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Elk, bighorn sheep, mountain goats and caribou 

must have established their own pathways through 

Jasper National Park long before humans arrived 

in the Canadian Rockies about 11 000 years ago. 

Indigenous peoples, followed by explorers, fur-company 

employees, railway surveyors and settlers discovered 

and used these hoofed-animal trails. Since the park was 

established in 1907, its natural trail network has been 

expanded and maintained for the benefit of everyone 

wanting to experience Jasper’s wilderness. Whether 

you are strolling along the shores of Maligne Lake or hiking all day in the alpine, this 

guide will help you plan a trip that is safe, exciting and low impact. While we aim to 

achieve high standards, inclement mountain weather and events can considerably 

change trail conditions instantly. 

 

The best way to discover the park is to take a day and explore each of its 5 major 



regions: 

1

 Around Town, 



2

 Maligne Valley, 

3

 Edith Cavell and 93A, 



4

 Miette 


Hot Springs, and 

5

 the Icefields Parkway. Each of them contains very unique 



terrain, waterways, wilderness and facilities.

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Note: Distances given in the trail descriptions are approximate.  

 

Times given are on-trail times for hikers.



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Maligne Lake

Moose Lake Loop 

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2.7 km loop; elevation gain/loss: 59 m; 1-2 hours



Trailhead: The parking lot at the end of the Maligne Lake Road, starting at the 

Bald Hills Kiosk

This trail stays in the woods, but the landscape is fascinating with 

little hills and hollows among the overgrown debris of a huge 

landslide. Thousands of years ago, half a billion cubic metres of 

rock fell from the ridge on the other side of Maligne Lake, blocking 

the valley and enlarging the lake to its present size.

Mary Schäffer Loop 

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3.2 km loop; no elevation gain; 1-2 hours

Trailhead: Turn in at the first parking lot at Maligne Lake. Take any path down 

to the shore and follow the paved trail left

This trail is an easy stroll. Passing Curly Phillip’s historic 

boathouse, the trail reaches a viewpoint that features a set of 

interpretive panels. Leaving the shoreline, the trail passes through 

lichen-rich stands of pine, spruce and fragrant subalpine fir as it 

loops back to the parking lot.

Lorraine Lake and Mona Lake 

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5.2 km return; elevation gain/loss: 80 m; 2-3 hours 



Trailhead: The parking lot at the end of the Maligne Lake Road, starting at the 

Skyline Kiosk

The trail climbs gently through a lodgepole pine forest. Both these 

lakes lie in hollows in landslide debris (see #20, Moose Lake Loop). 

If you are after a longer walk, continue on to Little Shovel Pass 

(20.6 km return; 548 m elevation gain).  

Bald Hills 

22

 

10.4 km return; elevation gain/loss: 500 m; 4-6 hours



Trailhead: The parking lot at the end of the Maligne Lake Road

This moderately steep trail travels along the old fire road up to 

treeline beside an alpine heather meadow. There are great views 

of the mountains and Maligne Lake.

Opal Hills Loop 

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8.2 km loop; elevation gain/loss: 460 m; 4-6 hours

Trailhead: The trail begins at the northeast corner of the  farthest of the 

three lots to the left of the chalet

Hiking one of the steepest trails in Jasper rewards you with 

an alpine flower meadow and mountain vistas. This trail often 

has warnings or is closed during July and early August for bear 

activity.

At Maligne Lake, you can walk the lakeshore, enjoy a 

forest trail or hike to the top of an easy peak.

Opal Hills Loop

MALIGNE  LAKE    

Indian Paintbrush

Edith Cavell Area and Highway 93A

The Cavell area offers fragrant subalpine forest, new 

growth where a glacier recently retreated from the 

valley, flowery alpine meadows and spectacular 

views of Mt. Edith Cavell and the Angel Glacier.

Mount Edith Cavell

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Path of the Glacier Trail 

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1.4 km return; elevation gain/loss: 70 m; 1 hour

Trailhead: The end of the Cavell Road

This short, well-used trail takes you toward the great north face of 

Mt. Edith Cavell, across a rocky landscape recently covered with 

glacial ice. 

