About The Lodge

A Haven in the Mountains

Handbuilt and Heartfelt

Situated among the spruce and fir trees of Yoho National Park, Cathedral Mountain Lodge is designed as a true mountain escape from city life. The only sounds you’ll hear are the rushing Kicking Horse River and the distant echo of a train passing through the historic Spiral Tunnels. The lodge features handcrafted luxury log cabins, a peaceful riverside setting, and an immersive connection to the surrounding wilderness. Guests enjoy authentic wood-burning fireplaces, chef-driven dining, and easy access to iconic sites like Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, and Takakkaw Falls. Blending elevated comfort with the natural beauty of the Canadian Rockies, Cathedral Mountain Lodge offers a secluded, nature-focused retreat unlike anywhere else.

Where Thoughtful Design Meets Natural Beauty

Designed by Vancouver architect Brad Lamoureux and opened in 2006— Cathedral Mountain Lodge is a purposefully crafted mountain retreat built to live in harmony with its natural surroundings. Using native logs, timber framing, and local stone, the lodge reflects the textures and colours of the Rocky Mountains and the Kicking Horse River valley. Large windows and vaulted ceilings in the Great Room and many cabins frame sweeping alpine views, bringing the beauty of Yoho National Park directly indoors.

Each handcrafted log cabin is carefully positioned among the trees along the riverbank, allowing the lodge to blend seamlessly into the forest and preserve the quiet atmosphere of the wilderness. This thoughtful design creates a rare balance of refined comfort and raw nature, giving guests a luxury cabin experience that feels deeply connected to the landscapes of the Canadian Rockies.

Home Away From Home

Each handcrafted log cabin is thoughtfully positioned among the trees along the Kicking Horse River, creating privacy while keeping the surrounding wilderness close. Wood-burning fireplaces, oversized windows and private decks make it easy to slow down, settle in and experience the Rockies from your own cabin.

Elevated Dining

The Riverside Dining Room brings fresh, seasonal cuisine into the lodge experience, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Kicking Horse River. From Market Fresh Breakfast to dinner after a day in the mountains, dining is designed to be part of your stay—not something you need to leave the lodge to find.

Guests sit around a fire roasting marshmallows, bside them lies the Kicking Horse River.

Fireside by the River

Unwind at Cathedral Mountain Lodge’s riverside firepit, set along the scenic Kicking Horse River and surrounded by towering Mount Stephen and Cathedral Mountain. It’s the perfect spot to end your day—listening to the rush of the water, taking in the mountain views, and enjoying a cozy fireside moment under the stars. Guests can purchase handcrafted s’mores kits at the Front Desk, complete with everything needed for a classic campfire treat.

Whether you’re relaxing after a hike or gathering with friends and family, the riverside firepit offers an unforgettable, authentic Rockies experience.

Endless Adventure

From Cathedral Mountain Lodge, explore the trails, lakes, waterfalls and mountain landscapes of Yoho National Park and beyond. Emerald Lake, Takakkaw Falls, Lake Louise and countless hiking routes are all within reach.

Quick Facts

Cathedral Mountain Lodge Highlights
  • Location: Yoho National Park, British Columbia, Canada
  • Elevation: 1,271 metres (4,170 feet) above sea level.
  • Property Size: 31 log cabins and 1 Main Lodge
  • Seasonal Operation Date: late May until early October.
  • Ownership: the Capilano Group
  • Design Highlights: Designed by Vancouver architect Brad Lamoureux (2006). Built with native logs, timber, and stone reflecting the Rockies.

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