Places to stay in Field, British Columbia
Field is a town of approximately 300 people located in the Kicking Horse River Valley of southeastern British Columbia within the confines of Yoho National Park. Field was established during the building of the Canadian Pacific Railway as a locomotive depot for pusher engines required to help trains over the nearby Field Hill and Big Hill. Places to eat in the region include The Siding Cafe, Cherchez La Vache, The Siding General Store, and Truffle Pigs.
We currently have 18 accommodations in and around Field with other regional listings available for Bed & Breakfasts, Hotels, Campgrounds, Motels and other properties. You can filter listings by the available types:
Wondering where to stay? Lodging options in the town are mainly limited to Bed and Breakfast type accommodations, though there are a few nearby campgrounds and RV parks. If you are travelling in the area, Field is located close to Kiwetinok Lake, Garnet Mountain, Brachiopod Lake, Burgess Pass and Ottertail Range.
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The town was given its name by the CPR in December 1884 to honour American businessman Cyrus West Field, who was instrumental in establishing trans-atlantic telegraph service.
Field is 27 km west of Lake Louise along the Trans-Canada Highway, the only access to Field. The visitor centre for Yoho National Park is located in Field. Those wishing to visit the area surrounding Lake O'Hara cannot do so in person, but must use the telephone reservation system. The phone number is 250.343.6433 and it is possible to make reservations March through September. Because of the increased popularity of Lake O'Hara, reservations should be made up to 3 months in advance, although a limited number of 24 hour spots are available.
Other local Field information and places to visit.
Field is 35 km away from Golden, 38 km away from Parson and 55 km away from Spillimacheen.
Field is located at longitude -116°29'11.49 and latitude 51°23'44.192.
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Field

Truffle Pigs ( Dining / Other ). Located at 100 Centre Street, Field. Truffle Pigs Bistro & Lodge started out as Truffle Pigs Café, located just across the street in the former Canadian Pacific Railway ‘Siding’. Back then, Truffle Pigs operated as the local general store, liquor agency, gift shop and of course a highly spirited bistro!
www.trufflepigs.com
Closed or unlisted properties
- The Great Divide Lodge closed or delisted.