a C a d a n You have chosen a very special place to enjoy a wil- derness experience. Jasper National Park is the larg- est and most northerly of Canada’s mountain national parks. It protects more than 10,000 square kilometres of the Rocky Mountains—a beautiful and dramatic landscape supporting a rich variety of plants and ani- mals. The human history is interesting too. Many of the park’s backcountry trails were established by early travellers including First Nations people, fur traders, explorers and adventurers. There are more than 1,200 kilometres of trails and 100 backcountry campsites in the park. Licensed commer- cial services include three backcountry lodges, a number of horse outfitters, and many hiking/inter- pretive guides. The Alpine Club of Canada manages four alpine huts. This guide will help you plan a hike that is safe, excit- ing and low impact. Have a wonderful trip! Where to go? The trip ideas on the back of this guide are a good start- ing point for selecting a hike that meets your needs and abilities. More detailed trail guidebooks and topo- graphic maps are available through the park’s cooper- ating association, the Friends of Jasper National Park (see Information Sources) and bookstores. The best way to begin your trip is with knowledgeable park infor- mation centre staff, who can provide you with up-to- date trail conditions, bear warnings and other essential information. Reservations Campsite reservations are advisable for busy trails dur- ing the peak hiking months of July and August. Busy trails include Skyline, Tonquin, Brazeau Loop and Maligne Lake and Pass areas. You can make a reserva- tion up to 3 months in advance of your trip by contact- ing the townsite Trail Office (see Information Sources). A non-refundable reservation fee applies plus a modifi- cation fee for additional changes to your itinerary. Wilderness Pass Purchase of a Wilderness Pass is mandatory for any overnight backcountry visit. It specifies the area/trail/ and campsites you are using and the number of people and tents in your group. You must pick up your pass from a park information centre within 24 hours of your departure for updates on trail conditions, closures and other information. All Wilderness Pass fees (excluding reservation and modification fees) are entirely refund- able until 10 a.m. on your proposed date of departure. If your plans change, take advantage of the refund policy and make your space available to others. Wilderness Pass fees are used to fund the trail mainte- nance, bridge building, campground maintenance, trip planning assistance and other services backcountry us- ers have come to expect. Frequent travellers can pur- chase an Annual Wilderness Pass valid in all four moun- tain parks for a full year after purchase date. BACKCOUNTRY VISITORS’ GUIDE JASPER NATIONAL PARK Voluntary Safety Registrations If you plan to participate in an activity involving sig- nificant risk, you may choose to register your trip in person at the time you purchase your Wilderness Pass. A safety registration ensures that a search will be ini- tiated on your behalf if you do not return by the date and time recorded. Safety registration is recommended for individuals or small groups engaged in activities such as mountain- eering, canoeing, kayaking, skiing outside regularly tracked routes and any activity on glaciers or icefields. We also recommend it for solo travellers without a local contact. The safety registration system is volun- tary, but becomes a binding agreement if you choose to use it. It is your responsibility to provide a compre- hensive and accurate description of your route, includ- ing any side trips. You must report back immediately upon your return to a park info centre, or, if they are closed, call the Jasper Warden Office at 852-6155 (open 24 hours). Weather The most predictable thing about mountain weather is its unpredictability. Rain or snow can fall at any time of the year and freezing temperatures are possible even during the summer. The best way to deal with the weather is to prepare for all conditions. For a detailed weather forecast, contact the Environment Canada Weather Office at (780) 852-3185 or visit the website at www.tor.ec.gc.ca. Transportation Trailheads can be difficult to get to without a vehicle. Public transportation to outlying park trailheads is limited. Information centre staff can assist you with information about available options. PLANNING YOUR TRIP
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You have chosen a very special place to enjoy a wil-derness experience. Jasper National Park is the larg-est and most northerly of Canada’s mountain nationalparks. It protects more than 10,000 square kilometresof the Rocky Mountains—a beautiful and dramaticlandscape supporting a rich variety of plants and ani-mals. The human history is interesting too. Many ofthe park’s backcountry trails were established by earlytravellers including First Nations people, fur traders,explorers and adventurers.
There are more than 1,200 kilometres of trails and 100backcountry campsites in the park. Licensed commer-cial services include three backcountry lodges, anumber of horse outfitters, and many hiking/inter-pretive guides. The Alpine Club of Canada managesfour alpine huts.
This guide will help you plan a hike that is safe, excit-ing and low impact. Have a wonderful trip!
Where to go?The trip ideas on the back of this guide are a good start-ing point for selecting a hike that meets your needs andabilities. More detailed trail guidebooks and topo-graphic maps are available through the park’s cooper-ating association, the Friends of Jasper National Park(see Information Sources) and bookstores. The best wayto begin your trip is with knowledgeable park infor-mation centre staff, who can provide you with up-to-date trail conditions, bear warnings and other essentialinformation.
ReservationsCampsite reservations are advisable for busy trails dur-ing the peak hiking months of July and August. Busytrails include Skyline, Tonquin, Brazeau Loop andMaligne Lake and Pass areas. You can make a reserva-tion up to 3 months in advance of your trip by contact-ing the townsite Trail Office (see Information Sources). Anon-refundable reservation fee applies plus a modifi-cation fee for additional changes to your itinerary.
Wilderness PassPurchase of a Wilderness Pass is mandatory for anyovernight backcountry visit. It specifies the area/trail/and campsites you are using and the number of peopleand tents in your group. You must pick up your passfrom a park information centre within 24 hours of yourdeparture for updates on trail conditions, closures andother information. All Wilderness Pass fees (excludingreservation and modification fees) are entirely refund-able until 10 a.m. on your proposed date of departure.If your plans change, take advantage of the refundpolicy and make your space available to others.
Wilderness Pass fees are used to fund the trail mainte-nance, bridge building, campground maintenance, tripplanning assistance and other services backcountry us-ers have come to expect. Frequent travellers can pur-chase an Annual Wilderness Pass valid in all four moun-tain parks for a full year after purchase date.
BACKCOUNTRYVISITORS’ GUIDE
JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Voluntary Safety RegistrationsIf you plan to participate in an activity involving sig-nificant risk, you may choose to register your trip inperson at the time you purchase your Wilderness Pass.A safety registration ensures that a search will be ini-tiated on your behalf if you do not return by the dateand time recorded.
Safety registration is recommended for individuals orsmall groups engaged in activities such as mountain-eering, canoeing, kayaking, skiing outside regularlytracked routes and any activity on glaciers or icefields.We also recommend it for solo travellers without alocal contact. The safety registration system is volun-tary, but becomes a binding agreement if you chooseto use it. It is your responsibility to provide a compre-hensive and accurate description of your route, includ-ing any side trips. You must report back immediatelyupon your return to a park info centre, or, if they areclosed, call the Jasper Warden Office at 852-6155 (open24 hours).
WeatherThe most predictable thing about mountain weatheris its unpredictability. Rain or snow can fall at any timeof the year and freezing temperatures are possible evenduring the summer. The best way to deal with theweather is to prepare for all conditions. For a detailedweather forecast, contact the Environment CanadaWeather Office at (780) 852-3185 or visit the website atwww.tor.ec.gc.ca.
TransportationTrailheads can be difficult to get to without a vehicle.Public transportation to outlying park trailheads islimited. Information centre staff can assist you withinformation about available options.
The BasicsSelect a trip which best suits your party’s abili-ties and experience, interests, equipment and thetime you have available.
Familiarize yourself with the trail you have se-lected. This includes using additional referenceguides and topographic maps. Both are availableat park information centres through the Friendsof Jasper National Park.
Reserve the campsites you wish to use by call-ing (780) 852-6177 (Jasper) up to 3 months be-fore your departure date. A non refundable res-ervation fee applies and a modification fee foradditional changes to your itinerary. Book earlyfor popular campsites.
Pick up your Wilderness Pass at a park infor-mation centre, or Parks Canada’s office inCalgary, within 24 hours of your departure. Atthe same time, you will receive up-to-date infor-mation on trail conditions and bear activity.
Be prepared to be self-sufficient during inclem-ent and rapidly changing mountain conditionsby packing the right clothing and camping gear.
Bring along a backpacker’s camp stove and fuelas well as two sections of 20 m rope to hang foodand other tempting items so they are not withinreach of bears and other wildlife.
Let a friend or family member know about yourtravel plans–or use the safety registration system.
