Frequently Asked
Questions

Cathedral Mountain Lodge is located in Yoho National Park, right across the BC/Alberta Border near Field, British Columbia. The property is tucked away at the bottom of Yoho Valley Road, right off the trans Canada highway, just 20 minutes west of Lake Louise and approximately 1 hour from Banff.

Cathedral Mountain Lodge is on Mountain Standard Time

All visitors looking to stay in Canada’s National Park system must have a valid parks pass for the duration of their stay. All passes can be purchased either ahead of arrival, or at all visitors centres in Field, Lake Louise, Banff, and Jasper.

Check in time on day of arrival, is 4:00pm MST, and check-out time on day of departure is 11:00am MST.

Yes! Guests of Cathedral Mountain Lodge receive complimentary canoeing at Moraine Lake. Parks Canada has restricted access to Moraine Lake for the 2023 season and you can no longer drive your vehicle to Moraine Lake. If you are wanting to visit Moraine Lake you will need to purchase tickets on the Parks Canada shuttle. The shuttle departs from the Park and Ride located at the Lake Louise Ski Resort. Shuttle reservations will be available beginning on April 13th, with additional seats released for purchase 48 hours before departure. We recommend planning ahead to avoid disappointment. Shuttle reservations can be made through the “Day Use” tab on this website: https://reservation.pc.gc.ca/

No unfortunately, Cathedral Mountain Lodge does not offer onsite spa services or hot tubs. However we can refer you to these services in the area.

No, Cathedral Mountain Lodge is no longer a pet friendly property.

Since Cathedral Mountain is a small seasonal property, we do not have the facilities or ability to host large groups or weddings. This is due to many restraints that hinder us from doing so.

Cathedral Mountain Lodge is a summer seasonal property with dates of operation from late may until early October.

As a smaller property, Cathedral Mountain Lodge does not offer shuttle services or transportation to/from the lodge. Renting a vehicle is highly recommended to get the most out of your Rocky Mountain vacation.

How long does is take to get to Cathedral Mountain Lodge from the Calgary Airport?
About 2.5-3 hours

How long does it take to get to Cathedral Mountain Lodge from Banff?
About 45 minutes to an hour

From Cathedral Mountain Lodge to Moraine Lake Lodge?
About 30-45 minutes

Unfortunately, CML does not offer facilities onsite for laundry, however, there is coin operated laundry as close as Field!

Cathedral Mountain Lodge does have one wheelchair accessible room. Please contact us directly to book and for more information

As a guest of Cathedral Mountain Lodge, you get access to the canoes on the lake. Canoe reservations are not required. On arrival at the lake, head down to the canoe docks during hours of operation. Show the canoe team member your Cathedral Mountain Lodge confirmation, and they will get you all set up! Hours and operation are subject to weather conditions.

Yes, Cathedral Mountain Lodge is a smoke free property, however, if guests do smoke, please smoke in an area away from the cabins and the main lodge.