3.6 km away
The Whistlers Trail
The alternative to riding the SkyTram is hiking up Whistlers Peak.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 1 km
- Descent
- 1 km
Mina - Riley Lakes Loop
Jasper National Park
Forest lakes close to town, with good chances at spotting wildlife.
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 8.5 km
- Ascent
- 252 m
- Descent
- 252 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.1 km
- High Point
- 1.2 km
- Gradient
- 6˚
This hike begins right in town, so you can easily get there on foot from the Jasper town center. It goes immediately into the forest and uphill rather quickly at first, but then flattens out. It wanders through forest and fields, passing a few small lakes and marshy areas. You are likely to see lot of waterfowl and perhaps deer, elk, or moose.
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Dog friendly
- Wild flowers
- Water features
- Family friendly
- Forestry or heavy vegetation
Similar routes nearby
5.2 km away
Overlook Loop
Scenic and convenient loop with a view over Jasper.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 5.9 km
- Ascent
- 186 m
- Descent
- 186 m
5.5 km away
Indian Ridge
An airy ridgeline with some steep scrambling to a wild summit, reached by extending the hike from Whistlers Peak.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 9.6 km
- Ascent
- 755 m
- Descent
- 755 m
5.6 km away
Whistlers Summit Trail
The tram only takes you so far–this trail goes to the summit of Whistlers Peak
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2.6 km
- Ascent
- 198 m
- Descent
- 198 m
7.5 km away
Maligne Canyon Upper Loop
Walk along a deep and narrow gorge filled with waterfalls and cloaked in greenery..
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 1.7 km
- Ascent
- 57 m
- Descent
- 57 m
9 km away
Valley of the Five Lakes
Family-friendly loop with colorful lakes and a chance at spotting wildlife.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 4.7 km
- Ascent
- 128 m
- Descent
- 128 m
9.9 km away
Pyramid Mountain Lake Hike
Short hike from the end of the fire road to the tarn at the base of Pyramid Mountain.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 2.1 km
- Ascent
- 137 m
- Descent
- 137 m
9.9 km away
Pyramid Mountain Scramble
Route to the summit of Pyramid Mountain via the north ridge.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 4.8 km
- Ascent
- 748 m
- Descent
- 748 m
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Guidebooks in this area
9 routes · Hiking
Hikes for the Whole Family in Jasper National Park
6 routes · Hiking
Hike and Dine in Jasper National Park
5 routes · Hiking
Long Day Hikes to Ditch the Crowds in Jasper National Park
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