Check the current weather forecast by calling(780) 852-3185.
Check at the trailhead kiosk prior to your hike.It contains valuable information.
Read the rest of this guide carefully for additionalinformation on park opportunities, regulations,low impact travelling, information sources, wild-life and more!
PLANNING YOUR TRIP
What to ExpectJasper National Park offers a range of backcountryexperiences. In areas designated as semi-primitiveyou will find maintained trails and designated camp-sites with amenities like pit toilets, tent pads, foodstorage cables, rustic picnic tables and metal firegrates at sites where campfires are allowed. You arevery likely to meet others on the trail. In more re-mote, primitive areas of the park, trails are not aswell maintained and campsites will have only a pitprivy, fire grate and bear pole. In wildland areas,travellers must be prepared for the rigours of remotetravel including river fords, basic route finding andrandom camping.
The Tonquin, Skyline, Brazeau Loop and theMaligne Lake and Pass areas are the most popularhikes. These areas can see high levels of use duringthe summer and reservations are recommended. Ifyour goal is to get away from it all and see as fewpeople as possible, check with staff for alternativeareas.
Backcountry Lodges and Alpine HutsLodge reservations can be made by calling:Olson’s Tonquin Valley Pack Trips(780) 865-4417 or e-mail: [email protected]’s Tonquin Valley Pack and Ski Trips(780) 852-3909 or www.tonquinvalley.comSkyline Trail Rides, Curator Lake(780) 852-4215 or e-mail: [email protected]
Alpine huts may be booked by contacting:Alpine Club of CanadaP.O. Box 8040, Indian Flats RoadCanmore, AB, T1W 2T8Ph (403) 678-3200; Fax (403) 678-3224e-mail: [email protected]/acc/
A Wilderness Pass is required if you bivouac or useAlpine Club of Canada facilities.
Guides and OutfittersInformation centres can provide you with a list oflocal guides and horse outfitters.
Travelling With HorsesPark information centres have information aboutguided day or overnight horse trips in the park. TheHorse Users’ Guide provides detailed information toindividuals or small groups planning a horseback tripon their own. Horse users must contact the Jasper TrailOffice to obtain the permits required for an overnighthorse trip. Fees apply.
Trail BicyclingCycling is permitted on trails designated for bicycleuse. All other park trails are closed to bicycles. Formore information on trails and biking etiquette, askfor the Jasper mountain biking brochure at an infor-mation centre.
Climbing, Mountaineering and GlacierTravelHighly specialized equipment and knowledge arenecessary for safe mountaineering and glacier travel.If you plan to take part in climbing or mountaineer-ing activities you may wish to discuss your plans witha Park Warden in Jasper. A number of excellent guide-books are available for reference at information cen-tres or Friends of Jasper National Park retail outlets.Since climbing and mountaineering activities involvesome risk or hazard, a voluntary safety registrationis recommended.
Mountaineering parties can apply to bivouac in non-vegetated areas. Special restrictions may apply. TheAlpine Club of Canada operates four mountaineer-ing huts in Jasper National Park. To find out more,see the Backcountry Lodges and Alpine Huts section.
FishingFishing is permitted in most backcountry lakes. ANational Park Fishing Permit is mandatory. Fish-ing permits can be purchased at the park informa-tion centres and at several Jasper retail outlets thatsell angling supplies. Be sure to obtain a copy of thecurrent Fishing Regulations Summary with your per-mit. It covers opening seasons, bait and tackle re-strictions and catch and possession limits. Seasonalclosures may be in effect on some lakes.
Backcountry WardensNational Park Wardens conduct backcountry patrolsthroughout the year. They are there to assist you incase of emergency, provide information, and ensurethat the park’s natural and cultural resources areprotected. Any Park Warden you encounter in thebackcountry will ask to see your Wilderness Pass.Since their duties require them to patrol large areas,you should not count on being able to find a War-den in case of emergency. Prepare to be self-reliant.
Managing Our UseHumans have an impact in all areas of the park. Thebackcountry is especially vulnerable to our use. Veg-etation is fragile, especially at higher elevations, andwildlife are not as habituated to people. Park man-agement regulations are in place to minimize our im-pact. They include quota restrictions on trails andcampsites, a limit on group size, a permit system andrestrictions on special use. You can support this pro-gram by respecting the regulations and using lowimpact techniques on backcountry trips (see the sec-tion Please, Leave No Trace!)
Parks Canada continues to evaluate and implementhuman use management in Jasper National Park forthe benefit of the park’s wilderness and its visitors.
Please, Leave No Trace!GarbagePlease–Pack it in and pack it out! You are responsiblefor everything you take into the backcountry and thisincludes garbage. Litter in the backcountry is bothunsightly and hazardous. A piece of broken glass orfoil could magnify the sun’s rays enough to start a for-est fire. Animals may be injured by scavenging in gar-bage left lying around. Do not dispose of garbage inpit toilets—it may attract animals.
Shortcutting trailsShortcutting between trail switchbacks damages boththe soil and plant life. This not only ruins the look ofan area, but makes it susceptible to further damage byerosion.
Collecting Natural or Cultural ObjectsRocks, fossils, horns, antlers, wildflowers, nests andall other natural or historical objects in a national parkare protected by law. Leave them as you found themfor others to enjoy. Ignoring this regulation can leadto prosecution.
CampingPlease camp only at the campsites indicated on yourWilderness Pass and use the tent pads (where pro-vided). Check with park staff for special restrictions inwildland areas.
WashingWash well away from any lakes, streams or rivers andkeep the use of soap to a minimum. Even biodegrad-able soaps are pollutants. Strain out those last bits offood waste and pack them out. Disperse grey wateron land, a good distance from water sources and camp-sites.
PetsPets may provoke confrontations with wildlife and af-fect your safety. Dogs must be kept on a leash while ina national park. They may be happier if left at home.
CampfiresCampfires are a luxury in the mountains and are notpermitted in all areas (see map on reverse). If youchoose to have a fire, use the metal fireboxes provided,keep your fire small and use only deadfall. Tend yourfire at all times and extinguish it completely before youmove on. Gas stoves are cleaner and more efficient forcooking. We recommend you use one. Please check withstaff for information on the campfire policy in winter.
Food StorageTo reduce your campsite’s attractiveness to bears, allfood, garbage, toiletries and cooking equipment mustbe suspended from the food storage cables providedat designated campsites. In random camping areas, findtwo tall/sturdy trees and hang your food at least fourmetres above the ground and two metres from eachtree trunk (bring two 20 m lengths of rope along withyou). Please remember that food left behind in vehi-cles at trailheads may encourage damage by bears.
Human WasteUse the pit toilets provided if possible. When there areno facilities nearby, select a spot away from trails, camp-sites and at least 50 m from water sources. Dig a hole12 to 16 cm with a stick, the heel of your boot or a smalltrowel. You want to reach the dark-coloured, biologi-cally active soil layer. Fill the hole with soil afterward;do not pack it down. Use as little toilet paper as possi-ble and burn it if the fire hazard is not extreme. (Somepeople pack out their used toilet paper).
For more information on low impact travel in thebackcountry contact: Leave No Trace, P.O. Box 997,Boulder, CO, U.S.A. 80305. Ph (303) 442-8222www.Int.org
A Fellow TravellerHikers travel park trails that often look emptyand unused. Not so. Wildlife use the trails forthe very same reason we do—to get from onearea to another.
Take a close look at this photograph. It wastaken by remote camera along one of the park’sbackcountry trails. The cougar triggered theshot when it stepped into an infrared beam.
The park is monitoring the movement of largemammals like this cougar as part of a Move-ment Corridor Study. We are trying to answerquestions like “How do large carnivores travelthrough some areas of the park? Are certaintrails more important than others? How doeshuman use affect wildlife use?”
