December 8, 2003 – Lake Louise's Skoki Lodge was rated in the “Top 10 Winter Hideaways” by National Geographic Adventure Magazine (December 2003/January 2004). The magazine states, “you can learn a lot from the old guys. And this guy's the oldest of them all,” as Skoki lodge was built in 1930. This ski in lodge “sits at 7,100 feet in Banff's high alpine region; it's surrounded by five valleys, more than a half dozen lakes and striated peaks,” the magazine adds.

“North America's first backcountry ski lodge is a gem and is certainly highly regarded as a place for a wonderful escape,” says Matt Mosteller, Senior Director of Business Development for Resorts of the Canadian Rockies. “It is the crown jewel of ski touring or hiking lodges and remains a favorite of backcountry travelers, world-wide,” added Mosteller.

Skoki Lodge is set in the majestic landscape of Banff National Park and is accessed from Lake Louise Ski Area, owners and operators of the historical lodge. Skoki is accessible by an eight-mile (11 km) ski in, or a hike in the summer months (achievable by all ability levels). The lodge can accommodate twenty-two guests with its main lodge and three surrounding cabins. Skoki provides comfortable accommodation, in a backcountry setting with gourmet style food.

In addition to Skoki Lodge and Lake Louise Ski Area, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies' proud family of resorts includes the Calgary's closest mountain, Nakiska; Adventure Skiing at Fortress Mountain, Legendary Powder at Fernie and Kimberley is a Place to Reconnect with Family and Friends. With the new Canadian Rockies Louise Card, guests can experience great skiing/riding at all these Resorts at super savings. With the Rockies' only loyalty card, skiers and riders can enjoy their 1st, 3rd and 7th day of skiing/riding FREE and receive discounts on ticket prices at all RCR Resorts in Western Canada. Canadian Rockies Louise Cards are on sale on until December 17th, and can be purchased for $56.00 plus GST at the RCR Calgary Office and all RCR Resorts, as well as at Calgary CO-OP and Alberta Sport Chek, Sport Mart and AMA locations.

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