Hiking in the Canadian Rockies | Mt. Assiniboine Provincial Park

RATING | Moderate-Advanced options

DISTANCE | 50-80 km

DURATION | 3-8 day options

STARTING AT | $250 pp/per day

Overview

Mt. Assiniboine Provincial Park is one of Canada’s most iconic backpacking destinations, offering a true wilderness trekking experience deep in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Often called the “Matterhorn of the Rockies,” Mount Assiniboine rises dramatically above expansive alpine meadows, turquoise glacial lakes, and towering limestone ridges. Accessible only by multi-day hike or helicopter, the park rewards backpackers with a rare sense of remoteness and immersion in pristine mountain landscapes. Our guided backpacking trips in Mt. Assiniboine Provincial Park follow classic approaches through subalpine forests and high mountain passes, leading into the legendary Assiniboine core area. Expect epic hiking days, dramatic elevation changes, and unforgettable views of Mount Assiniboine, Sunburst Lake, and Magog Lake. This is a premier destination for experienced hikers seeking a challenging, scenic, and deeply rewarding multi-day trekking adventure in the Rockies.

SIGNATURE ROUTES & CLASSIC OBJECTIVES

Mt. Assiniboine Provincial Park is home to some of the most iconic backpacking objectives in the Canadian Rockies, and its classic routes often form the backbone of our custom itineraries. Highlights include the long and scenic approaches via Sunshine Meadows and Brewster Creek, the dramatic high passes of Wonder Pass and Assiniboine Pass, and the legendary alpine core surrounding Magog Lake, Sunburst Lake, and Cerulean Lake beneath the towering north face of Mount Assiniboine. Many trips also incorporate side hikes to The Nub, Naiset Huts, and the expansive Og Lake basin, offering sweeping views of glaciers, limestone spires, and vast alpine meadows. Each route reveals a different aspect of Mt. Assiniboine’s alpine environment; from flower-filled meadows and turquoise lakes to rugged passes and glaciated peaks. Depending on the itinerary we design together, your backpacking trip can range from moderate to advanced, with trip lengths typically spanning 3 to 8 days.

What's Included

| Certified ACMG guide | Breakfast, dinner & dessert + hot drinks

| Group equipment (including tents, sleeping bags, stoves, etc.) | Park Permits

What's Not Included: International flights, accommodations pre/post trip, travel protection, gratuity for your guides.

Please note: These regions are extremely popular during the summer months, and backcountry campsites are in high demand. We do not pre-reserve campsites in advance of confirmed bookings. To ensure we can secure the required backcountry permits and build your preferred itinerary, we strongly recommend booking well in advance, particularly for peak season dates.