Amazing Opportunity in the Canadian Rocky Mountains
Summer business in the majestic Rocky Mountains, Alberta!
The Oldest Backcountry Lodge in Jasper National Park, the most scenic and iconic location, Jasper, Alberta, Canada. - A hidden Gem to discover!
This is a rare opportunity that does not come along often. The location of this business is what makes it so unique – located in the wilderness of the Rocky Mountain in Jasper National Park in the front ranges of the Rocky Mountains This outdoor paradise is accessible only in the summer months due to the high elevation of 2100 m.
LOCATION AND SURROUNDING AREA:
The SHOVEL PASS Backcountry LODGE facility sits on a spectacular 3724 square meter parcel of land in Jasper National Park at an elevation of 2100 meters. It is located 15 km from the highway via the Wabasso trail or 23 km via the Skyline Trail from Maligne Lake. There is no road access. Lat: 52.785423 Lon: -117.858366 Jasper town site is accessed by car and train and the nearest international airports are Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton. Additional Area Information: |
SHOVEL PASS Backcountry LODGE is located mid-way on the famous Skyline Trail in a beautiful high alpine region within Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada. The historical Lodge is one of a select few commercial lodges within the Canadian Rocky Mountains, and one of the oldest.
This unique gem has been run as a successful business by the same outfitter’s family for the last 30 years. In operation since 1920, the lodge underwent a major redevelopment in the early 1990's by the current owners.
It is the most recommended stop for tourists hiking the Skyline trail (Lonely planet, Petit Futé). Guests come from Europe, UK, USA, Italy, Spain and Canada. Fully booked every summer, the Shovel Pass Lodge is a profitable business, operating only during the summer months providing the opportunity to own a second business year-round.
OWNERS DESCRIPTION:
The beautiful main log chalet and most of the guest cabins were constructed between 1992 and 1998. While historically run as a lodge for guests on horseback trips, the facility is currently operated for guests hiking the famous Skyline Trail and looking for a warm cozy cabin and delicious meals for an overnight stay. The main chalet is a 600 square feet log building with a 200 square foot covered front deck. It includes a dining room and kitchen with 2 propane ranges & 2 fridges (recently upgraded), a pressurized water system with on-demand hot-water and partial solar power. Shovel Pass Lodge provides accommodation for up to 18 guests. |
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Each cabin is equipped with wash stand, propane heating and propane lighting. Other building includes one staff cabin, and a storage/tack building with horse corral nearby. |
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Enjoy breathtaking views - Natures outdoor paradise at it best
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The Business
The Shovel Pass Lodge is currently operated from early July to the end of August, however there is enough demand to stay open later in September. The business also has a staging area with parking lot, horse corrals, and a storage building along highway 93, 14 kilometers south of the Jasper townsite. This parcel is 2500 square meters. This business is completely turn-key with an impressive international client base, all equipment needed to run and high rank marketing presence already in place on internet, (www.skylinetrail.com) just come and take over! There is room to expand this operation if you have big dreams or keep it intimate and rustic. Either way, if you are looking for your next adventure it doesn’t get much better than this! Sale includes all buildings and contents. Buyer may contract out servicing of camp by horses or if they choose to service it themselves, the horse assets would also be for sale (8 horses, all tack and pack equipment, horse trailer, etc.) Current are owners willing to work with new owners during first year. |
 
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Price for business is CAD $550,000, horse assets to be negotiated if required.
Contact Information
Owner's Note
For the first contact please get in touch with Michael who as well created this website for us.
Be assured that your interest is handled confidential.
I'm looking forward to hear from you soon.
Michael Strauch
Phone: +1-250-803-4242
Email: skylinetrail@ecc-ca.com
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