Golden BC
Golden BC is a spectacular haven for nature lovers. One could easily spend weeks exploring all the things to do in Golden. However, most of our guests want to experience the best things to do during their stay at Heather Mountain Lodge. While our visitors are spoiled with unlimited nature to explore and some of the best hikes in western Canada, they are unfortunately not spoiled with unlimited time. As a result, we have come up with a list of the Top Five Things To Do In Golden BC so you can make the most of your adventure.
As a backcountry lodge we are purposefully situated in Glacier National Park where there is seldom infrastructure to ensure authentic experiences in the natural world. For daytime excursions we recommend taking the 40 minute drive into Golden where there is no shortage of things to do from brewpubs to white water rafting adventures. Check out the list below to find out about our five favourite things to do in Golden British Columbia.
The Top 5 Things To Do In Golden BC
- Golden Skybridge
- Kicking Horse Gondola
- Whitetooth Brewing Co.
- Norther Lights Wolf Centre
- White Water Rafting
1. Golden Skybridge
The Golden Skybridge is so much more than Canada’s highest suspension bridge! While it is that, the adventure centre is also pressure cooker of some of the best things to do in Golden, BC. It’s an action park featuring zip-lining, a high ropes course, climbing wall, a mountain rail coaster, and axe throwing! Bring a picnic basket or order food from the food trucks in the casual dining area. General admission and full access adventure passes are available so you can simply enjoy the trails or go gangbusters on all the attractions. A one stop shop for family friendly activities, the Golden Skybridge is a uniquely fun thing to do while nestled amongst the trees of Golden BC.
2. Kicking Horse Gondola
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is well known for its epic powder skiing and gnarly slack country peaks accessible straight from the Gondola. Come summer time, the resort is transformed into a series of biking and hiking trails. A gondola ride up to the summit offers a humbling spine hike and the opportunity to dine at the Eagle’s Eye mountaintop restaurant. Possibly the greatest reason to visit is not something but someone! Boo the resident grizzly bear sleeps, hunts and plays inside his custom built refuge enclosure. Orphaned as a cub, Boo got a second lease on life when he was brought to the bear refuge for study. If you want some amazing vistas while getting a first rate education in all things Grizzly bear head to Kicking Horse Resort just a short drive from downtown Golden.
3. Whitetooth Brewing Co.
Located in the heart of Golden BC, at the confluence of the Columbia and Kicking Horse Rivers, Whitetooth is a modern brew house specializing in Belgian and West Coast style beers. In summer their large outdoor patios host live music so you have a dance while enjoying a small batch beer flight. For travellers bringing their canine along Whitetooth has three designated dog friendly tables, minors however are prohibited. If you’re looking to enjoy a tasty brew after a day of adventure head to Whitetooth Brewing Co. in Golden British Columbia.
4. Northern Lights Wolf Centre
For a fun, furry and educational outing head to the Northern Lights Wolf Centre just a short drive past Golden. The staff at this wolf sanctuary are incredibly kind and knowledgeable about the animals in their care. You can go on an interpretive tour or get up close and personal with these majestic protectors on a wolf hike! Join the pack and become an ambassador for wolves in the wild when you visit the Northern Lights Wolf Centre.
5. White Water Rafting
Hit the rushing water of Kicking Horse River with a white water rafting adventure with Alpine Rafting. They offer gentle river floats for those who don’t seek the adrenaline rush of crashing through alpine rapids. You can choose from half day trips or overnight camping excursions. For the best white water river tours in Golden BC be sure to check out Alpine Rafting.
If you want to avoid the crowds of Banff & Lake Louise this summer, cross the border into BC and discover the incredible untouched nature of Glacier National Park. For guided hikes, rustic chic cabins and elevated dining that’s located in the heart of it all, book a stay at Heather Mountain Lodge. When you’ve hiked to your heart’s content and need a little taste of civilization, take a day trip to Golden BC and check out our five favourite excursions in and around town!
We hope you enjoyed reading our list of the Top 5 Things To Do in Golden BC and that you put it to good use! Have a comment or a question for us? Please reach out at any time and we’ll be happy to give you local advice.