The Rocky Mountains present over 2000 miles of unequaled natural beauty stretching along the Continental Divide from Santa Fe, New Mexico all the way to the wilderness north of Jasper, on the Alberta
- British Columbia border in Canada. Preserved by National Parks and forests and by the sheer inaccessibility of much of the terrain, the Rockies comprise one of North America's most pristine wilderness areas. Much of the land still belongs to the abundant wildlife: huge grizzlies roam forests and meadows, bald eagles circle far above sparkling rivers in search for fish. Even where man lives in villages tucked away in high remote valleys, mountain goats perch on treeless peaks and mountain lions hunt at night close by.
One of the great charms of the Rockies lies in this timeless coexistence between man and nature. Another attraction is the grand scale on which this whole area has been built. Towering snow capped mountain yield to valleys filled with colorful wildflowers in spring; steep hillsides flame with golden aspen and larch in autumn, alpine lakes gleam emerald and turquoise beneath a vast blue sky. Faced with this stunning plenitude of natural riches, man can only wonder at the unbridled forces which created this earthly paradise.
In 1872 Yellowstone became the worlds first national park, followed by Banff and Jasper National Park in the early century. State and provincial parks
as well as national forests also protect great tracts of land from uncontrolled development, so that the Rockies remain much as they were when Jim Bridger first described them over 150 years ago. In the twentieth century, the Rockies have become a
favourite vacationland, and those who visit the mountains come not to exploit the land but to carry away only photographs and fond memories. The
Alberta Rockies inhabitants have traditionally been an adventurous breed, and the frontier spirit is still strong in many of the small towns throughout the region. Many people continue to go west, lured by the sublime beauty of the mountains and the wealth of recreational activities, from fishing to backpacking to ballooning, as well as some of the best skiing in the world.
But perhaps the best way to enjoy the Alberta's Rockies is simply to go horseback
riding into the wilderness. Breath the intoxicating scent of lupine in a meadow, listen to the rush of a river; watch quietly as a moose and her calf drink at a pond. Allow the mountains to draw you into their harmony and tranquility for just a little while, and feel yourself a part of nature in the Rocky mountains.
Our camp is located (see Map) in the foothills behind Cadomin half an hour south of Hinton. The Jasper National Park boundary is only a couple of kilometers away and there are many different horse trails to explore. Our tent camp is equipped with a power plant, hot showers, kitchen tent, sleeping tents (2 to 4 person per tent). Our guests sleep on beds with foam mattresses. Our hearty meals are famous and you will spend many pleasant hours at the campfire.
We require minimum of 5 persons for 7 days. The rate is $150 US per person per day and we are looking forward to hearing from you.
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last updated: 01/24/2006
The Rocky Mountains present over 2000 miles of unequaled natural beauty stretching along the Continental Divide from Santa Fe, New Mexico all the way to the wilderness north of Jasper, on the Alberta
- British Columbia border in Canada. Preserved by National Parks and forests and by the sheer inaccessibility of much of the terrain, the Rockies comprise one of North America's most pristine wilderness areas. Much of the land still belongs to the abundant wildlife: huge grizzlies roam forests and meadows, bald eagles circle far above sparkling rivers in search for fish. Even where man lives in villages tucked away in high remote valleys, mountain goats perch on treeless peaks and mountain lions hunt at night close by.
