Between Mountains and River
Our Yellow Cedar Lodge near Terrace, British Columbia, is home to our Yellow Cedar Heli-Skiing and Boarding package. The Lodge offers a relaxed, boutique atmosphere in a remote mountain setting on the banks of the Skeena River, a world-renowned fly fishing river for steelhead trout.
The Lodge was built by hand with Canadian cedar cut from the very property on which it sits. The scent of cedar will remind you that you are in the Canadian wilderness and the scenery is equally breathtaking. The Skeena Mountains, where we ski and ride, literally surround you here. Each day, our A-Star helicopters take your group directly from the lodge into world-class mountain terrain.
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Upscale Log Chalet Amenities
Yellow Cedar Lodge sleeps up to 16 guests in spacious double or single occupancy rooms, all with ensuite bathrooms. The open dining room provides scenic views over the Skeena River and is where our guests share the day’s photos, videos and stories of the mountains. For après-ski, relax in the lounge or head to our outdoor Ullr Bar for some late afternoon appies and drinks prepared for you by our chefs and bartender. From there, indulge in a massage, a sauna, or a soak in our outdoor Jacuzzi; or enjoy a drink and a game of pool or foosball (table soccer) in the downstairs bar.
The ski lodge offers high-speed wireless Internet throughout, as well as a weight room, cardio room and ski and gift shop. In 2020, the lodge saw several upgrades including refurbishing of guest rooms and the building of a substantially larger boot room.
Seeing is Believing
Reviews
"What an epic trip! The staff are first class, the food….the food… the food is unbelievable. The guides are so professional, fun and knowledgeable. The best, deepest snow I have ever ridden. My only recommendation is bringing a snorkel…"
Robert A., Vancouver, BC
"The helicopters are small and fast and you can have the place to yourself. I’ve been 15 times."
John C, Bozeman, MT
"The terrain is immense and access is easy. There are other places with great terrain, but you need a 7hr bus ride to get there."
Mike K, Colorado
"Great Heliskiing, DEEEP Powder, Huge Terrain, Wicked tree skiing, Awesome food."
Bernt B, Norway
"Northern Escape Heli Skiing delivers time and time again. These folks are the best of the best and I have skied with many of the others."
Andy B., Vail, CO
"Northern Escape’s wide variety of terrain, professional staff, and top-notch infrastructure provided an outstanding small group skiing experience. Despite a week straight of storms with over a meter of nonstop accumulation, Northern Escape kept us moving through safe and fun snow without a hitch. Our crew was able to stay productive every day of our visit and it made for some of the most memorable storm skiing I could have ever imagined."
Andrew Marshall, Photo Editor / The Ski Journal
"Northern Escape was one of the best experiences of my life. It has Alaska style alpine terrain, but there are also trees to ski when it snows."
Janelle Yip, Pro Skier
"NEH is the hidden Gem of the north. The alpine makes you feel like you’re in Alaska, but the tree skiing and pillows reminds you that you’re still in BC. Being close to the west coast coupled with being up North ensures that you’ll get heaps of good quality snow."
Mark Abma, Pro Skier
"When you’re skiing the deepest snow of your life, the quality of terrain plays an integral role. John and Yvan guided us into the right terrain for the conditions run after run–the perfect steepness to maintain speed and plenty of features to have fun on. There’s no shortage of stormy-day tree lines and when the sun peeks out the alpine really delivers that remote, wild, northern perfection. I’m hooked."
Feet Banks, Editor / Mountain Life, Coast Mountains
"Throughout the storm cycle, I sampled some of the best gladed backcountry terrain I’ve ever experienced. And when the clouds finally parted and the chopper could access the upper elevations – WOW! Rollers to jump off and waves to slash. Big open bowls to shred."
Alex Silgalis, Founder / Local Freshies
Welcoming and Professional Staff
From our Red Seal chefs, to our ski techs, drivers and housekeeping staff, our people are what make the difference. Everyone on our team is hired based on their skill, experience, and “fit” with the Northern Escape culture. Many have been here for years. We have an exceptional group of dedicated and passionate people who will ensure a five-star experience throughout your time with us.
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To learn more about our Northern Escape Heli-Ski Packages, group bookings, or to ask any questions, please contact us online, send us an email, at info@neheliskiing.com or call us Toll-Free at 1-866-619-3184.