SUMMER RATES
Three Nights (Thursday-Sunday)
- $1155 per child
Four Nights (Sunday-Thursday)
- $1540 per child
TRIP DETAILS
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| What’s not included |
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| Rates |
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| Private lodge bookings |
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| Room booking |
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| Single occupancy |
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| Availability | Availability calendar: click here |
| Arrival & departure days | Sunday and Thursday |
| Meeting points |
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| Hike access |
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| Gear list | Summer gear list: click here |
| Families |
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| Summer 2026 | Currently accepting private lodge and room bookings. |
| Summer 2027 | Currently accepting private lodge bookings. Private lodge bookings have a two-week priority window after their trip to rebook for the following season by submitting a deposit. After this window, availability opens to other groups. Room bookings open on October 6, 2026. Rates: $575.00 per person/night |
FAQ’s
CANCELLATIONS
-Cancellations must be received in writing.
-All payments(s) are non-refundable and final.
TRANSFERS
The Reservation Fee (25% of trip cost) is not refundable and not transferable.
Trip payment can be transferred to a replacement provided that the;
-group finds the replacement(s)
-transfer is for the same trip dates.
-monies (less the reservation fee) are transferred directly between group members.
-Guest Agreement, Waiver and amount owing for the replacement is received no less that two weeks prior to departure
CANCELLATIONS AND/OR DELAYS DUE TO CHANGES IN ACCESS TRANSPORTATION
No refunds will be issued for cancellation and/or delays due to access transportation. Talus Lodge is not responsible costs incurred due to delayed and/or cancelled access transportation. Talus Lodge will accommodate guests delayed at Talus Lodge as a result of delays or cancellations, however, clients delayed coming into Talus Lodge will not be refunded the lost night(s) of accommodation at Talus Lodge. Delayed incoming clients are responsible for their own full expenses (such as meals and accommodation). Talus Lodge recommends not booking commercial flights on your departure day from Talus. Should Talus Lodge be required to provide helicopter transportation in the summer, due to cancellation, delays or changes to the access transportation, there will be an additional cost to provide helicopter transportation. The additional cost of helicopter transportation would be approximately $400.00 per person.
PAYMENT(S)
-Payment(s) are non-refundable and final
-Credit card information and payment instructions are collected in the Guest Agreement.
-Payment(s) are automatically processed on the credit card or instructions provided in the Guest Agreement.
RESERVATION FEE
-25% of trip cost
-The reservation fee must be received within five business days of booking.
-If the reservation fee is not received within five days of booking, the reservation will be released or the outstanding amount applied to the trip leader.
-The reservation fee is not refundable, non-transferable and final.
-The reservation fee covers the costs associated with registration for the intended stay. These costs are incurred whether the trip is utilized or not, for whatever reason. As such, once these funds are received, these services are deemed to have been rendered and that portion of the service agreement concluded.
-The reservation fee is included in the package cost.
TRIP PAYMENT
Winter: Due the first Monday in November.
Summer: Due the first Monday in May.
Talus Lodge is accessible by guided hiking and provided transportation from Canmore, Alberta. Due to safety reasons, including active mining and logging in the area, absence of marked trails, difficult terrain that requires skilled navigation, access is only possible with the provided guide and transportation.
A comparable hike in terms of elevation gain and distance is the hike from the Sulphur Mountain gondola station to the top of Sulphur Mountain. The route is not a fluffed and buffed trail. Don’t expect hands in the pocket walking!
GUIDED HIKING ACCESS
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| Distance | 7 km | 7 km |
| Elevation gain | 700 m | 135 m |
| Elevation loss | 135 m | 700 m |
| Average time | 4-5 hours | 3-5 hours |
SCHEDULE
| Inbound | 7:30 am transportation departs from Canmore, Alberta 9:30 am transportation departs from Nipika Mountain Resort 11:30 am Hiking 12:00 pm Trail lunch provided 15:00-16:30 pm Arrive at Talus |
| Outbound |
7:00 am Breakfast at Talus |
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.
ACMG led hiking guide experience is included in the summer rate. If guests chose to hike without a guide, hiking must within sight of the lodge and under the direction of the guiding team. Guests hiking without a guide must be with one other person, carry a radio and bear spray.
It’s best if the group has relativity the same ability and/or understands that the guiding team guides to the average level of the group.
The guiding program is determined each morning based on weather, conditions and the groups ambitions. There is often a group that goes longer, farther and higher. The other group might have a nap in a meadow after lunch with turn around points for folks who want to stay closer to home. The guiding program caters to the average level of the hiker in each group. Please keep in mind that we prioritize the groups needs and safety over individual aspirations. There are often turn around points for folks who want a shorter day.
Below are recommended maps if you wish to purchase a map prior to arrival. A heads up. There are no established trails at Talus. As a result, the maps have no marked trails. A map is not required for your trip to Talus as we offer a fully guided experience. For those wanting to get the lay of the land, we also have maps for guest use.
Recommended Map:
Kananaskis Lakes Topo Map 82J11: click here
This map is often not available for purchase in the Bow Valley. We recommend purchasing this map well in advance of your trip departure.
Gem Trek Banff/Assiniboine: click here
Easily purchased in the Bow Valley. Due to the scale of this map, the detail of the Talus area on this map is limited.
The closest weather forecast for the Talus area is the Kootenay National Park Weather Forecast. The overall weather in the mountains can be extremely variable. Expect temperatures from -5 °C to 30°C. Come prepared for hiking in the snow, wind, sun and bugs! We recommend bringing layers that will keep you warm and dry and clothing that offers sun and bug protection. For a summer gear list: click here
CANCELLATION/INTERRUPTION AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL INSURANCE
To avoid any financial hardship that an unexpected cancellation or interruption could cause, we strongly urge our clients to purchase appropriate Trip Cancellation/Interruption and Emergency Medical Insurance through a reputable insurance provider to protect your investment. Refunds for cancelled reservations can only be collected from your own cancellation/interruption insurance provider. Some credit cards provide this type of insurance, others do not. For a free no obligation quote for trip cancellation/interruption and emergency medical insurance from Lifestyle Insurance: click here
EVACUATION INSURANCE
The cost of a helicopter evacuation, in the case of medical emergency, is the responsibility of the guest. Helicopter evacuation coverage can be purchased from an insurance provider at the time of booking your trip.
