FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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The best route to Mountain-Aire:

MAKE SURE TO TAKE THE ROUTE FROM SUNDRE TO MOUNTAIN AIRE AS OTHER ROADS ARE NOT MAINTAINED WELL.  THERE ARE OTHER ROUTES BUT NOT RECOMMENDED.  SEARCH ROUTE ON APPLE OR GOOGLE MAPS FROM SUNDRE TO MOUNTAIN AIRE LODGE AND CAMPGROUND 

• Travel Highway 2 to Olds
• Head west past Sundre approximately 8 kilometers to the Coal Camp Road (Range Road 63)
• Turn Left and travel 23 kilometers on pavement
• Continue on as road turns to gravel for remaining 25kms (Look for the Mountain Aire sign)
• Turn left at Forestry Trunk Road (3 kilometers to Mountain Aire)
• Turn left and cross the bridge to adventure (0.5 kilometers to Mountain Aire)
• Take first right after the bridge and you have arrived

Yes! We do have firewood which is wrapped in water resistant packaging and is available to purchase for $12/bundle.  

You are also welcome to to bring your own firewood.

Each Rocky Mountain Double Queen Room comes with:

• Two comfortable queen beds outfitted with clean linens, blankets and pillows thoroughly cleaned after each stay
• A full bathroom that comes with tub/shower, sink, toilet, and towels 
• Mini fridge
• Hot plate burner
• Microwave
• Electric fireplace 
• Access to propane BBQ for cooking steaks, burgers, etc.
• Large group firepit area 
• Tables and chairs outside of each room
• A small Mr. Coffee machine with coffee filters

Rooms DO NOT include: 

• Utensils 
• Plates
• Cookware
• Napkins
• Coffee
• Food supplies
• Shampoo and conditioner

Please bring your own items and groceries for your stay. 

Our cabins are fully appointed and the premiere properties at our facility.  For those that want the nicest place with the best locations and be together with your group these are the best we have to offer

Each cabin comes with:

• Comfortable beds outfitted with clean linens, blankets and pillows thoroughly cleaned after each stay
• Full bathrooms that come with tub/shower, sink, toilet, towels and linens
• Fully furnished kitchen 
• Cooking utensils, plates, and cookware
• Coffee machine
• Private BBQ
• Electric fireplace 
• Large group firepit area
• Tables and chairs

The number of rooms, beds, and max capacity of people depends on the size and layout of each cabin.  Please see floor plan or booking to find out how many beds and rooms each one has.

Cabins do not include: 

• Napkins
• Paper towels
• Coffee
• Food supplies
• Shampoo and conditioner

Please bring your own items and groceries for your stay. 

WHAT IS A BYO (Bring Your Own) ROOM AND WHAT DOES IT COME WITH?

BYO rooms are like camping but you have a nice room with four walls and a floor and power.  

The rooms have access to bathrooms and showers.

You bring all your own Blankets, Bedding, mattresses, food, and supplies and then you set up in the room and have a great time out in nature

Some rooms have platforms for mattresses and some even do have mattresses in them but it varies

There is outdoor firepits, and picnic tables for you to use and the river and all the great activities are close by

There is a wifi network that can be accessed

The water at Mountain-Aire is great.  It is a clean and soft water on a newly drilled well.  Our water is fine for RV‘s and showering and cooking.  We ask that all guests conserve water as much as possible as the output of our well is limited and we host a lot of guests. Our water is sourced from an underground well and can have a slight mineral taste. The water does go through a water treatment system and is bulk stored for when there is heavy demand. We do recommend guests bring their own bottled water or get some from local nearby spring which is a favorite for many travelers.

There is a dump station available.  Please message us or call us to arrange this for a fee for non guests.

Pets are welcome at our facility but there are specific rules that need to be followed.  All rules and facility guidelines can be found by clicking the button below. Pets staying in lodging rooms or cabins will be subject to a fee.

ALL PETS MUST STAY OFF BEDS, FURNITURE, AND CARPETED AREAS.

Please keep in mind that all guests who have booked with Mountain-Aire must agree to the terms and conditions and the facility guidelines before their stay.

Cancellation policy varies on room type and event type.  Please see Terms and Conditions for details on cancellation.

Unfortunately, the short answer is NO there  is currently not a store at Mountain-Aire but the work to have one opened is currently in progress.  The new upgrades which are planned for the future include a store with cold beer and wine, ice, and other supplies but would need to find the right operating partner..  

We do have serviced washroom and shower facilities for non guests and travelers (for a fee) during the season from May to end of October

We are currently looking for qualified store operators so if you know of any please send us a message and we would be happy to discuss.

In the meantime there is showers and facilities at the cabins, Rocky Mountain Double Queen rooms, and select sites in throughout the campground.  There is also porta potties and outhouses located throughout the campground.  Check with on site host for a location if you would like to use the facilities or shower.

Wifi is provided to guests staying in hotel rooms, cabins, and BYO rooms. Our internet is satilite based and is fairly reliable, however, bad weather or other circumstances could cause wifi to be temporarily unavailable.

Phone and mobile cell service in this area is very limited.  You should turn wifi calling onto your mobile device and if connected to internet you can still make phone calls this way. 

FUN THINGS TO DO

• Local Swimming Hole (The Zen Den) - A peaceful "oasis" area within walking distance from the grounds. Directly across the bridge to the left. Safe for supervised children and access to a firepit.  This is a great place to spend the afternoon or have a picnic.  This area is not stroller friendly.
• YaHa Tinda Ranch - This ranch has been used to train and breed horses used to patrol national parks since 1917. About 30 minutes from the Mountain Aire campground, you will find a parking lot and a small trail that makes for a great family hike. Use caution as it includes steep uphill and rocky areas. Walk about 10-15 minutes and you will get to see the hidden Bighorn Falls! 
• Horse Back Riding - Provided by Sunset Guiding & Outfitting. For more information, visit sunsetguiding.com/trail-rides.
• Mukwah Rafting Tours - This rafting tour floats right past Mountain-Aire facilities! For more information, visit http://mukwah.com/packages/float-trips/red-deer-float.
• Hiking/ATV Trails - There are plenty of trails to explore all around the Mountain-Aire. For more information on safe trails near the campground, visit https://tinyurl.com/yeysw9v8.
• Fishing - There are some great spots all around Mountain-Aire! A fishing license is required. For more information, visit https://mywildalberta.ca/fishing/fish-stocking/stocking-maps.aspx.

We work with a very detailed system to help organize and provide the best stay experience for our customers. This often involves credit card fees and expenses which is why we charge a $5 fee for each booking.  

Standard provincial and lodging taxes will be applied as required by the government.

Check in is at 4pm and check out is at 10am.  Please note you will not be allowed to occupy your site until you have accepted ALL terms and conditions before you arrive. You can accept terms and conditions by clicking on the green button in your reservation confirmation once you have booked.

We are a remote facility and ask that guests take their trash back with them that they bring.  We do not have nearby garbage facilities to handle excess trash

Throughout the campground, there are a lot of buildings and work being completed.  Our property was purchased in 2020 and is undergoing a long term, multi-million dollar upgrade. This includes new buildings, cabins, store, pavilion, fuel sales, and much more. This project will take a few years to complete so there may be equipment, fenced off areas, some trenching and more around the facility during this time. The long term vision is a beautiful retreat for all to enjoy and experience. While we work on these upgrades we are still making sure to keep the views and experience the best it can be to make your stay enjoyable at Mountain Aire. Please respect and stay out of marked off construction zones.