In 1922 Jimmy Simpson, a young Scottish mountaineer, trapper and mountain guide, built a simple hut here and called it Num-Ti-Jah. Later, rooms were added, and it became a simple rustic lodge for early explorers and tourists to Canada’s Rocky Mountains. The lodge continued to operate until 2019; now it has owners who are breathing new life into this wonderful old building. Step across the threshold and enter an interior of hand-hewn logs, magnificent stone fireplaces and windows that frame lovely lake views. Stylish modern furniture comfortably complements the historic charm of the sitting and dining rooms. A stay at The Lodge at Bow Lake is a chance to step away from the connected busyness of modern life. Lack of connectivity and televisions helps to concentrate your time and attention on the magnificent mountain landscape all around.
OUR OPINION:
This is a simple and atmospheric base for those seeking rest and immersion in the wilderness of Canada’s Rocky Mountains.
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Bow Lake
Dining room, Lodge at Bow Lake, Icefields Parkway
Fireweed Room at The Lodge at Bow Lake
Terrace at The Lodge at Bow Lake
Lodge at Bow Lake views, Icefields Parkway
Dining, Lodge at Bow Lake, Icefields Parkway
Dining room at The Lodge at Bow Lake
Reception and sitting room at The Lodge at Bow Lake
The Lodge at Bow Lake
Guest bathroom, Lodge at Bow Lake, Icefields Parkway
Whitebark Pine Room, The Lodge at Bow Lake
Guest room, Lodge at Bow Lake, Icefields Parkway
Rooms
There are 17 simple modern guest rooms, each with a queen-size bed and a smart contemporary shower room. The Whitebark Pine rooms are cosy and compact, while the Fireweed rooms are more spacious and come with a daybed sofa.
Location
Bow Lake lies in the heart of Banff National Park and The Lodge at Bow Lake enjoys expansive lake and mountain views. The lodge is also easily accessed, being located just off Icefields Parkway, one of Canada's most scenic highways. The lodge is just a 30-minute drive from Lake Louise and is the perfect hub for exploring the Icefields Parkway, Lake Louise and Yoho National Park.
Food and drink
All meals and non-alcoholic drinks are included, and the lodge has a strict no tipping policy. A hearty breakfast is served each morning at 8am and a packed lunch is provided so you can explore the great outdoors without going hungry. Afternoon snacks are served each day followed, at 6.30pm, by a four-course set-menu dinner. The convivial bar is a popular spot to gather before or after dinner, or you may prefer a leisurely stroll by the lake.
Environmental and social responsibility
There are dozens of hiking trails around the lodge, and on Bow Lake itself you can try catch and release fishing or kayaking. This land has been home to indigenous peoples for hundreds of years, and the owners have worked closely with members of the Treaty 7 Council to continue the stewardship and heritage of this part of their territory.
Tour ideas in Lake Louise
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at The Lodge at Bow Lake as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
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Lake Louise and nearby places
- Yoho National Park 24 miles away
- Field 20 miles away
- Banff 52 miles away
- The Kootenays 53 miles away
- Canmore 64 miles away
- The Purcell Mountains 107 miles away
- Calgary 113 miles away
- Jasper 108 miles away
- Fernie 163 miles away
- Claresholm 171 miles away