ON THE TRAIL
Information SourcesMain ContactParks Canada Trail OfficeJasper Townsite Information CentreWilderness Pass, safety registrations (in persononly), trail reservations/information.500 Connaught Dr.P.O. Box 10, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0Ph (780) 852-6177; Fax (780) 852-6152e-mail: [email protected]: parkscanada.pch.gc.ca/jasper
Additional ContactsParks Canada Information, Icefield Centre(May 1 to October 15)Wilderness Pass, safety registrations (in persononly), trail information.103 km south of Jasper on the Icefields ParkwayPh (780) 852-6288; Fax (780) 852-6287e-mail: [email protected]
Parks Canada–Calgary Service CentreInformation on all four mountain national parksand others in the region.Rm. 520, 220-4 Avenue S.E., P.O. Box 2989, Stn. M,Calgary, AB T2G 4X3 Ph (403) 292-4401e-mail: [email protected]: parkscanada.pch.gc.ca
Friends of Jasper National ParkRetail outlets at both Parks Canada informationcentres. P.O. Box 992, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0Ph (780) 852-4767; Fax (780) 852-4799e-mail: [email protected]: visit-jasper.com/friendsofjasper.html
Playing it safeAll outdoor activities involve some degree of risk. Rap-idly changing weather, steep, rugged or unfamiliarterrain, avalanches (at any time of year), cold, swift-flowing streams, canyons, rapids and waterfalls, gla-cial crevasses, falling rocks and wild animals are allbackcountry hazards visitors may encounter. Cautionand self-reliance are essential. You or your trip leadershould have a knowledge of natural hazards, experi-ence in avoiding them and a plan to deal with themsuccessfully when required.
WaterGiardia lamblia is a parasite carried by humans andsome domestic and wild animals. These parasites canbe in any surface water and may contaminate the wa-ter supply. Boiling water will destroy the organism.Special filters and iodine tablets can also be used topurify water.
WildlifeNever forget that park animals are wild and can bedangerous. Any animal can become aggressive if itfeels threatened, so keep your distance—30 metresfrom most animals, and at least 100 metres from bears.
BearsBoth black and grizzly bears are of special concern tobackcountry travellers. You can significantly reducethe risk of bear encounters by following the guide-lines on food storage and garbage provided in thePlease, Leave No Trace section of this brochure and thepark wildlife safety publication Keep the Wild in Wild-life!, available at park campgrounds and informationcentres.
Remember—YOU are responsiblefor your own safety.
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You have chosen a very special place to enjoy a wil-derness experience. Jasper National Park is the larg-est and most northerly of Canada’s mountain nationalparks. It protects more than 10,000 square kilometresof the Rocky Mountains—a beautiful and dramaticlandscape supporting a rich variety of plants and ani-mals. The human history is interesting too. Many ofthe park’s backcountry trails were established by earlytravellers including First Nations people, fur traders,explorers and adventurers.
There are more than 1,200 kilometres of trails and 100backcountry campsites in the park. Licensed commer-cial services include three backcountry lodges, anumber of horse outfitters, and many hiking/inter-pretive guides. The Alpine Club of Canada managesfour alpine huts.
This guide will help you plan a hike that is safe, excit-ing and low impact. Have a wonderful trip!
Where to go?The trip ideas on the back of this guide are a good start-ing point for selecting a hike that meets your needs andabilities. More detailed trail guidebooks and topo-graphic maps are available through the park’s cooper-ating association, the Friends of Jasper National Park(see Information Sources) and bookstores. The best wayto begin your trip is with knowledgeable park infor-mation centre staff, who can provide you with up-to-date trail conditions, bear warnings and other essentialinformation.
ReservationsCampsite reservations are advisable for busy trails dur-ing the peak hiking months of July and August. Busytrails include Skyline, Tonquin, Brazeau Loop andMaligne Lake and Pass areas. You can make a reserva-tion up to 3 months in advance of your trip by contact-ing the townsite Trail Office (see Information Sources). Anon-refundable reservation fee applies plus a modifi-cation fee for additional changes to your itinerary.
Wilderness PassPurchase of a Wilderness Pass is mandatory for anyovernight backcountry visit. It specifies the area/trail/and campsites you are using and the number of peopleand tents in your group. You must pick up your passfrom a park information centre within 24 hours of yourdeparture for updates on trail conditions, closures andother information. All Wilderness Pass fees (excludingreservation and modification fees) are entirely refund-able until 10 a.m. on your proposed date of departure.If your plans change, take advantage of the refundpolicy and make your space available to others.
Wilderness Pass fees are used to fund the trail mainte-nance, bridge building, campground maintenance, tripplanning assistance and other services backcountry us-ers have come to expect. Frequent travellers can pur-chase an Annual Wilderness Pass valid in all four moun-tain parks for a full year after purchase date.
BACKCOUNTRYVISITORS’ GUIDE
JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Voluntary Safety RegistrationsIf you plan to participate in an activity involving sig-nificant risk, you may choose to register your trip inperson at the time you purchase your Wilderness Pass.A safety registration ensures that a search will be ini-tiated on your behalf if you do not return by the dateand time recorded.
Safety registration is recommended for individuals orsmall groups engaged in activities such as mountain-eering, canoeing, kayaking, skiing outside regularlytracked routes and any activity on glaciers or icefields.We also recommend it for solo travellers without alocal contact. The safety registration system is volun-tary, but becomes a binding agreement if you chooseto use it. It is your responsibility to provide a compre-hensive and accurate description of your route, includ-ing any side trips. You must report back immediatelyupon your return to a park info centre, or, if they areclosed, call the Jasper Warden Office at 852-6155 (open24 hours).
WeatherThe most predictable thing about mountain weatheris its unpredictability. Rain or snow can fall at any timeof the year and freezing temperatures are possible evenduring the summer. The best way to deal with theweather is to prepare for all conditions. For a detailedweather forecast, contact the Environment CanadaWeather Office at (780) 852-3185 or visit the website atwww.tor.ec.gc.ca.
TransportationTrailheads can be difficult to get to without a vehicle.Public transportation to outlying park trailheads islimited. Information centre staff can assist you withinformation about available options.
The BasicsSelect a trip which best suits your party’s abili-ties and experience, interests, equipment and thetime you have available.
Familiarize yourself with the trail you have se-lected. This includes using additional referenceguides and topographic maps. Both are availableat park information centres through the Friendsof Jasper National Park.
Reserve the campsites you wish to use by call-ing (780) 852-6177 (Jasper) up to 3 months be-fore your departure date. A non refundable res-ervation fee applies and a modification fee foradditional changes to your itinerary. Book earlyfor popular campsites.
Pick up your Wilderness Pass at a park infor-mation centre, or Parks Canada’s office inCalgary, within 24 hours of your departure. Atthe same time, you will receive up-to-date infor-mation on trail conditions and bear activity.
Be prepared to be self-sufficient during inclem-ent and rapidly changing mountain conditionsby packing the right clothing and camping gear.
Bring along a backpacker’s camp stove and fuelas well as two sections of 20 m rope to hang foodand other tempting items so they are not withinreach of bears and other wildlife.
Let a friend or family member know about yourtravel plans–or use the safety registration system.
Check the current weather forecast by calling(780) 852-3185.
Check at the trailhead kiosk prior to your hike.It contains valuable information.
Read the rest of this guide carefully for additionalinformation on park opportunities, regulations,low impact travelling, information sources, wild-life and more!
PLANNING YOUR TRIP
What to ExpectJasper National Park offers a range of backcountryexperiences. In areas designated as semi-primitiveyou will find maintained trails and designated camp-sites with amenities like pit toilets, tent pads, foodstorage cables, rustic picnic tables and metal firegrates at sites where campfires are allowed. You arevery likely to meet others on the trail. In more re-mote, primitive areas of the park, trails are not aswell maintained and campsites will have only a pitprivy, fire grate and bear pole. In wildland areas,travellers must be prepared for the rigours of remotetravel including river fords, basic route finding andrandom camping.
The Tonquin, Skyline, Brazeau Loop and theMaligne Lake and Pass areas are the most popularhikes. These areas can see high levels of use duringthe summer and reservations are recommended. Ifyour goal is to get away from it all and see as fewpeople as possible, check with staff for alternativeareas.
Backcountry Lodges and Alpine HutsLodge reservations can be made by calling:Olson’s Tonquin Valley Pack Trips(780) 865-4417 or e-mail: [email protected]’s Tonquin Valley Pack and Ski Trips(780) 852-3909 or www.tonquinvalley.comSkyline Trail Rides, Curator Lake(780) 852-4215 or e-mail: [email protected]
Alpine huts may be booked by contacting:Alpine Club of CanadaP.O. Box 8040, Indian Flats RoadCanmore, AB, T1W 2T8Ph (403) 678-3200; Fax (403) 678-3224e-mail: [email protected]/acc/
A Wilderness Pass is required if you bivouac or useAlpine Club of Canada facilities.
Guides and OutfittersInformation centres can provide you with a list oflocal guides and horse outfitters.
