Mount Athabasca looms over one of the most popular attractions on the famed Icefields Parkway, but only a few get to see the view from the top. To reach the summit requires a long hike to a technical glacier crossing and then up an exposed face or couloir. The views are breathtaking in more ways …
Stay at one of these Icefields Parkway hotels for tremendous access to Canada’s most famous stretch of scenic highway. The hotels, lodges, cabins, and hostels along the Icefields Parkway can all cater to any type of traveler. We love staying along the parkway, as it’s a very relaxed experience no matter where you stay. Although …
Just south of Jasper lies another waterfall near Athabasca Falls, right along the Icefields Parkway in beautiful Jasper. Like Athabasca Falls, Sunwapta Falls isn’t a very high Alberta waterfall at only 62 feet, but it’s widely known for its crystal clear waters, very powerful water flow in the summer, and stunning ice features in the …
Although it’s not the tallest or widest waterfall in the Rocky Mountains, Athabasca Falls in Jasper National Park is among the most powerful waterfalls in Alberta. In fact, it’s so powerful that it has earned itself a class five waterfall rating! At 24 meters (over 75 feet high), its height is still impressive, especially when …
The Valley of the Five Lakes offers a pleasant and easy hike that passes by five lakes of different colors. Its accessibility and stunning views make it a quintessential hike in Jasper National Park. It’s a great hike for a relaxed afternoon or morning in nature. The trail is a loop with options that range …