How to Get Here

Road access to the lodge requires a 4WD vehicle with good tires. Gravel roads can be rough and we are 55km away from town. Detailed directions are provided after you have booked.

Bike Racks

Some roof and hitch type racks are not suitable for the conditions. Transporting bikes inside a vehicle, trailer of truck box may be better. Car pooling is encouraged. 

What to Bring

All linens, bedding, towels, soap, shampoo, and hand cream are provided.

Bring personal toiletries, outdoor gear, lodge shoes, and hangout clothes. A headlamp can be handy for night excursions. We have books, games, a stereo, two guitars, box drum, and mandolin. 

The electricity is always on. Micro hydro and moonlight powered.   

Hikers

Hiking groups should be prepared for mountain weather and emergency situations.  

Here is a basic list:

• Personal day pack with water bottle, sunscreen, sunhat, extra warm clothing, rain gear, blister repair kit

• Outdoor clothing, boots, hat for extremes in mountain weather conditions (it can snow any month of the year) and bugs

• Group basic first aid equipment (we have complete first aid including oxygen at the lodge)

Bikers 

You are a long ways from a bike shop! In addition to your bike, helmet, and basic tools bring:

• Another spare tube

• More spare parts than normal !

• You are in the mountains - carry basic first aid and spare warm layers with you

We have 29km of trails. The riding includes punchy climbs, drops, rolls and engaging descents, all professionally built. Alpine routes are technical, families will enjoy shorter loops with fun features - bridges, rock crossings and neat roll overs.

Arrival & Departure

• Drive to Sol along the Shelter Bay Road gravel road.

• Unload your gear at the lodge, sign waivers, return your vehicle to our guest parking lot and hike or bike the 2 km back. Leaving: pack up, load vehicles and return to the parking lot for departure on half-day plans.

Daily Routine

• Breakfast service at 7:30 AM. Lunches are pre-made and available at breakfast.

• 8:30 launch. Apres, sauna, showers, stretch as you wish. Dinner at 7:00.

• Jazz lounge, yoga room, board games, campfires and stargazing.

Destinations

• West Loop followed by Sol Lake trail, Crazy Train and Beacon Check.

• Mt. Fosthall via South Caribou Pass.

• South Caribou Pass to Infinity and Beyond for a full day of alpine tech. Be sure to stop for a swim at Sol Lake.

• Morning loop of Beacon Check to Sassy Toe to Bearback Loop and Park n’ Ride back to the lodge. Afternoon hike up Beyond to Infinity Tarns, and Sol Lake for a sunset swim.

• Be sure to descend the Ridge Trail to Crazy Train and Bunny Slabs.

• Hit the Infinity and Beyond again because no one dials it the first time! And it is SO GOOD.

Guided hiking makes the most of your time and conserves energy spent on route-finding. Our trail network connects you to meadows, peaks, lakes and accessible alpine travel.

Arrival & Departure

• Drive to Sol along the Shelter Bay Road gravel road.

• Unload your gear at the lodge, sign waivers, return your vehicle to our guest parking lot and hike the 2 km back. Leaving: pack up, load vehicles and return to the parking lot for departure on half-day plans.

Daily Routine

• Breakfast service at 7:30 AM. Lunches are pre-made and available at breakfast.

• 8:30 launch. Apres, sauna, showers, stretch as you wish. Dinner at 7:00.

• Jazz lounge, yoga room, board games, campfires and stargazing.

Destinations

• Sol Mountain summit to Twin Peaks Lake. Optional push for Pride Rock.

• Mt. Fosthall via South Caribou Pass.

• Infinity ridge to Sol Lake.

• Peters Lake via South Caribou Pass, following the trail down into Monashee Provincial Park.

• Bill Fraser Lake. Infinity Ridge for the views.

Use our trail network to access open alpine and ridges. Runners will find a variety of trails from gentle meadow excursions, ridge runs and alpine climbs.

Arrival & Departure 

• Drive to Sol along the Shelter Bay Road gravel road.  

• Unload your gear at the lodge, sign waivers, return your vehicle to our guest parking lot and hike the 2 km back. Leaving: pack up, load vehicles and return to the parking lot for departure on half-day plans.

Daily Routine

• Breakfast service at 7:30 AM. Lunches are pre-made and available at breakfast. 

• 8:30 launch. Apres, sauna, showers, stretch as you wish. Dinner at 7:00. 

• Jazz lounge, yoga room, board games, campfires and stargazing.

Destinations

• Mt. Fosthall via South Caribou Pass.

• Sol Mountain summit to Twin Peaks Lake. Optional push for Pride Rock. 

• Infinity ridge to Sol Lake. 

• Peters Lake via South Caribou Pass, following the trail down into Monashee Provincial Park

• Bill Fraser Lake. Infinity Ridge for the views.

Adventures at Sol Mountain Lodge can include activities that at times may have a higher-than-normal element of risk. Once you venture into the backcountry you are entering an uncontrolled environment. At Sol Mountain Lodge we do our utmost to allow you to enjoy an exhilarating yet safe experience.

Guided trips are led by highly-trained, professionally-certified members of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. Safety always comes first, Sol Mountain Lodge strives to ensure it is a key component of any backcountry experience.

In order to help you be aware of the level of risk associated with the specific backcountry activity you are participating in, we encourage you to review the “Assumption of Risks” portion on the Sol Mountain Lodge Waiver. This will allow you to be prepared, have peace of mind and make your trip as memorable as possible.