Travelling With HorsesPark information centres have information aboutguided day or overnight horse trips in the park. TheHorse Users’ Guide provides detailed information toindividuals or small groups planning a horseback tripon their own. Horse users must contact the Jasper TrailOffice to obtain the permits required for an overnighthorse trip. Fees apply.
Trail BicyclingCycling is permitted on trails designated for bicycleuse. All other park trails are closed to bicycles. Formore information on trails and biking etiquette, askfor the Jasper mountain biking brochure at an infor-mation centre.
Climbing, Mountaineering and GlacierTravelHighly specialized equipment and knowledge arenecessary for safe mountaineering and glacier travel.If you plan to take part in climbing or mountaineer-ing activities you may wish to discuss your plans witha Park Warden in Jasper. A number of excellent guide-books are available for reference at information cen-tres or Friends of Jasper National Park retail outlets.Since climbing and mountaineering activities involvesome risk or hazard, a voluntary safety registrationis recommended.
Mountaineering parties can apply to bivouac in non-vegetated areas. Special restrictions may apply. TheAlpine Club of Canada operates four mountaineer-ing huts in Jasper National Park. To find out more,see the Backcountry Lodges and Alpine Huts section.
FishingFishing is permitted in most backcountry lakes. ANational Park Fishing Permit is mandatory. Fish-ing permits can be purchased at the park informa-tion centres and at several Jasper retail outlets thatsell angling supplies. Be sure to obtain a copy of thecurrent Fishing Regulations Summary with your per-mit. It covers opening seasons, bait and tackle re-strictions and catch and possession limits. Seasonalclosures may be in effect on some lakes.
Backcountry WardensNational Park Wardens conduct backcountry patrolsthroughout the year. They are there to assist you incase of emergency, provide information, and ensurethat the park’s natural and cultural resources areprotected. Any Park Warden you encounter in thebackcountry will ask to see your Wilderness Pass.Since their duties require them to patrol large areas,you should not count on being able to find a War-den in case of emergency. Prepare to be self-reliant.
Managing Our UseHumans have an impact in all areas of the park. Thebackcountry is especially vulnerable to our use. Veg-etation is fragile, especially at higher elevations, andwildlife are not as habituated to people. Park man-agement regulations are in place to minimize our im-pact. They include quota restrictions on trails andcampsites, a limit on group size, a permit system andrestrictions on special use. You can support this pro-gram by respecting the regulations and using lowimpact techniques on backcountry trips (see the sec-tion Please, Leave No Trace!)
Parks Canada continues to evaluate and implementhuman use management in Jasper National Park forthe benefit of the park’s wilderness and its visitors.
Please, Leave No Trace!GarbagePlease–Pack it in and pack it out! You are responsiblefor everything you take into the backcountry and thisincludes garbage. Litter in the backcountry is bothunsightly and hazardous. A piece of broken glass orfoil could magnify the sun’s rays enough to start a for-est fire. Animals may be injured by scavenging in gar-bage left lying around. Do not dispose of garbage inpit toilets—it may attract animals.
Shortcutting trailsShortcutting between trail switchbacks damages boththe soil and plant life. This not only ruins the look ofan area, but makes it susceptible to further damage byerosion.
Collecting Natural or Cultural ObjectsRocks, fossils, horns, antlers, wildflowers, nests andall other natural or historical objects in a national parkare protected by law. Leave them as you found themfor others to enjoy. Ignoring this regulation can leadto prosecution.
CampingPlease camp only at the campsites indicated on yourWilderness Pass and use the tent pads (where pro-vided). Check with park staff for special restrictions inwildland areas.
WashingWash well away from any lakes, streams or rivers andkeep the use of soap to a minimum. Even biodegrad-able soaps are pollutants. Strain out those last bits offood waste and pack them out. Disperse grey wateron land, a good distance from water sources and camp-sites.
PetsPets may provoke confrontations with wildlife and af-fect your safety. Dogs must be kept on a leash while ina national park. They may be happier if left at home.
CampfiresCampfires are a luxury in the mountains and are notpermitted in all areas (see map on reverse). If youchoose to have a fire, use the metal fireboxes provided,keep your fire small and use only deadfall. Tend yourfire at all times and extinguish it completely before youmove on. Gas stoves are cleaner and more efficient forcooking. We recommend you use one. Please check withstaff for information on the campfire policy in winter.
Food StorageTo reduce your campsite’s attractiveness to bears, allfood, garbage, toiletries and cooking equipment mustbe suspended from the food storage cables providedat designated campsites. In random camping areas, findtwo tall/sturdy trees and hang your food at least fourmetres above the ground and two metres from eachtree trunk (bring two 20 m lengths of rope along withyou). Please remember that food left behind in vehi-cles at trailheads may encourage damage by bears.
Human WasteUse the pit toilets provided if possible. When there areno facilities nearby, select a spot away from trails, camp-sites and at least 50 m from water sources. Dig a hole12 to 16 cm with a stick, the heel of your boot or a smalltrowel. You want to reach the dark-coloured, biologi-cally active soil layer. Fill the hole with soil afterward;do not pack it down. Use as little toilet paper as possi-ble and burn it if the fire hazard is not extreme. (Somepeople pack out their used toilet paper).
For more information on low impact travel in thebackcountry contact: Leave No Trace, P.O. Box 997,Boulder, CO, U.S.A. 80305. Ph (303) 442-8222www.Int.org
A Fellow TravellerHikers travel park trails that often look emptyand unused. Not so. Wildlife use the trails forthe very same reason we do—to get from onearea to another.
Take a close look at this photograph. It wastaken by remote camera along one of the park’sbackcountry trails. The cougar triggered theshot when it stepped into an infrared beam.
The park is monitoring the movement of largemammals like this cougar as part of a Move-ment Corridor Study. We are trying to answerquestions like “How do large carnivores travelthrough some areas of the park? Are certaintrails more important than others? How doeshuman use affect wildlife use?”
ON THE TRAIL
Information SourcesMain ContactParks Canada Trail OfficeJasper Townsite Information CentreWilderness Pass, safety registrations (in persononly), trail reservations/information.500 Connaught Dr.P.O. Box 10, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0Ph (780) 852-6177; Fax (780) 852-6152e-mail: [email protected]: parkscanada.pch.gc.ca/jasper
Additional ContactsParks Canada Information, Icefield Centre(May 1 to October 15)Wilderness Pass, safety registrations (in persononly), trail information.103 km south of Jasper on the Icefields ParkwayPh (780) 852-6288; Fax (780) 852-6287e-mail: [email protected]
Parks Canada–Calgary Service CentreInformation on all four mountain national parksand others in the region.Rm. 520, 220-4 Avenue S.E., P.O. Box 2989, Stn. M,Calgary, AB T2G 4X3 Ph (403) 292-4401e-mail: [email protected]: parkscanada.pch.gc.ca
Friends of Jasper National ParkRetail outlets at both Parks Canada informationcentres. P.O. Box 992, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0Ph (780) 852-4767; Fax (780) 852-4799e-mail: [email protected]: visit-jasper.com/friendsofjasper.html
Playing it safeAll outdoor activities involve some degree of risk. Rap-idly changing weather, steep, rugged or unfamiliarterrain, avalanches (at any time of year), cold, swift-flowing streams, canyons, rapids and waterfalls, gla-cial crevasses, falling rocks and wild animals are allbackcountry hazards visitors may encounter. Cautionand self-reliance are essential. You or your trip leadershould have a knowledge of natural hazards, experi-ence in avoiding them and a plan to deal with themsuccessfully when required.
WaterGiardia lamblia is a parasite carried by humans andsome domestic and wild animals. These parasites canbe in any surface water and may contaminate the wa-ter supply. Boiling water will destroy the organism.Special filters and iodine tablets can also be used topurify water.
WildlifeNever forget that park animals are wild and can bedangerous. Any animal can become aggressive if itfeels threatened, so keep your distance—30 metresfrom most animals, and at least 100 metres from bears.
BearsBoth black and grizzly bears are of special concern tobackcountry travellers. You can significantly reducethe risk of bear encounters by following the guide-lines on food storage and garbage provided in thePlease, Leave No Trace section of this brochure and thepark wildlife safety publication Keep the Wild in Wild-life!, available at park campgrounds and informationcentres.
