Fortress Backcountry Ridgeline Private Hiking Adventure
Overview
Fortress Mountain Resort is a private leasehold so there are no crowds on the hiking trails. Its stunning scenery and road access make it a favorite filming location, and a unique chance to access beautiful backcountry settings
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- ATV shuttle to backcountry hiking locations
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
We pick up at all Banff and Canmore hotels, as well as Stony Nakoda Resort. If you prefer to meet us at the starting location, we meet at Fortress Mountain Junction Service Station, located 40km south of Stony Nakoda Resort on Hwy 40. Please note there is no cellular service at the meeting location
off Hwy #40
40km south off Trans-Canada Alternative mailing: 69-1 Mt.Sparrowhawk Cres, Kananaskis, AB T0L 2H0, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Imagine yourself traversing high alpine ridgelines in the Canadian Rockies without crowds or long approaches. Join White Mountain Adventures in quiet, pristine Kananaskis country, as our guides shuttle you up the private/gated access road, then onward via Ranger ATV into the heart of the Fortress backcountry. Begin your day at the top of Fortress Ridge for a stunning 2-hour ridgeline guided hike. Take in the expansive 360-degree views of towering cliffs, wildflower meadows and pristine mountain lakes. Next shuttle to a secluded small alpine lake to explore surrounding larch forests in the shadow of towering rock walls above.
Learn about the history, geology and natural surroundings, including stories from Hollywood films shot here; Jumanji: The Next Level, Inception, The Revenant and more.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age to participate is 12 years old
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-45607P41
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- ATV shuttle to backcountry hiking locations.
- Lunch.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Fortress Backcountry Ridgeline Private Hiking Adventure is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Fortress Backcountry Ridgeline Private Hiking Adventure will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- ATV shuttle to backcountry hiking locations
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age to participate is 12 years old
