Has anyone stayed at the O'Hara Lodge.<BR>If so, what are the cabins like and the food?<BR>I think you have to take a bus to the lodge, no cars are allowed in.<BR>Thanks

I can answer your last question first. <BR>For most all of us, access to Lake O'Hara Lodge is by bus.<BR><BR>The bus stop is next to a parking lot just to the south of the Trans Canada Highway at the top of Kicking Horse Pass. It is well marked with signs on the main road.<BR><BR>I have tried several times to stay at Lake O'Hara Lodge. In fact I have my name in the hat now for next summer.<BR>I was unsuccessful this summer in even coming up for a telephone call.<BR><BR>I have heard some people say that you go there when you inherit a reservation.<BR><BR>The lodge is exceedingly popular, and well it should be. The scenery is incredible, and hiking trails around the area lead to magical beauty.<BR><BR>I have seen the inside of the cabins, and they look great. But, never having actually been an over night guest, I don't really know.<BR><BR>If you cannot go as a lodge guest, at least take the bus in for a day of wonder.<BR>

Dear Bob:<BR><BR>Thank you for your reply, we will try next year end of Sept. for 3 nights and stay at the Post Hotel for the remainder.

Good luck. Apply now.<BR>And hope your name comes out of the hat.<BR>The more flexible you are, the better your chances.<BR><BR>I suppose I should make one slight amendment to my comment about access.<BR>In the winter, I understand that the guests ski in. <BR><BR>In the summer, the bus bumps along a dirt road.<BR>

Dear Bob:<BR><BR>I phoned the Lodge and they took my reservation for the last 3 nights in Sept. next year. They said they will write to me in January to let me know if we could get the booking or not. I see what you mean! Also, on their web site , I noticed you can take dog sled to the lodge in winter. I was surprised they have a few families in right now, especially with the high end<BR>rates and promoting tranquility. Thanks again for all your help, they are going to send me a brochure. Joan