Remember—YOU are responsiblefor your own safety.
aC adan
You have chosen a very special place to enjoy a wil-derness experience. Jasper National Park is the larg-est and most northerly of Canada’s mountain nationalparks. It protects more than 10,000 square kilometresof the Rocky Mountains—a beautiful and dramaticlandscape supporting a rich variety of plants and ani-mals. The human history is interesting too. Many ofthe park’s backcountry trails were established by earlytravellers including First Nations people, fur traders,explorers and adventurers.
There are more than 1,200 kilometres of trails and 100backcountry campsites in the park. Licensed commer-cial services include three backcountry lodges, anumber of horse outfitters, and many hiking/inter-pretive guides. The Alpine Club of Canada managesfour alpine huts.
This guide will help you plan a hike that is safe, excit-ing and low impact. Have a wonderful trip!
Where to go?The trip ideas on the back of this guide are a good start-ing point for selecting a hike that meets your needs andabilities. More detailed trail guidebooks and topo-graphic maps are available through the park’s cooper-ating association, the Friends of Jasper National Park(see Information Sources) and bookstores. The best wayto begin your trip is with knowledgeable park infor-mation centre staff, who can provide you with up-to-date trail conditions, bear warnings and other essentialinformation.
ReservationsCampsite reservations are advisable for busy trails dur-ing the peak hiking months of July and August. Busytrails include Skyline, Tonquin, Brazeau Loop andMaligne Lake and Pass areas. You can make a reserva-tion up to 3 months in advance of your trip by contact-ing the townsite Trail Office (see Information Sources). Anon-refundable reservation fee applies plus a modifi-cation fee for additional changes to your itinerary.
Wilderness PassPurchase of a Wilderness Pass is mandatory for anyovernight backcountry visit. It specifies the area/trail/and campsites you are using and the number of peopleand tents in your group. You must pick up your passfrom a park information centre within 24 hours of yourdeparture for updates on trail conditions, closures andother information. All Wilderness Pass fees (excludingreservation and modification fees) are entirely refund-able until 10 a.m. on your proposed date of departure.If your plans change, take advantage of the refundpolicy and make your space available to others.
Wilderness Pass fees are used to fund the trail mainte-nance, bridge building, campground maintenance, tripplanning assistance and other services backcountry us-ers have come to expect. Frequent travellers can pur-chase an Annual Wilderness Pass valid in all four moun-tain parks for a full year after purchase date.
BACKCOUNTRYVISITORS’ GUIDE
JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Voluntary Safety RegistrationsIf you plan to participate in an activity involving sig-nificant risk, you may choose to register your trip inperson at the time you purchase your Wilderness Pass.A safety registration ensures that a search will be ini-tiated on your behalf if you do not return by the dateand time recorded.
Safety registration is recommended for individuals orsmall groups engaged in activities such as mountain-eering, canoeing, kayaking, skiing outside regularlytracked routes and any activity on glaciers or icefields.We also recommend it for solo travellers without alocal contact. The safety registration system is volun-tary, but becomes a binding agreement if you chooseto use it. It is your responsibility to provide a compre-hensive and accurate description of your route, includ-ing any side trips. You must report back immediatelyupon your return to a park info centre, or, if they areclosed, call the Jasper Warden Office at 852-6155 (open24 hours).
WeatherThe most predictable thing about mountain weatheris its unpredictability. Rain or snow can fall at any timeof the year and freezing temperatures are possible evenduring the summer. The best way to deal with theweather is to prepare for all conditions. For a detailedweather forecast, contact the Environment CanadaWeather Office at (780) 852-3185 or visit the website atwww.tor.ec.gc.ca.
TransportationTrailheads can be difficult to get to without a vehicle.Public transportation to outlying park trailheads islimited. Information centre staff can assist you withinformation about available options.
The BasicsSelect a trip which best suits your party’s abili-ties and experience, interests, equipment and thetime you have available.
Familiarize yourself with the trail you have se-lected. This includes using additional referenceguides and topographic maps. Both are availableat park information centres through the Friendsof Jasper National Park.
Reserve the campsites you wish to use by call-ing (780) 852-6177 (Jasper) up to 3 months be-fore your departure date. A non refundable res-ervation fee applies and a modification fee foradditional changes to your itinerary. Book earlyfor popular campsites.
Pick up your Wilderness Pass at a park infor-mation centre, or Parks Canada’s office inCalgary, within 24 hours of your departure. Atthe same time, you will receive up-to-date infor-mation on trail conditions and bear activity.
Be prepared to be self-sufficient during inclem-ent and rapidly changing mountain conditionsby packing the right clothing and camping gear.
Bring along a backpacker’s camp stove and fuelas well as two sections of 20 m rope to hang foodand other tempting items so they are not withinreach of bears and other wildlife.
Let a friend or family member know about yourtravel plans–or use the safety registration system.
Check the current weather forecast by calling(780) 852-3185.
Check at the trailhead kiosk prior to your hike.It contains valuable information.
Read the rest of this guide carefully for additionalinformation on park opportunities, regulations,low impact travelling, information sources, wild-life and more!
PLANNING YOUR TRIP
What to ExpectJasper National Park offers a range of backcountryexperiences. In areas designated as semi-primitiveyou will find maintained trails and designated camp-sites with amenities like pit toilets, tent pads, foodstorage cables, rustic picnic tables and metal firegrates at sites where campfires are allowed. You arevery likely to meet others on the trail. In more re-mote, primitive areas of the park, trails are not aswell maintained and campsites will have only a pitprivy, fire grate and bear pole. In wildland areas,travellers must be prepared for the rigours of remotetravel including river fords, basic route finding andrandom camping.
The Tonquin, Skyline, Brazeau Loop and theMaligne Lake and Pass areas are the most popularhikes. These areas can see high levels of use duringthe summer and reservations are recommended. Ifyour goal is to get away from it all and see as fewpeople as possible, check with staff for alternativeareas.
Backcountry Lodges and Alpine HutsLodge reservations can be made by calling:Olson’s Tonquin Valley Pack Trips(780) 865-4417 or e-mail: [email protected]’s Tonquin Valley Pack and Ski Trips(780) 852-3909 or www.tonquinvalley.comSkyline Trail Rides, Curator Lake(780) 852-4215 or e-mail: [email protected]
Alpine huts may be booked by contacting:Alpine Club of CanadaP.O. Box 8040, Indian Flats RoadCanmore, AB, T1W 2T8Ph (403) 678-3200; Fax (403) 678-3224e-mail: [email protected]/acc/
A Wilderness Pass is required if you bivouac or useAlpine Club of Canada facilities.
Guides and OutfittersInformation centres can provide you with a list oflocal guides and horse outfitters.
Travelling With HorsesPark information centres have information aboutguided day or overnight horse trips in the park. TheHorse Users’ Guide provides detailed information toindividuals or small groups planning a horseback tripon their own. Horse users must contact the Jasper TrailOffice to obtain the permits required for an overnighthorse trip. Fees apply.
Trail BicyclingCycling is permitted on trails designated for bicycleuse. All other park trails are closed to bicycles. Formore information on trails and biking etiquette, askfor the Jasper mountain biking brochure at an infor-mation centre.
Climbing, Mountaineering and GlacierTravelHighly specialized equipment and knowledge arenecessary for safe mountaineering and glacier travel.If you plan to take part in climbing or mountaineer-ing activities you may wish to discuss your plans witha Park Warden in Jasper. A number of excellent guide-books are available for reference at information cen-tres or Friends of Jasper National Park retail outlets.Since climbing and mountaineering activities involvesome risk or hazard, a voluntary safety registrationis recommended.
Mountaineering parties can apply to bivouac in non-vegetated areas. Special restrictions may apply. TheAlpine Club of Canada operates four mountaineer-ing huts in Jasper National Park. To find out more,see the Backcountry Lodges and Alpine Huts section.
FishingFishing is permitted in most backcountry lakes. ANational Park Fishing Permit is mandatory. Fish-ing permits can be purchased at the park informa-tion centres and at several Jasper retail outlets thatsell angling supplies. Be sure to obtain a copy of thecurrent Fishing Regulations Summary with your per-mit. It covers opening seasons, bait and tackle re-strictions and catch and possession limits. Seasonalclosures may be in effect on some lakes.