Cavell Meadows Trail 

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6 to 7 km return; elevation gain/loss: 500 m; 3-5 hours

Trailhead: The end of the Cavell Road

Take this moderately steep but well-graded trail through upper-

subalpine forest, treeline vegetation and the alpine region beyond. 

Summer opening of the Cavell Meadows Trail may be delayed 

until conditions are dry enough to prevent trail and vegetation 

damage (usually around mid-July).

 

Moab Lake



To access this beautiful area, drive Highway 93A to 

Moab Lake Road. Park at the end of the Moab Lake 

gravel road.

 

Moab Lake 



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1 km return; elevation gain/loss: 100 m; 1 hour



Trailhead: At Moab Lake Road parking lot

Take a short 500 m stroll down to a quiet, pretty lake.

Photo:

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For these hikes, travel south from Jasper townsite 

along Highway 93, the Icefields Parkway. The Icefield 

Centre is 103 km from Jasper.

Wilcox Pass 

50

 



2.4 km return to the first viewpoint; 1 hour  

8 km return to the pass; elevation gain/loss: 390 m, 2-3 hours 



Trailhead: 3.1 km south of the Icefield Centre at the entrance of Wilcox 

Campground

Rise quickly above treeline to the expansive meadows of this 

glacier-carved landscape. Bighorn sheep are often seen in this 

area.


Parker Ridge 

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5.4 km return; elevation gain/loss: 250 m; 3 hours

Trailhead: 9 km south of the Icefield Centre

After a series of switchbacks you’ll be rewarded with dramatic 

views of the Saskatchewan Glacierheadwaters of the North 

Saskatchewan River.  

Nigel Pass 

130


 

14.4 km return; elevation gain/loss: 365 m; 5 hours



Trailhead: 13 km south of the Icefield Centre

A consistent and gentle grade ensures that it doesn’t take long to 

reach treeline as you head towards the wide-open scenery of the 

Banff-Jasper park boundary.

Forefield Trail 

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3.6 km return; minimal elevation gain; 1-2 hours

Trailhead: Directly across from the Icefield Centre

Cross the moraines and glacial debris that the Athabasca Glacier 

has left behind.

Toe of the Athabasca Glacier 

52

 

1.8 km return; elevation gain/loss: 60 m; 1 hour



Trailhead: Across from the Icefield Centre, at end of Toe of Glacier Road

Once across the bridge, you’re walking on glacially smoothed 

limestone surfaces that were under the ice in the 1950s. The 

upper loop provides great views of the toe of the glacier and 

surrounding features.

Lower Sunwapta Falls 

125

 

2.6 km return; elevation gain/loss: 87 m; 1 hour



Trailhead: 54 km (30 min) south of Jasper on Hwy 93

Lower Sunwapta Falls is composed of three major waterfalls.  

The combination of solitude and open views to the surrounding 

mountains make this short hike very rewarding.

Athabasca Falls 

Day-use area



Trailhead: 30 km (20 min) south of Jasper, junction of Hwy 93 and 93A 

Feel the spray of the Athabasca River as it thunders into the 

canyon below. Stay on designated trails and behind railings. The 

rock beyond is slippery and dangerous.

Athabasca Glacier

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Trailhead 

ICEFIELDS PARKWAY    



Warning! Walking on the Athabasca Glacier is 

not safe. As the Athabasca Glacier recedes, the ice 

at the toe has become hollow and is collapsing. The 

underlying water is extremely cold, fast moving and 

unpredictable. There is a serious risk of injury, hypothermia and 

drowning. 

Over the years several people have died from falling into 

crevasses on the Athabasca Glacier. These deep, ice-cold cracks 

in the glacier lie hidden below a thin covering of snow that may 

collapse under a person’s weight. 

