The Now and the Future
Golden is sandwiched between two impressive mountain ranges, so there’s no doubt that amazing Alpine trail running is a “thing...” and only getting better.
The current alpine running options are primarily focused in the Purcell Mountains, to the west of Golden and based from Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. The resort does not currently permit “uphill traffic” during summer operations on the resort trails for safety reasons (downhill mountain bikers and a grizzly bear refuge) so you can access the alpine with a quick gondola ride.
Kicking Horse is known for many things – its title as ‘the Champagne Powder Capital of Canada’, its abundance of varied terrain, its-easy-to-get-to location, its laid back charm. Even though this winter hasn’t brought the volume of snow we’re normally used to, the conditions here are still better than most everywhere else -- in the West at least.
The Ramada in Golden, BC is conveniently located on the Trans Canada Highway #1.
Whether you are travelling on business or for pleasure, it’s our “Personal Touch” that makes the difference .
We offer free breakfast (continental), great full service gym, pool, hot tub, Jacuzzi suites, 2 bedroom suites, free WIFI throughout the hotel.
Great Snowmobiling Packages.
From twisty single-track and plunging DH descents, to lung-busting cross-country tracks and gentle family-oriented descents, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort has a two wheeled story for everyone.
31 trails are available off the Gondola. Alpine single track, rock slabs and technical stunts are some of the many features throughout the mountain. Full rentals and equipment are available.
Get a sneak peak here.