Backcountry WardensNational Park Wardens conduct backcountry patrolsthroughout the year. They are there to assist you incase of emergency, provide information, and ensurethat the park’s natural and cultural resources areprotected. Any Park Warden you encounter in thebackcountry will ask to see your Wilderness Pass.Since their duties require them to patrol large areas,you should not count on being able to find a War-den in case of emergency. Prepare to be self-reliant.
Managing Our UseHumans have an impact in all areas of the park. Thebackcountry is especially vulnerable to our use. Veg-etation is fragile, especially at higher elevations, andwildlife are not as habituated to people. Park man-agement regulations are in place to minimize our im-pact. They include quota restrictions on trails andcampsites, a limit on group size, a permit system andrestrictions on special use. You can support this pro-gram by respecting the regulations and using lowimpact techniques on backcountry trips (see the sec-tion Please, Leave No Trace!)
Parks Canada continues to evaluate and implementhuman use management in Jasper National Park forthe benefit of the park’s wilderness and its visitors.
Please, Leave No Trace!GarbagePlease–Pack it in and pack it out! You are responsiblefor everything you take into the backcountry and thisincludes garbage. Litter in the backcountry is bothunsightly and hazardous. A piece of broken glass orfoil could magnify the sun’s rays enough to start a for-est fire. Animals may be injured by scavenging in gar-bage left lying around. Do not dispose of garbage inpit toilets—it may attract animals.
Shortcutting trailsShortcutting between trail switchbacks damages boththe soil and plant life. This not only ruins the look ofan area, but makes it susceptible to further damage byerosion.
Collecting Natural or Cultural ObjectsRocks, fossils, horns, antlers, wildflowers, nests andall other natural or historical objects in a national parkare protected by law. Leave them as you found themfor others to enjoy. Ignoring this regulation can leadto prosecution.
CampingPlease camp only at the campsites indicated on yourWilderness Pass and use the tent pads (where pro-vided). Check with park staff for special restrictions inwildland areas.
WashingWash well away from any lakes, streams or rivers andkeep the use of soap to a minimum. Even biodegrad-able soaps are pollutants. Strain out those last bits offood waste and pack them out. Disperse grey wateron land, a good distance from water sources and camp-sites.
PetsPets may provoke confrontations with wildlife and af-fect your safety. Dogs must be kept on a leash while ina national park. They may be happier if left at home.
CampfiresCampfires are a luxury in the mountains and are notpermitted in all areas (see map on reverse). If youchoose to have a fire, use the metal fireboxes provided,keep your fire small and use only deadfall. Tend yourfire at all times and extinguish it completely before youmove on. Gas stoves are cleaner and more efficient forcooking. We recommend you use one. Please check withstaff for information on the campfire policy in winter.
Food StorageTo reduce your campsite’s attractiveness to bears, allfood, garbage, toiletries and cooking equipment mustbe suspended from the food storage cables providedat designated campsites. In random camping areas, findtwo tall/sturdy trees and hang your food at least fourmetres above the ground and two metres from eachtree trunk (bring two 20 m lengths of rope along withyou). Please remember that food left behind in vehi-cles at trailheads may encourage damage by bears.
Human WasteUse the pit toilets provided if possible. When there areno facilities nearby, select a spot away from trails, camp-sites and at least 50 m from water sources. Dig a hole12 to 16 cm with a stick, the heel of your boot or a smalltrowel. You want to reach the dark-coloured, biologi-cally active soil layer. Fill the hole with soil afterward;do not pack it down. Use as little toilet paper as possi-ble and burn it if the fire hazard is not extreme. (Somepeople pack out their used toilet paper).
For more information on low impact travel in thebackcountry contact: Leave No Trace, P.O. Box 997,Boulder, CO, U.S.A. 80305. Ph (303) 442-8222www.Int.org
A Fellow TravellerHikers travel park trails that often look emptyand unused. Not so. Wildlife use the trails forthe very same reason we do—to get from onearea to another.
Take a close look at this photograph. It wastaken by remote camera along one of the park’sbackcountry trails. The cougar triggered theshot when it stepped into an infrared beam.
The park is monitoring the movement of largemammals like this cougar as part of a Move-ment Corridor Study. We are trying to answerquestions like “How do large carnivores travelthrough some areas of the park? Are certaintrails more important than others? How doeshuman use affect wildlife use?”
ON THE TRAIL
Information SourcesMain ContactParks Canada Trail OfficeJasper Townsite Information CentreWilderness Pass, safety registrations (in persononly), trail reservations/information.500 Connaught Dr.P.O. Box 10, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0Ph (780) 852-6177; Fax (780) 852-6152e-mail: [email protected]: parkscanada.pch.gc.ca/jasper
Additional ContactsParks Canada Information, Icefield Centre(May 1 to October 15)Wilderness Pass, safety registrations (in persononly), trail information.103 km south of Jasper on the Icefields ParkwayPh (780) 852-6288; Fax (780) 852-6287e-mail: [email protected]
Parks Canada–Calgary Service CentreInformation on all four mountain national parksand others in the region.Rm. 520, 220-4 Avenue S.E., P.O. Box 2989, Stn. M,Calgary, AB T2G 4X3 Ph (403) 292-4401e-mail: [email protected]: parkscanada.pch.gc.ca
Friends of Jasper National ParkRetail outlets at both Parks Canada informationcentres. P.O. Box 992, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0Ph (780) 852-4767; Fax (780) 852-4799e-mail: [email protected]: visit-jasper.com/friendsofjasper.html
Playing it safeAll outdoor activities involve some degree of risk. Rap-idly changing weather, steep, rugged or unfamiliarterrain, avalanches (at any time of year), cold, swift-flowing streams, canyons, rapids and waterfalls, gla-cial crevasses, falling rocks and wild animals are allbackcountry hazards visitors may encounter. Cautionand self-reliance are essential. You or your trip leadershould have a knowledge of natural hazards, experi-ence in avoiding them and a plan to deal with themsuccessfully when required.
WaterGiardia lamblia is a parasite carried by humans andsome domestic and wild animals. These parasites canbe in any surface water and may contaminate the wa-ter supply. Boiling water will destroy the organism.Special filters and iodine tablets can also be used topurify water.
WildlifeNever forget that park animals are wild and can bedangerous. Any animal can become aggressive if itfeels threatened, so keep your distance—30 metresfrom most animals, and at least 100 metres from bears.
BearsBoth black and grizzly bears are of special concern tobackcountry travellers. You can significantly reducethe risk of bear encounters by following the guide-lines on food storage and garbage provided in thePlease, Leave No Trace section of this brochure and thepark wildlife safety publication Keep the Wild in Wild-life!, available at park campgrounds and informationcentres.
Remember—YOU are responsiblefor your own safety.
aC adan
You have chosen a very special place to enjoy a wil-derness experience. Jasper National Park is the larg-est and most northerly of Canada’s mountain nationalparks. It protects more than 10,000 square kilometresof the Rocky Mountains—a beautiful and dramaticlandscape supporting a rich variety of plants and ani-mals. The human history is interesting too. Many ofthe park’s backcountry trails were established by earlytravellers including First Nations people, fur traders,explorers and adventurers.
There are more than 1,200 kilometres of trails and 100backcountry campsites in the park. Licensed commer-cial services include three backcountry lodges, anumber of horse outfitters, and many hiking/inter-pretive guides. The Alpine Club of Canada managesfour alpine huts.
This guide will help you plan a hike that is safe, excit-ing and low impact. Have a wonderful trip!
Where to go?The trip ideas on the back of this guide are a good start-ing point for selecting a hike that meets your needs andabilities. More detailed trail guidebooks and topo-graphic maps are available through the park’s cooper-ating association, the Friends of Jasper National Park(see Information Sources) and bookstores. The best wayto begin your trip is with knowledgeable park infor-mation centre staff, who can provide you with up-to-date trail conditions, bear warnings and other essentialinformation.
ReservationsCampsite reservations are advisable for busy trails dur-ing the peak hiking months of July and August. Busytrails include Skyline, Tonquin, Brazeau Loop andMaligne Lake and Pass areas. You can make a reserva-tion up to 3 months in advance of your trip by contact-ing the townsite Trail Office (see Information Sources). Anon-refundable reservation fee applies plus a modifi-cation fee for additional changes to your itinerary.
Wilderness PassPurchase of a Wilderness Pass is mandatory for anyovernight backcountry visit. It specifies the area/trail/and campsites you are using and the number of peopleand tents in your group. You must pick up your passfrom a park information centre within 24 hours of yourdeparture for updates on trail conditions, closures andother information. All Wilderness Pass fees (excludingreservation and modification fees) are entirely refund-able until 10 a.m. on your proposed date of departure.If your plans change, take advantage of the refundpolicy and make your space available to others.
