Canada

Freshfield Icefield Basecamp

7 days
Group: 4 - 6

About the Guides

All our Guides are certified by the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) or equivalent associations internationally recognized through the IFMGA. Their rigorous training in avalanche safety, navigation, risk management, and client care ensures your backcountry adventure is safe, personalized, and unforgettable.

The Terrain

The terrain at the Freshfield Icefield is centered around vast open glaciers, sweeping snowfields, and dramatic couloirs stretching in every direction. Reaching the best lines involves skinning, bootpacking, ridge walking, and the occasional scramble, rewarding those willing to earn their turns. From mellow glacier runs to steep technical descents, the variety of terrain allows guides to continually adapt objectives to match both the conditions and the goals of the group.

When are the best conditions?

We prefer the Freshfield Icefield in mid-March through April for the longer days and more stable conditions. Greater visibility and extended daylight open up bigger objectives across this vast and inspiring icefield.

What's Included

  • 7 Days on the Freshfield
  • ACMG Ski Guide
  • 6 Days of Ski Touring
  • All food
  • Heli Flights
  • Kitchen Tent
  • GST 5%

What's Not Included

  • Personnal Camping Gear
  • Alcohol
  • Flights to Canada
  • Transportation to Golden

Available Packages

Freshfield Icefield Basecamp
$4,350 CAD

Itinerary

Arrival Day

Day 1

MEETING TIME & PLACE IS 9AM at Golden Airport. We will be flying from there to the Icefield. All members of the team will have to sort out their own travel to Golden. Golden Airport is a small regional airport with limited services and flight options. Guests should plan accordingly and be prepared to arrange ground transportation to reach the meeting point. We recommend arriving one day early and finding accommodation in Golden.

Shredding

Day 2 - 6

Explore world-class glaciated terrain, with each day’s objective adapted to the group and the conditions to make the most of every outing.

Departure

DAY 7

On the final day, we’ll break up camp before flying out by helicopter and saying our goodbyes.

Trip At A Glance

Duration
7 days
Group Size
4 - 6
Location
Canada
Difficulty
Intermediate+

Upcoming Dates and Availability

March 28, 2027
Fully Available
April 4, 2027
Fully Available
April 11, 2027
Fully Available

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At Aurora Backcountry, we’ve spent decades exploring mountains around the world—from Japan and Norway to New Zealand and Western Canada. Along the way, we learned that the best adventures happen with passionate local guides who know the terrain, culture, and hidden gems. That experience shaped Aurora Backcountry. We create exceptional backcountry adventures led by professional guides and handle the logistics behind the scenes, so you can focus on great turns, great people, and unforgettable mountain experiences.

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