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Spring Fling 2019

12/17/2018

 
The Spring Fling Package at The Crossing Resort
Package Includes:​ 
- 1 night accommodation 
- Full hot breakfast in Mt. Wilson Restaurant 
- Only $64.50 per person, double occupancy, plus applicable taxes ​​
​Package available from April 15 to May 30, 2019
Queen Room The Crossing Resort
Mt Wilson Breakfast

Hike & Attraction Special, Spring Edition

12/11/2018

 
Hike and Attraction Package - Fall - The Crossing Resort
Queen Room
Package Includes:​ ​
  • Two night stay in a King or Queen Standard room (Mountain View rooms available for an additional charge) 
  • Breakfast for two each day, Mt. Wilson Restaurant 
  • 10% discount dinner coupon each night, Mt. Wilson Restaurant 
  • Full payment required at time of booking 
  • Trail Map Included 
  • Only $129.00 per person, based on double occupancy, plus applicable taxes  
  • Package available April 15 to May 30, 2019 *Blackout dates: May 10 & 11, 2019  
Check out our hiking and attraction guides to plan your stay. Don't miss out on the Best Value in Banff National Park!
Hiking Guide
Attraction Guide

Hiking Tips for Fall Treks

8/30/2018

 
September Hiking Tips - Canadian Rockies
Fall hiking offers much more to enjoy; the spectacular color changes, uncrowded trails and generally good conditions. But beware, fall hikes also offer challenges. The best tip we can offer is "Be Prepared"; weather changes are a fact of life. It is possible to experience sunshine, rain and even snow, with sudden temperature drops within a couple of hours. When planning your outing, keep in mind that the daylight hours are shorter, so the distance of your selected day hike becomes more important. Can you make the return trip in daylight hours? Keep in mind the following tips for your fall adventure in the mountains.
  • Safety First. Have the right gear for the weather you may encounter. Think layers.
  • Happy Feet. Sturdy, comfortable hiking boots are a must for fall hiking.
  • Pack extra socks, ensure toenails clipped.
  • Hydration. Keep hydrated, carry ample water. 
  • Hat & Sun blocker. The fall sun is still strong at elevation.
  • Bear Spray. Enough said!
  • Pack food and snacks. Carry fire starter device and make sure you bring a good flashlight, just in case!
  • Be sure to conduct a pre-hike study of the trail selected. 
  • In the fall, it can suddenly turn cold. Have you got a space blanket or a lightweight sleeping bag?

To enjoy your hike, hike smart. We appreciate your patronage and would love to see you back!
Don't forget you can stock up on snacks and hiking supplies at the General Store!

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September Last Minute Web Only Special

8/19/2018

 

The Best Value In Banff National Park!

September Web Only Special
Package Includes:​ ​
- 1 night accommodation, single or double occupancy  
- Full hot breakfast in Mt. Wilson Restaurant 
- From only $175.20 per room, plus applicable taxes  
- Package available September 15 to September 30, 2018 

Details

One-night stay in a Queen Standard with two queen-size beds at a 20% discount plus breakfast for two; based on single or double occupancy. Also available in our King Standard, Queen Mountain and King Mountain category for an additional charge. For bookings with 3 or 4 guests (only in our Queen rooms), there will be an extra person charge of $15.00 plus taxes per person with a maximum of 4 guests in the room; breakfast for the 3rd and 4th person will have to be paid separately.

Restrictions: The suite and adjacent room are excluded from the special. Extra person charge is $15.00 plus taxes per person with a maximum occupancy of 4 guests in our Queen rooms, breakfast for the 3rd & 4th person to be paid separately. New bookings only. Other restrictions may apply. Same day bookings possible. Special can only be booked online, not over the phone.
Last Minute September Web Only Special

August Hiking Tips for the Icefields Parkway

8/2/2018

 
Mistaya Canyon
Mistaya Canyon - photo credit Sharon Burgess
​While we actively encourage you to discover the spectacular hiking trails along the Parkway, we also wish to remind you of our wildlife neighbors. Here are a few common sense tips for safety around wildlife.
  • Wildlife is wild! They may look tame but they're not. Be cautious.
  • Never, ever feed wildlife. They can become aggressive and dangerous.
  • Never put people, especially children, in harm's way by posing them with wildlife.
  • ​If you are a hiker, carry Bear Spray and be Bear Smart, avoiding surprise encounters. A loud shout, singing and conversation is more effective than Bear Bells.
  • If hiking, travel in groups if possible.
  • Wear full or mid-cut boots for support. Tennis shoes and urban athletic shoes are too flexible for roots, rocks and rough terrain.
  • Hat, sunglasses and sun-blocker a must, fire starter & a pocket knife a good idea too.
  • 1-2 liters of water for a day hike; fruit, nuts, and a sandwich as well.
  • Jacket or vest for mountain chills & rain slick.
  • Bug spray recommended.
  • If you must take your dog with you, keep it on a leash!