Wilderness Pass fees are used to fund the trail mainte-nance, bridge building, campground maintenance, tripplanning assistance and other services backcountry us-ers have come to expect. Frequent travellers can pur-chase an Annual Wilderness Pass valid in all four moun-tain parks for a full year after purchase date.
BACKCOUNTRYVISITORS’ GUIDE
JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Voluntary Safety RegistrationsIf you plan to participate in an activity involving sig-nificant risk, you may choose to register your trip inperson at the time you purchase your Wilderness Pass.A safety registration ensures that a search will be ini-tiated on your behalf if you do not return by the dateand time recorded.
Safety registration is recommended for individuals orsmall groups engaged in activities such as mountain-eering, canoeing, kayaking, skiing outside regularlytracked routes and any activity on glaciers or icefields.We also recommend it for solo travellers without alocal contact. The safety registration system is volun-tary, but becomes a binding agreement if you chooseto use it. It is your responsibility to provide a compre-hensive and accurate description of your route, includ-ing any side trips. You must report back immediatelyupon your return to a park info centre, or, if they areclosed, call the Jasper Warden Office at 852-6155 (open24 hours).
WeatherThe most predictable thing about mountain weatheris its unpredictability. Rain or snow can fall at any timeof the year and freezing temperatures are possible evenduring the summer. The best way to deal with theweather is to prepare for all conditions. For a detailedweather forecast, contact the Environment CanadaWeather Office at (780) 852-3185 or visit the website atwww.tor.ec.gc.ca.
TransportationTrailheads can be difficult to get to without a vehicle.Public transportation to outlying park trailheads islimited. Information centre staff can assist you withinformation about available options.
The BasicsSelect a trip which best suits your party’s abili-ties and experience, interests, equipment and thetime you have available.
Familiarize yourself with the trail you have se-lected. This includes using additional referenceguides and topographic maps. Both are availableat park information centres through the Friendsof Jasper National Park.
Reserve the campsites you wish to use by call-ing (780) 852-6177 (Jasper) up to 3 months be-fore your departure date. A non refundable res-ervation fee applies and a modification fee foradditional changes to your itinerary. Book earlyfor popular campsites.
Pick up your Wilderness Pass at a park infor-mation centre, or Parks Canada’s office inCalgary, within 24 hours of your departure. Atthe same time, you will receive up-to-date infor-mation on trail conditions and bear activity.
Be prepared to be self-sufficient during inclem-ent and rapidly changing mountain conditionsby packing the right clothing and camping gear.
Bring along a backpacker’s camp stove and fuelas well as two sections of 20 m rope to hang foodand other tempting items so they are not withinreach of bears and other wildlife.
Let a friend or family member know about yourtravel plans–or use the safety registration system.
Check the current weather forecast by calling(780) 852-3185.
Check at the trailhead kiosk prior to your hike.It contains valuable information.
Read the rest of this guide carefully for additionalinformation on park opportunities, regulations,low impact travelling, information sources, wild-life and more!
PLANNING YOUR TRIP
What to ExpectJasper National Park offers a range of backcountryexperiences. In areas designated as semi-primitiveyou will find maintained trails and designated camp-sites with amenities like pit toilets, tent pads, foodstorage cables, rustic picnic tables and metal firegrates at sites where campfires are allowed. You arevery likely to meet others on the trail. In more re-mote, primitive areas of the park, trails are not aswell maintained and campsites will have only a pitprivy, fire grate and bear pole. In wildland areas,travellers must be prepared for the rigours of remotetravel including river fords, basic route finding andrandom camping.
The Tonquin, Skyline, Brazeau Loop and theMaligne Lake and Pass areas are the most popularhikes. These areas can see high levels of use duringthe summer and reservations are recommended. Ifyour goal is to get away from it all and see as fewpeople as possible, check with staff for alternativeareas.
Backcountry Lodges and Alpine HutsLodge reservations can be made by calling:Olson’s Tonquin Valley Pack Trips(780) 865-4417 or e-mail: [email protected]’s Tonquin Valley Pack and Ski Trips(780) 852-3909 or www.tonquinvalley.comSkyline Trail Rides, Curator Lake(780) 852-4215 or e-mail: [email protected]
Alpine huts may be booked by contacting:Alpine Club of CanadaP.O. Box 8040, Indian Flats RoadCanmore, AB, T1W 2T8Ph (403) 678-3200; Fax (403) 678-3224e-mail: [email protected]/acc/
A Wilderness Pass is required if you bivouac or useAlpine Club of Canada facilities.
Guides and OutfittersInformation centres can provide you with a list oflocal guides and horse outfitters.
Travelling With HorsesPark information centres have information aboutguided day or overnight horse trips in the park. TheHorse Users’ Guide provides detailed information toindividuals or small groups planning a horseback tripon their own. Horse users must contact the Jasper TrailOffice to obtain the permits required for an overnighthorse trip. Fees apply.
Trail BicyclingCycling is permitted on trails designated for bicycleuse. All other park trails are closed to bicycles. Formore information on trails and biking etiquette, askfor the Jasper mountain biking brochure at an infor-mation centre.
Climbing, Mountaineering and GlacierTravelHighly specialized equipment and knowledge arenecessary for safe mountaineering and glacier travel.If you plan to take part in climbing or mountaineer-ing activities you may wish to discuss your plans witha Park Warden in Jasper. A number of excellent guide-books are available for reference at information cen-tres or Friends of Jasper National Park retail outlets.Since climbing and mountaineering activities involvesome risk or hazard, a voluntary safety registrationis recommended.
Mountaineering parties can apply to bivouac in non-vegetated areas. Special restrictions may apply. TheAlpine Club of Canada operates four mountaineer-ing huts in Jasper National Park. To find out more,see the Backcountry Lodges and Alpine Huts section.
FishingFishing is permitted in most backcountry lakes. ANational Park Fishing Permit is mandatory. Fish-ing permits can be purchased at the park informa-tion centres and at several Jasper retail outlets thatsell angling supplies. Be sure to obtain a copy of thecurrent Fishing Regulations Summary with your per-mit. It covers opening seasons, bait and tackle re-strictions and catch and possession limits. Seasonalclosures may be in effect on some lakes.
Backcountry WardensNational Park Wardens conduct backcountry patrolsthroughout the year. They are there to assist you incase of emergency, provide information, and ensurethat the park’s natural and cultural resources areprotected. Any Park Warden you encounter in thebackcountry will ask to see your Wilderness Pass.Since their duties require them to patrol large areas,you should not count on being able to find a War-den in case of emergency. Prepare to be self-reliant.
Managing Our UseHumans have an impact in all areas of the park. Thebackcountry is especially vulnerable to our use. Veg-etation is fragile, especially at higher elevations, andwildlife are not as habituated to people. Park man-agement regulations are in place to minimize our im-pact. They include quota restrictions on trails andcampsites, a limit on group size, a permit system andrestrictions on special use. You can support this pro-gram by respecting the regulations and using lowimpact techniques on backcountry trips (see the sec-tion Please, Leave No Trace!)
Parks Canada continues to evaluate and implementhuman use management in Jasper National Park forthe benefit of the park’s wilderness and its visitors.
Please, Leave No Trace!GarbagePlease–Pack it in and pack it out! You are responsiblefor everything you take into the backcountry and thisincludes garbage. Litter in the backcountry is bothunsightly and hazardous. A piece of broken glass orfoil could magnify the sun’s rays enough to start a for-est fire. Animals may be injured by scavenging in gar-bage left lying around. Do not dispose of garbage inpit toilets—it may attract animals.
Shortcutting trailsShortcutting between trail switchbacks damages boththe soil and plant life. This not only ruins the look ofan area, but makes it susceptible to further damage byerosion.
Collecting Natural or Cultural ObjectsRocks, fossils, horns, antlers, wildflowers, nests andall other natural or historical objects in a national parkare protected by law. Leave them as you found themfor others to enjoy. Ignoring this regulation can leadto prosecution.
CampingPlease camp only at the campsites indicated on yourWilderness Pass and use the tent pads (where pro-vided). Check with park staff for special restrictions inwildland areas.
