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Jasper has what might be the best trail
system in Canada’s national parks. Ask any
cyclist why they come back to Jasper, and
well-connected, well-maintained trails are
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you’ll likely hear that it’s because the park’s
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the perfect way to actually experience nature
16a P7 Palisades Lookout
100 P 12 Signal Mountain
(MAP A and D) Distance: 11 km one way Elevation gain: 840 m
(MAP A ) Distance: 9.1 km one way Elevation gain: 925 m
Hardy riders who persevere up the long, steep climb are
rewarded with panoramic views of the Athabasca River Valley
and a white-knuckled descent. Bring extra water and use
caution along the cliff edge.
Single speed bikers, beware! This sustained uphill requires
strength, stamina and a sense of give and take. What you
give: a week’s worth of sweat. What you take away: alpine
views of the valleys and peaks surrounding the Jasper
Grande Cache
townsite, plus a hero’s descent. Watch for backpackers and
16 P7 Pyramid Mountain
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(MAP A and D) Distance: 11.7 km one way Elevation gain: 770 m
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there is something for everyone.
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Most trails in Jasper are multi-use. Please share them with other
users and follow these rules developed by the International
Mountain Bike Association.
1. Ride designated trails. Mountain biking is allowed only on
trails designated for cycling. If a trail is not signed, you’re not
allowed to ride it. 2. Respect trail closures. Trails can be temporarily or
permanently closed for ecological or safety reasons.
3. Ride within your limits. Inattention for even a moment could
put yourself and others at risk.
4. Yield appropriately. Let your fellow trail users know you’re
coming. Make each pass a safe and courteous one. Cyclists
traveling downhill should yield to ones headed uphill.
5. Respect horses, they are easily startled. When passing,
use extra care and follow directions from the horse riders (ask if
uncertain).
6. Leave no trace. Wet and muddy trails are more vulnerable
to damage than dry ones. When the trail is soft, consider other
riding options. This also means staying on existing trails and
not creating new ones. Be sure to pack out at least as much as
you pack in. Leave natural and cultural objects undisturbed for
others to discover.
Please note: Bikes are not allowed on the Skyline Trail.
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EASY ROUTES
For those that want an added challenge, stay left at the
Palisades junction and travel another 4 km to the base of
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Official trails around the town of Jasper are marked with
yellow diamonds. This extensive trail system is maintained
by park staff.
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Looking for more of an adventure? Here are a few suggestions
that combine biking with hiking
and camping. Head out for a day trip or bring the tent along for a backcountry experience.
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The ride to thundering Snake Indian Falls is a Jasper must-do
for trail cyclists wanting to get out into the wilderness. Ride the
whole length in one day or stay overnight at pretty Celestine Lake
(#41 at 6.8 km), Shalebanks Campground (#62 at 17.3 km) or
Seldom Inn Campground (#63 at 25 km). Serious cyclists can
ride another 25 km past Willow Creek to Rock Lake Campground.
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(MAP E) 26.5 km one way, moderate
Call 911 or, if using a satellite phone, call the park dispatch
office (780-852-3100). Cell phone reception is unreliable.
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(MAP A) Distance: 9.6 km Elevation gain: 272 m
Cool forest, serene lakes and rough, rocky, technical sections
are the highlights of this short but challenging ride. Rooty
sections are slippery when wet, as are several bridges built to
keep your tires out of the muck. Stay on trail 8 for a real root
romp; 8c shoots you back out to the fire road.
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(MAP A) Distance: 6.6 km one way Elevation gain: 75 m
The trail from the Valley of the Five Lakes to Wabasso Lake
has it all: flowing traverses, meandering single track, tacky
limestone, gorgeous ridge lines, steep ascents/descents
and twisty turns along the creek. Circumnavigating serene
Wabasso Lake is one of the many highlights of this ride; a
true Jasper gem. Watch for hikers around Valley of the Five
Lakes during peak daylight hours.
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9 P15 Valley of the Five to Wabasso
Trails 7 (behind Jasper Park Lodge) to 7h. From 6th bridge on Trail
7 to Bighorn (13)
Stiff climbs, winding woodlands and an exhilarating
downhill are what’s in store along this scenic route. Allow
time to stop and walk the scenic pedestrian trail at the edge
canyon. Slow down to share the trail with hikers on the
section from 5th to 6th bridge and take the time to discover
why some locals call this segment “the fairy trail”.
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(MAP A) Distance: 19.3 km Elevation gain/loss: 400 m
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(MAP D) Distance: 6.7 one way Elevation gain: minimal
From 6th Bridge to the Moberly Cabins
This mostly flat section of the Overlander Trail follows
the Athabasca River. Bumpy, grassy double track to start;
further afield, the trail curls and dips over gravel beds and
root features. Grizzly country! Make noise before bursting
through wolf willows to the historic Moberly meadows.