Icefields Parkway 

Athabasca Falls

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Jasper (26 km)

Hinton (30 km) /

Edmonton (300 km)

Pocahontas

Talbot

Lake


Jasper House

Miette Road

Miette

Hot Springs



Athabasca 

River


Miette Hot Springs Area

Pocahontas Mine Trail 

31

   


Lower loop: 800 m, 20 minutes 

32

  Upper Loop: 1.7 km, 45 minutes 



Step back in time as you stroll through the old Pocahontas Mine 

site.


Jasper House Trail 

33

 



700 m return, 20 minutes

A short walk to a viewpoint looking across the Athabasca River 

towards the Jasper House National Historic Site.

Source of the Springs 

140

 

1.2 km return; elevation gain/loss: 75 m; 30 min



Trailhead: Miette Hot Springs parking lot

The trail begins with a walk through the ruins of the old 

pool building and continues up the creek to the hot springs 

themselves, where the sulphurous water comes out of the rock. 

Stroller friendly.

Sulphur Skyline 

30

 

8 km return; elevation gain/loss: 700 m; 4-6 hours



Trailhead: Miette Hot Springs parking lot

If you would like to reach the summit of a peak, choose this 

challenging trail. At the summit, the views of the Fiddle River 

Valley, Utopia Mountain and Ashlar Ridge are spectacular. 

Caution:

 This area is well-known for afternoon 

thunderstorms. Start early and stay below the treeline if the 

weather looks threatening.

If you like to hike in the park’s high country, you 

normally have to wait until mid-June for the snow to 

go—except in the Miette Hot Springs area, where the 

trails are usually clear by late May.

Sulphur Skyline

MIETTE 


HOT

SPRINGS


Old Fort P

oint Loop

 

DAY HIKING 



GUIDE

JASPER NATIONAL P

ARK

Emergency



Call 911 or, if using a satellite phone, call the park dispatch 

office (780-852-3100). Cell phone reception is unreliable.

Keep wildlife wild, and yourself safer

•   Travel in groups and make noise to avoid surprise encounters. 

•   Do not feed, touch or approach wildlife. Stay at least 30 m 

away from most animals and 100 m away from bears.

•  Carry bear spray and know how to use it. 

•  Pets must be on a leash at all times.



         Avalanches

Be careful when crossing snow slopes or when exposed 

to avalanche paths.

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More Information

Safety


JASPER TOWNSITE INFORMATION CENTRE:

 780-852-6176

ICEFIELD CENTRE:

 780-852-6288, open late April to September

WEBSITE:

 pc.gc.ca/jasper

JASPER TRAIL CONDITIONS REPORT:

 pc.gc.ca/jaspertrails

WEATHER: 

weather.gc.ca

AVALANCHE INFORMATION:

 pc.gc.ca/avalanche

BEAR INFORMATION: 

pc.gc.ca/bears-and-people

 

MAPS AND GUIDE BOOKS:



 Friends of Jasper National Park at 

780-852-4767 or www.friendsofjasper.com 

FOLLOW US ON:

 facebook.com/Jaspernp 

 

 @JasperNP



EDITH CAVELL    

Plan Ahead and Prepare

Remember, you are responsible for  

 

your own safety.



•  Before heading out, check trail and weather conditions     

  on-line or at an information centre (see below).

•  Travel with a friend or group. Choose a trail suitable for the  

   least experienced member in your group. 

•  Pack adequate food, water, clothing, first aid kit, bear spray  

  and maps. Be prepared for emergencies and changes in  

 weather.

•  Tell somebody where you are going, when you will be back  

   and who to call if you do not return.

Stay on maintained trails

• To prevent trail damage, stay on the trail and avoid shortcuts.

Leave what you find and take what you bring

•  Pack out all garbage, including diapers and food waste. 

•   Dispose of human waste at least 70 m from any water 

source. Bury solids 15 cm deep. Pack out toilet paper. 

•   Artifacts like antlers, rocks, wildflowers, etc. are 

protected by law and must be left undisturbed.

Water from lakes and streams

Parasites can occur in any water body in the park and may 

contaminate the water supply. Boil your drinking water or 

purify it with a water filter or iodine tablets.

 

 



Backcountry (780-852-6177)

A backcountry camping permit is required for any overnight 

trip. Visit pc.gc.ca/jasperbackcountry for more information 

and to book a trip.

