Talus is a guided hike access lodge and transportation is provided from Canmore, Alberta. Clients are required to hike with their personal gear required for their stay.
Talus Lodge is situated at tree line and surrounded by a rocky plateau. Talus is aptly named as there is an 100% chance of walking on and/or traversing talus slopes or scree. Talus has few established trails and no marked trails. We often follow routes as opposed to established trails. Due to the natural topography, don’t expect a fluffed and buffed trail network or hands in the pocket walking. The hiking is considered challenging as it involves moving over uneven terrain. Expect to connect with your inner mountain goat.
The hiking terrain includes a little bit of everything. Talus is the queen of the micro-terrain. High plateau limestone walking, meadows, and, if the conditions permit, ridge walking. She is also the moss boss of the Rockies.
Depending on the groups ability and energy levels, the guided hikes range from 5 kilometers to 10 kilometers. Elevation gain ranges are from 200 meters to 1000 meters. The guiding program caters to the average level of the hiker in each group. There are often turn back options for those who want shorter days or aren’t keen on ridge walking.
