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Pyramid Mountain Lake Hike

Jasper National Park

Short hike from the end of the fire road to the tarn at the base of Pyramid Mountain.

Hiking Moderate

Distance
2.1 km
Ascent
137 m
Descent
137 m
Duration
0-1 hrs
Low Point
2 km
High Point
2.1 km
Gradient
Pyramid Mountain Lake Hike Map

Pyramid Lake is the name for the larger lake near Jasper, at the very bottom of Pyramid Mountain. The lake reached on this hike is different. It's a tarn tucked into a narrow basin on the mountain's north side. You can get there by a long hike from Pyramid Lake, or by biking the fire road then hiking up the drainage. Views from this lake are sublime and the place is never crowded.

Difficulty

Moderate

Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

3 out of 4

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.

Best time to visit

between June and September

Features

  • Wildlife
  • Picturesque
  • Wild flowers
  • Water features

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