Fishing 

A National Park fishing licence is required. 

Ask the Information Centre for additional guides on 

biking, backcountry and fishing.

How was your trip?

Please send us your comments at jnp.info@pc.gc.ca and 

report trail conditions to park staff.


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Share the trails

Valley of the Five Lakes         

15

4.5 km loop; elevation gain/loss: 66 m; 2 hours



Trailhead: 9 km south on Highway 93

The five small lakes, each a different depth and thus a different 

hue of blue-green, are the highlights of this outing. Watch for 

beavers along the boardwalk across the Wabasso Creek wetlands.

Wabasso Lake     

16

6.4 km return; elevation gain/loss: 38 m; 2-3 hours



Trailhead: 14.6 km south on Highway 93

This trail crosses several low ridges, with a fine view of Mt. Edith 

Cavell from the last ridge. Wabasso Lake was created by beavers.

Official trails around the town of Jasper are 

marked with yellow diamonds.

This extensive trail system is maintained by 

park staff.



Wildland trails are marked differently. You are 

welcome to use these trails, but they are not 

maintained or shown on park maps.

If a trail is not signed, it is not part of the 

official trail network.  

Trail Signage

Wildland Trail

Not maintanined

Use at your own risk.

Sentier en milieu sauvage

Non entretenu

Empruntez à vos

propres risques.

AROUND TOWN

YOUR FEES AT WORK 

Over the next four years, Parks 

Canada is investing heavily to repair 

and upgrade aging infrastructure 

in our national parks and national 

historic sites.  

 

Visit the Jasper road construction 



map and list of infrastructure projects 

at 


pc.gc.ca/jasperinfrastructure to 

see if any road or facility work might 

impact your trip.

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Railway


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RV/Trailer

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Library


Clinic

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Picnic Area

Hospital

Information Centre

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Loose surface road (closed to vehicles)

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Legend


Playground

Museum


Laundromat

Supermarket

Dumping station

Recycling Depot

Jasper Discovery Trail     

8.3 km loop; elevation gain/loss: 120 m;  2-3 hrs 



Trailhead: This loop around the town can be started nearly anywhere. Follow 

the bear symbol.

The Jasper Discovery Trail is split into three sections. Explore one 

part or travel the whole 8.3 km. There’s something to suit nearly 

everyone. Along the trail, look for signs, maps, markers and kiosks 

to guide your way.

Wapiti Trail   

4.7 km one way; no elevation gain; 1-2 hours

Trailhead: The junction of Connaught Drive and Highway 93A North/Hazel 

Avenue

Use this trail to access Whistlers and Wapiti campgrounds on 

Highway 93. 

Bighorn     

4.3 km one way; elevation gain/loss: 33 m; 1-2 hours

Trailhead: The north-east end of the Jasper Discovery Trail

This trail provides access to lakes Annette and Edith via the 

Moberly Bridge on Highway 16. Use caution when crossing 

the highway.

Red Squirrel     

1 km one way; no elevation gain; ½ hour



Trailhead: The junction of Hwy 16/93A

This trail provides access to and from historic Old Fort Point 

and Jasper Park Lodge. Portions of the trail are adjacent to the 

beautiful Athabasca River.

Jasper’s Easy Trails System

These easy multi-use trails provide opportunities to 

explore and access areas close to the town of Jasper.

Pyramid Bench

Pyramid Trail       

5.2 km one way; elevation gain/loss: 118 m; 1-2 hours



Trailhead: Jasper Activity Centre Parking Lot

Use this connector as your gravel freeway to the Pyramid Bench 

trail system and Pyramid Lake.

Cottonwood Creek Loop         

5.1 km return; elevation gain/loss: 60 m; 1-2 hours

Trailhead: Jasper Activity Centre Parking Lot

This loop offers an exceptional views and a quiet forest.

Overlook Loop 

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5.3 km return; elevation gain/loss: 75 m; 2 hours



Trailhead: North end of Pyramid Lake Road   

     


This loop accesses one of the best views in the area. High above 

the town, the Miette, Maligne and Athabasca valleys welcome you.

