GOLFING
Mountain Meadows Golf Course offers virtually “no wait” golfing at very affordable rates. Nestled between snow capped peaks, Rocky Mountain splendor surrounds you at each one of its nine holes. Motorized golf carts are available. Playing at Mountain Meadows executive nine hole course offers everything a golfer wants to contend with – long drives, fairly short rough, good greens that run true, bunkers, a continuous flow of spring water that comes into play, trees that present problems and two sets of tee markers. The course is well groomed, well respected and includes a driving range. A licensed restaurant and pro shop is also waiting to serve you in the clubhouse.
SWIMMING POOL
The Elkford Aquatic complex has 4 lanes for competition swimming and a kids wading pool, diving board, slide, whirlpool hot tub and a sauna, sure to keep any family busy for hours. While relaxing in the whirlpool hot tub you can take in the breathtaking mountain scenery through large picture windows.
SKIING
If you are tired of long lines and outrageous lift prices, the Wapiti Ski Hill is the place for you!
This family oriented, natural snow ski hill is run completely by volunteers, including the highly trained ski patrol. The “Moose Caboose” T-bar takes skiers up approximately 1,000 vertical feet where a skier can choose from 7 runs as well as other trail systems, ranging from beginner to expert. The season usually opens in late December and runs through early April (snow conditions permitting). A day lodge, ski rental shop and concession are conveniently located on the mountain base. Ski lessons can also be arranged with a qualified instructor. Lighting on the two main runs makes night skiing possible Tuesday through Friday from 7 PM to 9:30 PM. All runs are open for daytime skiing on Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 4 PM.
All children under 6 years of age and all skiers over 60 years of age SKI FREE. (See the Manager for free tickets).
SNOW MOBILING
Elkford’s own Snowmobile Association has developed and identified an extensive network of trails enabling riders to explore the Elk Valley. Many of the trails travel throughout large mountain basins, high mountain passes and through beautiful valleys – all providing spectacular riding opportunities. Elkford is fortunate to have access trails marked and approved by the RCMP and the District of Elkford that allow riders to leave their home or hotel, stop for gas and then head out of town for a day full of exiting riding!
CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
Cross-country skiers will delight in Elkford’s groomed trails. Beginning downtown, or from the parking lot by the ski hill, the groomed trails follow Boivin Creek 7 kms up to the skiers cabin. Here skiers can relax while roasting hot dogs over an open fire.
FISHING THE ELK RIVER
Within walking distance of the Escape Away condos is the magnificent and untouched Elk River. Largely undiscovered yet only a three hour drive from Calgary the novice or expert will enjoy the ample trout population. Winding its way through the mountains over a freestone bed, the Elk River features countless braided channels, gravel riffles and pools teeming with catchable trout. The amount of cutthroat trout has prompted angling author John Gierach to proclaim the Elk River as one of the best cutthroat fishing streams on the continent. Three, four and five pound rods are ideal for the Elk River where winds are not as strong as elsewhere in the Rockies. On those rare occasions when the trout aren’t responding to dry flies, fishing with weighted nymphs and streamers are the way to go.
Fishing Bug Chart
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Blue Winged Olives | X | X | X | X | X |
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