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Banff National Park

Jasper National Park

6 day expedition completed by a cadet group in 2023

Hiking Severe

Distance
91 km
Ascent
3.5 km
Descent
4 km
Duration
1 day +
Low Point
1.3 km
High Point
3.2 km
Gradient
18˚
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This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be severe. It's extremely remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between July and September. From a low point of 1.3 km to the maximum altitude of 3.2 km, the route covers 91 km, 3521 vertical metres of ascent and 4048 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Nigel Pass to Abraham Lake via Pinto

Difficulty

Severe

Hiking challenging trails where simple scrambling, with the occasional use of the hands, is a distinct possibility. The trails are often filled with all manner of obstacles both small and large, and the hills are very steep. Obstacles and challenges are often unexpected and can be unpredictable.

High Exposure

3 out of 4

Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.

Remoteness

4 out of 4

In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.

Best time to visit

between July and September

Features

  • Wildlife
  • Picturesque
  • Summit Hike
  • Wild flowers
  • Forestry or heavy vegetation

Similar routes nearby

6 km away

Cataract Pass to Jonas Cutoff

Cataract Pass to Jonas Cutoff

A fantastic day hiking - mainly above the treeline - which offers stunning views for most of the day.

Difficult Hiking

Distance
31 km
Ascent
1.1 km
Descent
1.2 km
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