OnTop Mountain Guides

Name: OnTop Mountain Guides
Address: 340 Canyon Close, Canmore, AB, T1W1H4, CA
Telephone: +14036782717
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Mountaineering, Rock & Ice Climbing, Trekking and Backcountry Skiing in Europe, Canada and the US is our expertise! www.ontopmountaineering.com

We offer a wide selection of scheduled programs/courses as well as private guiding and customized trips. Our trips range from non-technical treks to extreme mountaineering and climbing ventures. Our itineraries are designed to sample the highlights of each destination.

08/27/2026

Our summer Kids Camps have officially come to an end for the season!
A big thank you to all the kids and families who joined us, see you next summer!

08/07/2026

Ben Thompson is our next featured guide in our Meet the Guide series!

Born and raised in Canmore, Alberta, Ben is an ACMG Apprentice Rock and Ski Guide. With over 15 years of climbing experience and four summers of professional guiding under his belt, he’s currently working toward becoming a fully certified IFMGA Mountain Guide.
We asked Ben a few questions so we can all get to know him a little better!

What personal mountain objective is still on your bucket list?
There’s so many routes I dream about,but the one I’ve been thinking about the most recently is “All along the watchtower” on the North Howser Spire in the Bugabos!

What’s your favourite piece of gear you never leave home without?
My collapsible hiking pole! You have to take care of the knees!

Do you prefer winter or summer objectives?
I’d lean slightly more toward summer objectives, but whatever season im in is what I’m most excited about!

What has been your most memorable objective or climb to date?
Probably Climbing the Becker Chouinard on my first trip to the bugaboos with three of my childhood friends!

What’s one mountain skill every beginner should learn?
How to improvise if you drop/lose your belay device!

What’s your go-to snack for a long day in the mountains?
Any sort of sour candy to keep the blood sugar up!

Thanks for your time Ben, happy climbing! 🧗🏼‍♂️

07/27/2026

Too soon? We don't think so.😏

We're now taking bookings for winter 2026-27!
Secure your spot early and start counting down to fresh turns. 🤘

06/29/2026

Ice, Ice... Maybe? 🧊

Three days.
Two alpine huts.
One unforgettable glacier adventure.
If the Wapta Icefield has been on your bucket list, this is your sign.

📩 [email protected]

06/23/2026

Sebastian is the first feature in our new Meet the Guides series!

Sebastian is a passionate climber nicknamed "The Praying Mantis" because, in his words, "if I like you, I'll chew your head off."

We asked him a few quick questions so you can get to know him a little better.

What personal mountain objective is still on your bucket list?
Mount Robson. And I have a long list of first ascents I'd like to do that just keeps getting longer every year.

What's your favourite piece of gear you never leave home without? My personalized helmet.

Summer or winter objectives?
Winter, hands down. Ice climbing is the best: ephemeral natural lines that flow down the mountains, change through the season, and disappear again in the spring.

What's been your most memorable objective or climb to date?
Some of the ice lines we've established have been incredibly rewarding, including Katana, Play with Fay, Smith & Wesson, and Ferrethawk. They're fairly obscure outside the local climbing community, but special projects nonetheless.

What's one mountain skill every beginner should learn?
Master the fundamentals. Anchors, rappelling, decision-making, hazard assessment, and developing systems that work reliably in most situations.

What's your go-to snack for a long day in the mountains?
Beer, with something salty on the side, sausage, nuts, or chips.

Looking for a summer adventure? Our kids Camps still have a few spots available!Email info@ontopmountaineering.com or vi...

06/20/2026

Looking for a summer adventure? Our kids Camps still have a few spots available!

Email [email protected] or visit our website to learn more.

04/20/2026

Pala: A much quieter but no less spectacular corner of the Dolomites! Find it in our program with via ferratas or self-guided on non-technical trails starting this summer 2026

04/02/2026

OnTop ltd is looking for a part time admin contractor, flexible work time, home office to support the planning and seamless ex*****on of our European hiking, mountaineering and skiing trips. Requires admin experience and ideally good knowledge of the Alps. Job can be done from anywhere. Replies best to [email protected]

Address

340 Canyon Close
Canmore, AB
T1W1H4

Telephone

+14036782717

Website

http://www.ontopmountaineering.com/

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