40 feet of snow annually, most of it diamond dust powder, endless terrain options, and loooong descents. That’s Rogers Pass, a supreme backcountry area in British Columbia, and there’s no better way to explore it than by staying in a cozy timber lodge in the heart of it. With the mountain hut as your home for this 4-day ski touring adventure, you can head straight out the door and immediately cruise down supreme powder. Two ACMG guides will be joining you on this trip—they’ll show you all the spots, help you work on your objectives, and, most importantly, keep you safe. And as if the perfect snow isn’t enough, the Selkirks surroundings and terrain are also second to none: glades, tree skiing, chill slopes, the classic Forever Young couloir—you want it, you got it. Rogers Pass deserves the hype (as well as respect and caution), so going out with expert guides who will be do their best to minimize avalanche danger is your best bet.
Unparalleled snow quality and superior backcountry access make Rogers Pass the perfect ski touring getaway. Based out of a mountain hut in the heart of Rogers Pass, you will go out every day and explore its varied terrain. Two ACMG guides will be joining you, so it will be possible to split into two groups, according to objectives and abilities. After full days on the incredible diamond dust powder, retreat back to your warm hut, where dinner will be served. Surround yourself with other backcountry skiing enthusiasts and explore one of the best touring areas in North America!
Meet your guide and your group at 7:30 am in Revelstoke. Sign your waivers and get organized. Once you’ve done that, drive up the highway to the Rogers Pass Area. Settle into your comfy mountain hut surrounded by majestic peaks of the Selkirks and acres of incredible powder where you’ll find a multitude of ski touring objectives right out the door.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Mountain hut
Rise and shine, you’ll want to use up full days here in the world-renowned Rogers Pass! Step onto the unlimited amount of soft snow, and let your ACMG guides show you the best spots. Though Rogers Pass is prone to avalanches, there is a Winter Permit System making sure that ski tourers don’t enter areas where avalanche control is planned—and this is exactly why you’re going with a guide, they will navigate this system for you.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: Mountain hut
After a hearty breakfast, make sure to use your last day in Rogers Pass to the max! Get back to your hut, pack up, and head back to Revelstoke for a burger and beer with your terrific guides and your group. Say goodbye to them, and if you’d like to stay longer in the area, just ask your guides for some recommendations!
Meals: Breakfast
This general itinerary may change slightly depending on the group and the specific area you’re going to. There will be more information on the logistics after booking.
Monte was a fantastic guide for our 4-day ski touring trip. He has an unbelievable amount of knowledge of the backcountry, weather and snow but struck an outstanding balance between the level of information he provided and the practicality of applying it in a backcountry scenario. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide! His dry sense of humour also kept thing fun on the skin track!
I have been on a number of backcountry ski/ski mountaineering trips with Monte & Black Sheep Adventure Sports over the past several years. These trips have included avalanche safety training (level 2), and multiple multi-day hut trips in some expert level terrain (such as the Tantalus range near Squamish, BC). On all the trips Monte and his guides have displayed excellent professionalism, tuition, and decision making in the mountains. In mixed ability groups, Monte will tailor the trip to all ability/fitness levels, ensuring everyone has a great time. Monte has also pushed me to tackle steeper terrain than I was used to skiing in the backcountry (both on the up and down).I would not hesitate to go on more trips in Monte in future.
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This 4-day Rogers Pass ski touring trip is ideal for anyone from intermediate to advanced skiers and splitboarders.
There will be two guides on the trip, so there can be two different groups tackling different objectives—or you can go out as a group with the option of different length days. Your guides will help you improve your skills and coach when things get a bit more difficult.
You’ll want to be reasonably fit and able to travel between 6 and 8 hours a day, and you also need to have some backcountry touring experience. No formal avalanche training is necessary, but it is an asset.
To participate in this tour, you need to have previous backcountry skiing experience.
If you’ve never backcountry skied before and are looking to try it out in British Columbia, we recommend a day of backcountry skiing in Duffey Lake, backcountry skiing in Whistler, or backcountry skiing in Revelstoke.
Liability waivers are a standard part of all guided outdoor adventures. Recently, the requirements have become a bit more rigorous for ACMG guides—meaning that you’ll need to agree to the signing of the waiver at the time of booking.
Prior to booking, we ask you to review the waiver. During the checkout process, you’ll have to acknowledge the risks and agree to the signing of the waiver. You are required to bring a printed copy on the trip.
Please note that signing and agreeing to the terms of the waiver is required in order to join this adventure. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us prior to booking.
For technical backcountry ski touring gear, you will need to bring:
For personal items, we recommend bringing:
This is what you’ll need for the Asulkan Hut:
This is a list of clothing we recommend you bring:
All mandatory gear can be rented if you don’t have your own. You can rent avalanche safety pack, including a backpack, beacon, shovel and probe with your guides in the booking process.
You can rent alpine touring or telemark skis (or splitboard) touring boots, and poles in Revelstoke with Powder Rentals or The Wax Bench. As an outdoor hub, there’s a multitude of rental shops in Revelstoke to choose from.
Rentals should be picked up the night prior to your outing. If you need to rent gear, let us know and we can help make arrangements.
You’ll stay in one of the best situated huts in the whole of North America. Staying there means supreme backcountry access, with the Asulkan Valley and the nearby offering spectacular skiing opportunities.
Built in the pan-abode style (meaning that the focus is on the wood adjusting to its environment and settling into its new shape), this hut is a beautiful timber-frame building with large north-facing windows. It sleeps 10 people, and the common area is cozy and spacious.
Foam mattresses, cooking, and eating utensils are provided, meaning that guests are expected to bring their own sleeping bags, food, and personal items. You’ll have a cooking stove, lightning, and heat, all of which are supplied by propane.
Group sizes and prices:
Ski touring in Rogers Pass can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements:
If your group has skiers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Revelstoke, the starting point of your Rogers Pass ski touring adventure, most people fly into Kelowna International Airport (YLW). From there, you can rent a car or take a shuttle service to Revelstoke. It will take you around 2.5 hours to reach Revelstoke. Another option is Calgary International Airport (YYC), though there is no shuttle service, so you’d have to rent a car and it would take you 4.5 hours.
Make sure to arrive in Revelstoke at least a day prior to the tour, as you’re meeting your guide and your group at 7:30 am.
Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best place to meet, whether that’s at the guide shop or a predetermined location.
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Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Deposits
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.
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Early Bird booking
Want to be the first one to know when we publish new dates or secure your spot well in advance? Select a future month that suits you best and lock in your Early Bird spot in time with just a 10% deposit.
As soon as our guides publish new tour dates, you’ll be the first one to know. We’ll hold your spot for 2 weeks until you choose the date that suits you best.
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