Drive through the ancient old growth cedar forest to the apex of the Cedar Valley and Island Lake Lodge.
Island Lake Lodge accommodation, dining and spa will be available Friday - Tuesday, June 14th - September 24th, 2024 with some blackout dates.
Hiking is available daily. On Wednesdays & Thursdays when the lodge is closed, access will be from the lower parking lot and no lodge facilities will be available.
Access Road:
Friday: Open
Saturday: Open
Sunday: Open until 6pm, last cars up by 5pm
Bear Bistro & Patio (first come, first served)
Friday: 11am-5pm
Saturday: 11am-5pm
Sunday: 12pm-4pm
Tamarack Dining Room (reservations required)
Friday: 5pm-10pm
Saturday: 5pm-10pm
Sunday: Father's Day Brunch (10am-4pm)
Hotel & Spa (reservations required)
Friday: 9-6pm
Saturday: 9-6pm
Sunday: 9-4pm
Reservations for the Spa or Dining Room can be made by calling 250-423-3700.
For specific summer dates and hours of operations please visit the Lodge Calendar or call for details.
Enjoy B&B stays, day hiking and nature walks, casual lunches and cocktails on the patio for lunch or gourmet dining in the evening restaurant while the sun sets over the Three Bears. The property is a beautiful wilderness valley with spectacular views and the ultimate in R n' R. Fernie is the farthest east that the beautiful Old Growth Cedar trees grow.
NB: If you plan to leave a vehicle in the Island Lake Parking Lot while hiking Heiko's trail, please register with the lodge in advance. The access road will be closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays so vehicles must be left in the lower parking lot for pick up on those days.
Overnight camping is not permitted on Island Lake property.