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Cameron Lake Cabin

Operated by Alpine Club of Canada

Cameron Lake Cabin backcountry hut photo
Elevation
5,610 ft
Sleeps
8
Approach
1.9 mi
Approach time
1 hr
Difficulty
Easy
Activities
Ski
Season
Winter only
Ski quality
❄❄ 2/5 Meadows / low-angle meadows · glades
Raw price
$37 to $44 pp/night (USD from CAD)
Per person per night
$40
Booking difficulty
High
Book ahead
6 months
Cell service
No
Water source
Snowmelt

Data verified 2026-04-22

Notes

Oldest surviving warden cabin in Waterton, built 1929. 3 km ski from Little Prairie day use on the Akamina Parkway with only 50 m gain. Good first-time winter hut experience, though avalanche terrain exists en route. Propane heat, lighting, stove. Winter only.

Features
HistoricEasy approachFamily friendly
Best for
First timersFamiliesCouples
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Location
Hut 49.0200, -114.0500
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