Mina – Riley Lakes Loop   

9 km loop; elevation gain/loss: 172 m; 3-4 hours



Trailhead: Jasper Activity Centre parking lot

This popular trail takes you to Mina Lakes where you may see 

Barrow’s goldeneye ducks and loons. Past Upper Mina Lake you 

can shortcut back to town via Trail 8c or continue on to small but 

scenic Riley Lake.

The trail routes described below are on the Pyramid 

Bench, a lake-dotted terrace adjacent to Jasper.

Saturday Night Lake Loop     

4.2 km one way to Caledonia Lake; 2-3 hours or 24.6 km total loop; 

elevation gain/loss: 540 m; 7-9 hours



Trailhead: Cabin Creek Drive near the south-west end of Jasper

A gentle uphill walk takes you past Marjorie Lake to Caledonia Lake. 

From there the grade steepens toward Minnow Lake and the rest of 

the Saturday Night Lake Loop; a long day-hike, a half-day bike ride 

or an easy overnight backpack (Wilderness Pass required).

Virl,  Dorothy and Christine Lakes       

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8.6 km return; elevation gain/loss: 250 m; 4-6 hours



Trailhead: 11.5 km west of Jasper off Highway 16

Steep in places, the hike to beautiful Christine Lake is well worth the 

effort. Be careful crossing the railway tracks!

The Whistlers Trail     

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6.8 km one way; elevation gain/loss: 1200 m;  



3-5 hours up; 2-3 hours down

Trailhead: 2.8 km up the Whistlers Road

The effort required to hike this steep trail is well rewarded by 

panoramic views of the Miette and Athabasca valleys. 

Warning: there is avalanche danger when the upper part of this trail 

is snow-covered.

The Whistlers Summit Trail   

1.1 km one way; elevation gain/loss: 150 m, 1 hour

Trailhead: Tramway upper terminal

Venture up for a 360-degree view of the Athabasca Valley and 

surrounding mountains.

Across the River

West and Southwest of Jasper

Lake Annette Loop     

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2.4 km return; no elevation gain; 1-1.5 hours



Trailhead: Lake Annette parking lot

This accessible interpretive trail offers a paved loop along the 

shores of Lake Annette. Bicycles and horses are not permitted.

Old Fort Point Loop       

3.8 km loop; elevation gain/loss: 130 m; 1-2 hours

Trailhead: From Highway 93A North, follow the Old Fort Point/Lac Beauvert 

access road. Cross the bridge and park in the lot on the right.

Old Fort Point is a prominent bedrock hill standing 130 m above 

the Athabasca River. The trail is steep in places, but it provides an 

excellent view of Jasper and its surroundings.

Maligne Canyon       

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2.2 km one way; elevation gain/loss: 100 m; 1-2 hours



Trailhead: Fifth Bridge, 8 km east of Jasper via Highway 16 and the Maligne 

Road.

The Maligne Canyon Trail provides the best views of Jasper’s 

famous limestone gorge. Water gushes from springs along the 

way; interpretive signs explain how Maligne Canyon is connected 

to Medicine Lake by a cave system.

The Overlander Trail     

15.5 km one way; elevation gain/loss: 65 m; 5-6 hours

Trailhead: Sixth Bridge, 7.5 km east of Jasper via Highway 16 and the Maligne 

Road.

One of the park’s signature trails, this route passes by an early 

valley homestead and through prime montane habitat.   

JASPER TOWNSITE DETAIL

 

These trails lie on the east side of the Athabasca River.



West of Jasper the Pyramid Bench is bordered by the 

Miette River and more lakes.

South of Jasper

Keep dogs on a leash

All domestic animals must be 

kept on leash at all times. Pets 

are not permitted in some areas. 

Look for notices on trailheads 

and info centres to find out 

where these restrictions are.

© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada

Catalogue N

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: R64-440/2-2015E



ISBN: 978-1-100-25688-7

Photo:


 R.

 Gruys


Pyramid Mountain

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