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Purcell Mountain Lodge

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<p><strong>The Altitude:</strong> 7,200 feet.</p> <p><strong>The Perch:</strong> Set in an alpine meadow right in British Columbia's Glacier National Park, the 11-room Purcell Mountain Lodge is surrounded by snow-capped peaks and with no sign of civilization for miles. You won't find many other visitors—except for the handful of grizzly bears who return year after year with their cubs.</p> <p><strong>The Journey:</strong> Taking a 15-minute helicopter flight from Golden, British Columbia (the nearest town), is the only way to get here. You'll fly over craggy peaks, glaciers, and teal-blue alpine lakes, but not a single access road—because there aren't any.</p> <p><strong>The Best View:</strong> All guest rooms overlook the surrounding mountains and meadows—but book the lone suite and you'll get your own private fireplace, lovely after a day of snowshoeing.</p>

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From Travel + Leisure , NOV 2008

Set in an alpine meadow right in British Columbia's Glacier National Park...MORE>>

– Kathryn O'Shea-Evans Best High-Altitude Hotels

Last updated November 2008