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(MAP A) Distance: 17.6 km Elevation gain/loss: 250 m
Beginning at Old Fort Point, this quintessential Jasper ride
combines rolling, undulating terrain with several rocky,
rooty sections. Popular with hikers for its dazzling views,
bikers should be alert for congestion and steep hillsides near
the opal lakes. To avoid the crowds, skip trail 9a, ride in the
early evening or use the shoulder seasons. Slow down and
dismount for other users. Loop back on 9b.
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Distance: 5.2 one way Elevation gain: 118 m
Beginning at sidewalk, bottom of Pyramid Lake Road
Popular with trail users of all types, this busy linkage
climbs steadily but rarely steeply en route to Patricia and
Pyramid lakes. Use this connector as your gravel freeway
to the Pyramid Bench trail system.
Note: The trails near the riding stables are heavily used by horses; be
prepared to stop and dismount.
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Trail maintenance crews clear the trails each
spring but wind storms can fell trees all summer
long. If your ride involved more bike carrying than riding, please
report problems to the Information Centre. If you want to help
out,iverinquire about getting involved with trail volunteers.
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(MAP C) Distance: 24 km Elevation gain: 780 m
Far from busy but popular with hikers, campers—and
mosquitoes—this loop is technical, labour-intensive but
extremely rewarding. Steep switchbacks and tire-sucking
mud above Minnow Lake are your penance; the descent
home is your payoff. Classic Jasper single track. For a
shorter adventure, bike to Minnow or Saturday Night Lake.
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Distance: 8.1 km one way Elevation gain: 133 m
Elevation loss: 135 m
Trail 7 from Old Fort Point to Trial 7g, across the Maligne Lake Road
at 5th bridge turn-off
Variable terrain—including broad, gravelly sections;
sandy switchbacks; and wide open, banked corners—
means this ride never gets boring. Escape the heat in the
cool aspen forests, feel the burn while ascending behind
the golf course. Rutted in patches, watch for loose rocks
on descents. Bear country; make noise.
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Town Section (paved)
Traveling east-west along Jasper’s historic rail corridor has
never been so smooth! Wheelchair friendly and enjoyed by
passers-through to stretch their limbs, this paved artery is
primarily used by mountain bikers en-route to more rugged
terrain. Take your time and learn about Jasper’s railway
history along the way. Watch for elk.
Trail 10 from 6th Bridge to Mile 12 bridge on Hwy 16
Offering the best of Jasper’s trail system in one epic ride, the
Overlander blends forested single track, rocky and ragged sidehills, scorching descents and trough-like climbs. Long views
over swirling waterways are best enjoyed while stationary;
technical sections command attention. Historic cabins make
an ideal snack stop. Use caution! This is grizzly country!
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Distance: 2.5 km one way Elevation gain: minimal
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Elevation gain: 420 m Elevation loss: 400 m
To decrease erosion, give wildlife the space they
need and avoid becoming lost, please return to
the signed trail system.
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A swift descent to Old Fort Point or a sustained uphill
back to town, bikers should be prepared to encounter
other trail users on this wide, level trail. Enjoy river
vistas and valley bottom views. Soft shoulders; take
caution around corners.
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Distance: 1 km one way Elevation gain: minimal
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Trail 7 from Old Fort Point to Jasper Park Lodge
Sandy, soft and popular with young bikers for the bumps
and jumps that break up an otherwise flat, meandering
path. Splendid, turquoise views of Lac Beauvert are shared
with hikers. Look for the osprey nest on the power pole
beside the Athabasca River. Note that this trail is a horse
route and often closed in spring for elk calving.
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Distance: 3.0 km one way Elevation gain: minimal
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Distance: 4.3 km one way Elevation gain: 33 m
Named for the sheep attracted to the area, this is an easy
route to Annette and Edith lakes. Formerly the graveyard
trail, not for its danger quotient but because it passes the
local cemetery, Bighorn Alley is smooth, wide and family
friendly. Watch for traffic when crossing the highway and
horse groups near Lake Annette.
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Distance: 4.2 km Elevation gain/loss: 97 m
Thinned forest (for wildfire protection) surrounds rocky
single track on this short but rewarding ride. Gradual
elevation gains bring you up towards shimmering Caledonia
Lake. Rooty, soggy sections temper what for the most part
is fast, flowing and irresistibly fun. Make noise around
bends; popular with bears and locals with their dogs.
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Distance: 4.7 km one way Elevation gain: minimal
This relatively flat community-to-campground connector
is a great place to spot wildlife along the Miette and
Athabasca rivers.
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Prince George,
Prince Rupert and
Fort St. James
Wildland trails are marked differently. You are
welcome to use these trails, but they are not
maintained or shown on park maps. If a trail is not
signed, you’re not allowed to ride it.
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trails. Whether you have an hour, or the day,
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Stutfield
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Stutfield
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Kitchener
Cyclists
are susceptible to sudden wildlife encounters.
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Travel in groups,
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trail use at dawn, dusk and at night.
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Be aware of bear habitat.
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Rolling along the upper Athabasca Valley, this trail follows
a wide, well-packed fire road that is easily traversed on
foot or bike. Make a day of it, or stay overnight at Big Bend
Campground (#49).
