Getting Here

Your journey to Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing is part of the adventure. Located near Gold Bridge, BC the resort is readily accessible by ground or air, yet remote enough to ensure a genuine wilderness experience.

Special Note: If you use Google Maps for directions, please be advised that they believe you should be taking the Highline Route, via Birken and Seton Portage.  While you CAN take this road, it is recommended you use our directions below.  The Highline is known as being a VERY adventurous route, and we do not recommend.

If you are driving, please note:

• Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing does not have control of the status of road conditions. We recommend always checking DriveBC.ca before driving to Tyax and plan your trip accordingly.
• Please be prepared to drive on long gravel roads with the appropriate vehicle and spare tire.  Some routes may require a 4-wheel vehicle. See more details below.
• Rental vehicles may not be covered by insurance for the roads that lead to Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing.
• There is NO fuel available at the Lodge. The closest commercial gas stations are in Lillooet and Pemberton. Self-serve fuel is available in Gold Bridge. Ensure you have plenty of fuel available during your trip.

1. Take the Trans Canada Highway West (#1) towards Cache Creek.
2. In Cache Creek, take a sharp right onto Cariboo Hwy (Hwy 97N) towards Lillooet.
3. Turn left onto Hwy 99S at the junction where Hat Creek Ranch is, and drive through Marble Canyon.
4. Turn right at the signs for Lillooet and drive over the Fraser River Bridge.
5. Turn right onto Seton Lake Road towards Lillooet.
6. Drive into Lillooet turning right on Main Street and left at Moha Road (just past Subway).
7. Follow Highway 40 (Carpenter Lake Road) towards Gold Bridge (approx 1.5-2 hours) until you see the sign for Tyax.
8. Go right up the hill (do not go to Gold Bridge) and follow Tyaughton Lake Road for 8 kilometres into Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing.

WARNING: The Carpenter Lake Road is a maintained Highway and School bus route but you must be cautious of sharp corners and rocks on the road. Drive with caution & care. To check on the status of Hwy (Road) 40 check drivebc.ca.

Charter Flights

Charter a flight in a de Havilland Beaver Aircraft. We offer flights to Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing from either Whistler or Vancouver Airport or Vancouver Harbour (as well as flightseeing tours from Tyax Lodge in summer). For more information or to book a flight, please contact us.