Canadian Rockies: Num-ti-ja Lodge
Our original intention was to drive straight from Banff to Jasper, but friends recommended Num-ti-jah Lodge so we stayed there for a couple of nights. The Lodge, about 25 miles north of Lake Louise, was built in 1920 by pioneer guide and outfitter Jimmy Simpson. He wanted it to be large but only had short timbers, hence the unusual octagonal shape. We loved it.
The evening we arrived, we went straight out onto the Bow Glacier Falls Trail which left from the Lodge’s parking lot. That worked up an appetite for dinner!
The following day we tackled the Helen Lake Trail. I always find it weird to be so high that I’m standing in snow, yet wearing a short-sleeved shirt.
Linked to Jo’s Monday Walks. After Num-ti-jah, we headed for the Icefields Parkway and Jasper, so there will be more Rockies walking from there next week.
The Glasgow Gallivanter 
Morning, Anabel! Seems appropriate that I’ve woken to snow 🙂 I almost missed this but spotted it in the nick of time. Often happens when I’m away. Many thanks for your company. Have a lovely week! 🙂
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Morning Jo! No snow here, but we were out yesterday and you didn’t have to go very high to get into the snow. That might make it to a Monday walk some day.
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Hi Anabel – it is stunning up there … Mum and I drove from Banff to Jasper in July – fine .. but it snowed and settled!!! Still loved the time we had … but I think a night in your hotel looks a great idea next time .. cheers Hilary
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Hmm, snow (other than on the peaks) in July is not good! Bet it looked pretty though.
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That lake is amazing. I nearly can’t belive is true.
And hey! A 1920s hotel! Sounds like I have to go 😉
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Definitely!
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They are amazing!!! 🙂
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Exactly! Thank you.
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