CAUTION IS REQUIRED ON DOWNHILL STRETCHES: Some waterbar ditches
are big enough to make your bike buck you off.
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(MAP E) 11.6 km one way, moderate
(MAP E) 8.6 km one way, moderate
The best way to experience this area is as a bike/hike. The first
11.6 km of the Fryatt Valley Trail is open to cyclists. From Lower
Fryatt Campground it’s a moderate (short but steep!) 6 km hike to
Brussels Campground (#35). Make Brussels your destination for
a day excursion or your base camp for a multi-day trip. Headwall
campground (#36 at 21.1 km) and the Alpine Club of Canada’s
Sydney Vallance Hut (22 km) are other overnight choices.
The Whirlpool Fire Road, an 8.6 km jaunt down the
Athabasca Pass Trail is a great destination for anyone
wanting an easy ride in a wilderness setting. Leave your bike
at the end of the road and hike 3.8 km to the remains of the
Otto Brothers’ Tie Camp. Make this an overnight trip by
camping at Whirlpool Campground (#55 at 6.6 km) or Tie
Camp Campground (#56 at 11.2 km).
MORE INFORMATION
Athabasca
Andromeda
Clemenceau Icefield
(MAP E) 6.4 km one way, moderate
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cross-country, cruisy mountain biking
• Always wear a helmet and safety gear. Know your equipment.
• Get advice at a Parks Canada Information Centre, including trail conditions, descriptions and weather.
• Pack adequate water, food, gear, maps, first aid. Carry bear spray and know how to use it.
• Tell someone where you are going and when you are expected back.
• Do not travel alone.
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This guide provides a snapshot of Jasper’s
Hardscrabble
Pass
Remember, you are responsible for your own safety.
While most of the trails described are fun, flowing, valley bottom trails, Jasper does have some
great climbing for riders looking for physical challenges and eye-popping alpine scenery.
while at the same time avoiding crowds.
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TIONAL
JASPER NA
PLAN AHEAD AND PREPARE
BANFF
NATIONAL
JASPER TOWNSITE
PARK
Lake Louise
INFORMATION CENTRE: 780-852-6176
• 500 Connaught Drive
and Banff
WEBSITE: pc.gc.ca/jasper
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JASPER TRAIL CONDITIONS REPORT: pc.gc.ca/jaspertrails
WEATHER: weather.gc.ca
TOURISM JASPER: 780-852-6236 www.jasper.travel
MAPS AND GUIDE BOOKS: Friends of Jasper National Park
500 Connaught Drive • 780-852-4767 or
www.friendsofjasper.com
DONE WITH THIS BROCHURE?
Please return for re-use to a park facility or share it
with others.
HOW WAS YOUR TRIP?
Please send your comments to [email protected] and
report trail conditions to the Information Centre.
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Start this epic tour at Old Fort Point (P1). Hop on
Trail 1 (not the face of the cliff, no bikes here) and
follow Trail 9 where you flow all the way to the
shores of Wabasso Lake.
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the wood lilies and wild roses bloom in early
summer, this forest-enclosed single track steadily
climbs. Take a quick left at Trail 3a and follow
the winding downhill to the CN tracks. Once across,
you’ll take an easy cruise along the Wynd Road
and back into town.
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8.0 KM LOOP (MAP A)
From the trailhead at the west end of town (P2),
Trail 3 immediately crosses Cabin Creek and climbs
onto a low bluff with a view of the Athabasca Valley.
From here, you have the option of two trails:
one high and the other low, bringing you to Marjorie
Lake (at km 2.4 km).
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Cross the road and bridge and hang a quick right on
Trail 2a. The canopy opens and the views along the
benchlands will take your breath away... if it isn’t
already gone. As you glide along some sweet single
track, approach the final switchbacks with caution (and
excitement). Before you know it, you’re back in town!
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Gear up at Church Hill (P3, Trail 2) and prep yourself
for a 800 m climb to the top. Catch your breath and take
in the best view of the Jasper townsite and surrounding
mountain ranges. Continue along Trail 2 as it flows
through to the Cottonwood Slough Parking Area (P4).
Lo o
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630 Connaught Drive
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Sit along the shores of one of Jasper’s most picturesque
lakes and take in the stunning view of the Colin Range.
Bring a picnic! When it’s time to pack up, return the way
you came, or follow the road to Lake Annette (P13)
and follow Bighorn (13) to town.
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The Palisade
2130 m
3 KM ONE WAY (MAP A)
From Hazel Avenue, cruise along the Wapiti Trail to
the Red Squirrel Run (14)—no pedalling required
down this easy slope into Old Fort Point (P1). Once
across the Athabasca River, stay on the road, past
the internment camp monument and to Lac Beauvert.
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TO THE SHORES OF LAC BEAUVERT
Area closed
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EASY ROUTE
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Hawk Mountain
2553 m
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Pedal from your doorstep and into the wild....
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Morro Peak
1678 m
MAP A
JASPER TOWNSITE AREA
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MAP D
OVERLANDER AND PYRAMID
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