible Cariboo Mountains
Off-trail travel in the alpine with lakes, peaks and glaciers to discover
Beginner campers welcome! Intermediate fitness necessary
Delicious, homemade backcountry food
Based out of McBride, BC
Kakwa Provincial Park, BC; Float Plane Access (Aug. 24-28) *4 spaces available*
Remote wilderness trek in the Canadian Rockies
Incredible mountain lake scenery;
On and off trail hiking; Intermediate fitness necessary
Delicious, homemade backcountry food
Fly in; hike out (Closest town/city centres: Prince George or McBride, BC)
**Please Contact Us for availability if the dates above do not work for you. We also offer trips to Kristi Glacier, Avalanche Pass, Blueberry Lake and the Great Divide Trail by request!**
**If you’d prefer a more gentle walk in the McBride area, please get in touch as well.**
group RATES:
2-day: $475 + tax | $375 + tax (7-14 y/o)
3-day: $675 + tax | $575 + tax (7-14 y/o)
4-day: $850 + tax | $750 + tax (7-14 y/o)
5-day: $1100 + tax | $950 + tax (7-14 y/o)
7-day: $1550 + tax | $1350 + tax (7-14 y/o)
Private trips available upon request
Details:
For all backpacking trips, guests are responsible to provide their own personal hiking equipment. A gear list will be sent to you upon booking.
Tents, sleeping bag and pads can be rented through us for an additional cost.
All prices include permits, food, your guide and group camping equipment.
Notes:
Overnight to 7-day trips typically start at 08:00 on Day 1 and finish at 17:00 on the last day.
Some backpacking trips require a high-clearance vehicle to access the trailhead. Transportation can be provided if necessary.
If you would like to book a trip and provide your own food, please contact us for adjusted pricing.
MULTI-DAY HIKES REFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
There is a 15% non-refundable deposit at time of booking. If you are unsure if the trip is suitable for your group, please contact us before booking.
If just one person is signed up for a group trip, there will be an additional $100/day charge to accommodate. Please let us know if this will be a concern.
Final balance is due 90 days prior to trip date which this is non-refundable once paid.
If a booking is made 90 days or less prior to trip date, complete payment is due with no option for refund. There is a lot to prepare for every backpack & ski trip and this is to ensure those costs are covered. We hope you understand.
We attempt the trip no matter the weather forecast! We reserve the right to cancel trips or change trip location due to unforeseen circumstances. We will do our best to inform you as soon as possible, and to provide suitable substitutes of similar length and difficulty. Any trips cancelled by us will receive a 95% refund (5% covers credit card and admin fees).
great divide trail (gdt) services
blueberry lake Trailhead food drops
All food caches must not exceed 40 lbs.
For food caches at the Blueberry Lake Trailhead, you will receive a lock combination specific to your bear locker where you can open it up and collect your cache when you arrive. The caches will be placed 1-2 days before your scheduled arrival date and up to 1 week ahead of time. Fuel canisters can be added to the booking if interested.
$129/cache OR $99/cache for GDTA members
For food caches up at Blueberry Lake, we will coordinate a pick up date and time via InReach messages. We cannot leave a cache up there unattended, so this will require coordination on both our parts. It does mean you don’t have to hike down the Blueberry Trail to retrieve your cache and you can camp at the lake.
$399/cache, must call or email for availability
GDT Shuttles
For 2025, we are offering group shuttles on Thursday/Friday/Saturday only from mid-July through to the beginning of September.
Thursday/Saturday from McBride to Blueberry Lake Trailhead and back to McBride.
Friday from McBride to Bastille TH KM 75