CALLAGHAN LAKE SNOWSHUTTLE

Shuttle Service for Transport to Callaghan Lake 
This transfer service whisks backcountry tourers to Callaghan Lake for an early morning start at the notoriously abundant and supercooled white stuff of the Upper Callaghan Valley>>.  Specifically designed for day trippers equipped for alpine touring and having an intent to explore the pristine wilderness of the Telemagique Traverse or the deep powder pockets of Morning Glory before descending back to the parking lot via Wild Spirit or Mainline trails at the end of the day.  This shuttle service runs once a day at 7:30 am sharp.  Advance booking required; online only, see link below...

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Saturday Seat Cost: $86.50 per seat (online booking only, includes admission to Ski Callaghan)
Saturday Charter Cost: $600 for the run, brings seat rate down to $75 if you purchase in a single transaction.
*Please Note: this service is limited to guests using Full Alpine Touring, Telemark, or Splitboard gear. Our operations staff cannot transfer guests equipped with only snowshoes or XC skis.

​Questions or issues with booking your shuttle?  Please call 604-938-0616, also check out Lee Lau's review on Doglotion.com for insider tips.

In need of an avalanche kit?  Check out our Rental Shop.
CONDITIONS FOR ALL SHUTTLE PROGRAMS 
  • All participants are required to arrive at our Base for 7:30am and be ready to load the shuttle by 7:45am.
  • All participants are required to sign a Waiver of Liability on-site prior to loading Snow Shuttle.  Click here to view.
  • All riders must be dressed appropriately for riding in an open-air vehicle at speeds of 30km/hr for 30-50 minutes.
  • Snow Shuttle will leave at exact times as listed. Late arrivals will not be refunded under any circumstance.
  • Everyone must ensure they are back down at the the base area by closing time 4:30pm. No vehicles are to be left in parking lot after 4:30pm as that will trigger a missing persons report with the RCMP.
  • This is a one way transfer service. All skiers must have requisite skier skill levels to negotiate the  ski descent exit back down Mainline or Wild Spirit trails (Intermediate level or above).
  • Restriction of luggage to one pair of skis and small day pack (40 litre).
  • Callaghan Country reserves the right to cancel trips. In these scenarios, trip cancellation refunds will be available at Guest Services.

Backcountry Skiing Advisory

Once you leave the groomed x-country ski trail surfaces of Callaghan Country you have entered backcountry terrain. You are entering the wilderness and are advised to be prepared for any and all eventualities including: terrain that is uncontrolled, unmarked, and involves many risks, dangers and hazards in addition to that of avalanche.  Other hazards exist and may include, but are not limited to:  cornices; crevasses; cliffs; trees, tree wells; tree stumps; forest dead fall; creeks; rocks; rockfall; boulders; holes and depressions on or below the snow surface; open water; variable and difficult snow conditions; hypothermia, snow immersion, equipment failure; encounters with domestic and wild animals, nightfall and the possibility of a medical emergency. Carry a cell phone with good batteries and be aware that there may be areas of poor reception and /or transmission. Ensure you are properly dressed and equipped with appropriate safety gear and the knowledge to use it effectively. Your safety and well being are completely your own responsibility. Rescue services are accessed by dialing 911 and requesting RCMP assistance

THE BACKCOUNTRY IS NOT PATROLLED.  NEVER SKI ALONE.