Pyramid Fire Road (Lower)
Jasper National Park
On of the more challenging trails at Pyramid Lake, going up the fire road on the shoulder of the mountain.
Cross Country Skiing Difficult
- Distance
- 6.4 km
- Ascent
- 230 m
- Descent
- 229 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.2 km
- High Point
- 1.3 km
- Gradient
- 15˚
The road is groomed for both classic and skate, but the grade is steep for much of the way. The track mapped here turns around at a small pond. Beyond that point is the upper portion of Pyramid Fire Road, which is more difficult.
Description
Difficulty
Difficult
Medium Exposure (E2)
As well as the slope itself, there are some obstacles (such as rock outcrops) which could aggravate injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.