To enjoy your hike, hike smart. Remember, you can stock up on hiking supplies and food at our General Store.  We appreciate your patronage and would love to see you back!
August Web Only Special

August on The Parkway

7/30/2018

 
Bow Lake in August
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Traditionally, August is the warmest month of the season with sunny skies and settled weather; the best time to plan a mountain adventure. All hiking trails are open and as a result, you'll have some company in the back country, but that is a good thing. Hiking with other folks or in groups is advisable in August when the berries ripen and the bears are enjoying the harvest, fattening up for the coming winter.
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The clear August days are also the photographer's dream. If you are hoping to spot wildlife, be on the road in the early morning, as most animals disappear into the cool of the forest to escape the heat of the day and the noise of traffic. But remember, don't feed them!

Want to come stay with us to rest after you hike? Be sure to check out our August Web Only Special!

Tips for Enjoying the Parkway in Peak Season

6/29/2018

 
grizzly bear on Icefields Parkway
mountain goat on Icefields Parkway
  • Start your day early; you'll see more wildlife and miss the heavy traffic.
  • Visit attractions like the Columbia Icefield and Glacier Skywalk in early morning or late afternoon to insure your space on the attractions.
  • Trail head parking occasionally overflows by mid-morning, so plan ahead.
  • If you are hiking in the Rockies, include insect repellent with DEET to deter ticks and mosquitoes and carry bear spray in your day pack.
  • Pack a rain slicker and sweater in case of sudden weather changes.
  • Watch your fuel gauge, The Crossing is the only service centre between Lake Louise and Jasper.
  • Need lunch for your hike? Pick up a bag lunch at The Crossing Cafeteria.
  • Follow the posted speed limits - animals often dart out of the ditch or the surrounding forest onto the highway.
July Web Only Special - The Crossing Resort

Tips and Ticks

5/14/2018

 
tips for ticks and hiking

Hiking Tips for Successful Trips

When planning your outings in the Rockies, the best tip we can offer is "Be Prepared". Weather changes are a fact of life. At higher elevations, it is possible to experience rain, snow, sudden temperature drops and blazing sun all in the same day. The following are key tips for your hike preparations.
  • Safety First. Have the right gear for the weather you may encounter. Think 3 layers.
  • Happy Feet. Properly fitting boots, extra dry socks, toenails clipped, and swap out shoes/hiking boots before and after your hike.
  • Hydration. Keep hydrated, carry ample water. 
  • Hat & Sun blocker. Avoid the fierce burns of high altitude sun.
  • Bug Spray. Bear Spray. Enough said!
  • Pack food and snacks. Carry fire starter device.
  • Be sure to conduct a pre-hike study of the trail selected. 
  • In the spring, it can turn cold. Have you got a space blanket or a lightweight sleeping bag?
  • Spring is tick season. Note the above image of a tick on a leaf, waiting for you to brush by and "hop on."
  • After hiking, leave your backpack at the door, strip down and have a shower. Check the back of your neck, hair & scalp, upper body and legs. In the off-chance you have a tick, follow the correct procedure of removal with tweezers.
  • But don't be overly alarmed. Famous hiker and local author Brian Patton has written numerous trail guides and I quote, "I've never picked up a tick in the Rockies in northerly exposed slopes or in sub-alpine and alpine regions."
  • The tick season is pretty much done by July in the Canadian Rockies.
  • The Rocky Mountain tick is not the "bad guy" of the tick world and does not spread Lyme disease. That dubious honor belongs to the "deer tick", endemic to BC's southern valleys and the Lower Mainland.

​To enjoy your hike, hike smart. We appreciate your patronage and would love to see you back!

The General Store

4/28/2018

 
The Crossing Resort General Store
The Crossing Resort General Store
The Crossing Resort’s General Store has everything to make your mountain getaway more enjoyable. Find that something special to take home as a memento of your Rockies getaway or as a gift for someone special. Choose from a wide variety of gifts and souvenir items including clothing, jewellery, art and pictorials. You can also replenish your grocery and RV supplies to round out your camping or picnic needs. Also, the General Store also offers confections and our Famous Circus Line serves up ice-cream, special coffees, hotdogs, sandwiches, pretzels, and other assorted food and beverage items.
We are pleased to announce the General Store now stocks of all your hiking accessory needs, including stainless steel water bottles, trail guides and guide books, insect repellant, rain slickers, hats, laces, sun blocker, walking sticks, gloves, bear bells, Stormtech Clothing and hiking provisions.
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Don’t forget to register your hike and order a box lunch the night before. We’ll have it packed and ready to go at your request.  
snacks at the General Store at The Crossing Resort
Hiking Gear at The General Store at The Crossing Resort
The Crossing Resort General Store souvenires
The Crossing Resort Food at the General Store

Service Station

4/27/2018

 
Gas and Diesel fill up at The Crossing Resort Icefields Parkway
Check your fuel and fill up here. Our full Service Station will take care of your motoring needs while you stretch and unwind. Your passengers can refresh in the Main Lodge while your tank is filled, windshield washed and washer fluid is topped up. Let us keep you motoring at The Crossing. Gasoline, diesel, LPG fueling and tank fill available.
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Motorcycle Club at The Crossing Resort Service Station
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Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada​​
The Crossing Resort is located 85 kms (51 mi) north of Lake Louise, at the junction of Highway # 93 (the Icefields Parkway), and Highway # 11, the David Thompson Highway.

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Phone: 403-761-7000
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