WashingWash well away from any lakes, streams or rivers andkeep the use of soap to a minimum. Even biodegrad-able soaps are pollutants. Strain out those last bits offood waste and pack them out. Disperse grey wateron land, a good distance from water sources and camp-sites.
PetsPets may provoke confrontations with wildlife and af-fect your safety. Dogs must be kept on a leash while ina national park. They may be happier if left at home.
CampfiresCampfires are a luxury in the mountains and are notpermitted in all areas (see map on reverse). If youchoose to have a fire, use the metal fireboxes provided,keep your fire small and use only deadfall. Tend yourfire at all times and extinguish it completely before youmove on. Gas stoves are cleaner and more efficient forcooking. We recommend you use one. Please check withstaff for information on the campfire policy in winter.
Food StorageTo reduce your campsite’s attractiveness to bears, allfood, garbage, toiletries and cooking equipment mustbe suspended from the food storage cables providedat designated campsites. In random camping areas, findtwo tall/sturdy trees and hang your food at least fourmetres above the ground and two metres from eachtree trunk (bring two 20 m lengths of rope along withyou). Please remember that food left behind in vehi-cles at trailheads may encourage damage by bears.
Human WasteUse the pit toilets provided if possible. When there areno facilities nearby, select a spot away from trails, camp-sites and at least 50 m from water sources. Dig a hole12 to 16 cm with a stick, the heel of your boot or a smalltrowel. You want to reach the dark-coloured, biologi-cally active soil layer. Fill the hole with soil afterward;do not pack it down. Use as little toilet paper as possi-ble and burn it if the fire hazard is not extreme. (Somepeople pack out their used toilet paper).
For more information on low impact travel in thebackcountry contact: Leave No Trace, P.O. Box 997,Boulder, CO, U.S.A. 80305. Ph (303) 442-8222www.Int.org
A Fellow TravellerHikers travel park trails that often look emptyand unused. Not so. Wildlife use the trails forthe very same reason we do—to get from onearea to another.
Take a close look at this photograph. It wastaken by remote camera along one of the park’sbackcountry trails. The cougar triggered theshot when it stepped into an infrared beam.
The park is monitoring the movement of largemammals like this cougar as part of a Move-ment Corridor Study. We are trying to answerquestions like “How do large carnivores travelthrough some areas of the park? Are certaintrails more important than others? How doeshuman use affect wildlife use?”
ON THE TRAIL
Information SourcesMain ContactParks Canada Trail OfficeJasper Townsite Information CentreWilderness Pass, safety registrations (in persononly), trail reservations/information.500 Connaught Dr.P.O. Box 10, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0Ph (780) 852-6177; Fax (780) 852-6152e-mail: [email protected]: parkscanada.pch.gc.ca/jasper
Additional ContactsParks Canada Information, Icefield Centre(May 1 to October 15)Wilderness Pass, safety registrations (in persononly), trail information.103 km south of Jasper on the Icefields ParkwayPh (780) 852-6288; Fax (780) 852-6287e-mail: [email protected]
Parks Canada–Calgary Service CentreInformation on all four mountain national parksand others in the region.Rm. 520, 220-4 Avenue S.E., P.O. Box 2989, Stn. M,Calgary, AB T2G 4X3 Ph (403) 292-4401e-mail: [email protected]: parkscanada.pch.gc.ca
Friends of Jasper National ParkRetail outlets at both Parks Canada informationcentres. P.O. Box 992, Jasper, AB T0E 1E0Ph (780) 852-4767; Fax (780) 852-4799e-mail: [email protected]: visit-jasper.com/friendsofjasper.html
Playing it safeAll outdoor activities involve some degree of risk. Rap-idly changing weather, steep, rugged or unfamiliarterrain, avalanches (at any time of year), cold, swift-flowing streams, canyons, rapids and waterfalls, gla-cial crevasses, falling rocks and wild animals are allbackcountry hazards visitors may encounter. Cautionand self-reliance are essential. You or your trip leadershould have a knowledge of natural hazards, experi-ence in avoiding them and a plan to deal with themsuccessfully when required.
WaterGiardia lamblia is a parasite carried by humans andsome domestic and wild animals. These parasites canbe in any surface water and may contaminate the wa-ter supply. Boiling water will destroy the organism.Special filters and iodine tablets can also be used topurify water.
WildlifeNever forget that park animals are wild and can bedangerous. Any animal can become aggressive if itfeels threatened, so keep your distance—30 metresfrom most animals, and at least 100 metres from bears.
BearsBoth black and grizzly bears are of special concern tobackcountry travellers. You can significantly reducethe risk of bear encounters by following the guide-lines on food storage and garbage provided in thePlease, Leave No Trace section of this brochure and thepark wildlife safety publication Keep the Wild in Wild-life!, available at park campgrounds and informationcentres.
Remember—YOU are responsiblefor your own safety.
Columbia Icefield
Hooker Icefield
RobsonGlaciers
CalumetGlaciers
ResthavenIcefield
ChownGlacier
Clemenceau Icefield
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CAMPGROUNDS Horse Camps
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MALIGNE PASS - 48 km. Elevation gain 700 m. Maximum elevation 2240 m. Trailheads are at Maligne Lake (50 km from Jasper townsite) and at km 72 on the Icefields Parkway (Highway 93). The trail tends to remain wet throughout the season but all major crossings are bridged. The pass area is a lovely alpine meadow, but the remainder of the trail lies in heavy timber. Some horse use. Note: Rugged and isolated. Maps: Sunwapta Peak 83C/6, Southesk Falls 83C/11, Athabasca Falls 83C/12.
SKYLINE - 45 km. Elevation gain 1380 m. Maximum elevation 2490 m. Trailheads are at Maligne Lake (50 km from Jasper townsite) and just before Maligne Canyon (about 8 km from Jasper on the Maligne Road). Snow in higher areas may remain until mid-July. While the route passes through some wet and boggy areas, its entire length is very scenic. Since most of the trail is above treeline, firewood is unavailable and use of a stove is mandatory. Note: No open fires. Maps: Medicine Lake 83C/13, Athabasca Falls 83C/12.
TONQUIN VALLEY - 42 km. Elevation gain 700 m. Maximum elevation 2210 m. Trailheads are at km 12.7 on the Cavell Rd and at km 6.3 on the Marmot Basin Rd. This is a beautiful alpine region although in rainy seasons the trail gets muddy. There are several good day hikes in this area. Seasonal fishing is permitted in Amethyst and Moat Lakes. Regular horse use during July and August can make trails difficult for hikers. Note: No open fires. Use of a stove is mandatory. Maps: Amethyst Lakes 83D/9, Jasper 83D/16.
FRYATT VALLEY - 20 km one way. Elevation gain 760 m. Maximum elevation 1980 m. Access to the trailhead is via Highway 93A and the Geraldine fire road just north of Athabasca Falls. The trailhead is approximately 2 km up the fire road. The first 10 km are very flat with the majority of the elevation gain occurring after the lower Fryatt campsite. Additional camping is available at Brussels and Headwall camp-grounds or visitors can book the Fryatt Alpine Club hut in advance. Note: Biking allowed to 36 Map: Athabasca Falls 83C/12.
FOUR-DAY HIKES (distance 50-80 km)
FIDDLE RIVER - 25 km one way. Elevation gain 1025 m. Maximum elevation 2120 m. The trail begins behind the old pool building at Miette Hotsprings (60 km from the townsite). It is relatively primitive and has few bridged crossings. Some short sections of trail may be very muddy. Beyond scenic Whitehorse Pass a well-defined trail continues down to a provin-cial campground near Cadomin. Map: Miette 83F/4.
POBOKTAN-BRAZEAU-NIGEL - 80 km. Elevation gain 750 m. Maximum elevation 1950 m. Trailheads are 72 km and 112 km south of Jasper townsite on the Icefields Parkway. The trail passes through extensive alpine meadows and three passes. Seasonal fishing in Brazeau Lake. Snow levels may hinder travel until mid-July. Some horse traffic. Maps: Sunwapta Peak 83C/6, Columbia Icefield 83C/3.
JONAS PASS - 53 km. Elevation gain 555 m. Maximum elevation 2470 m. Trailheads are the same as for Poboktan-Nigel-Brazeau. This is an impressive hike with over 13 km of travel above treeline. Good views and prime habitat for park wildlife including hoary marmot and mountain caribou. Note: No camping is allowed in Jonas Pass. Campsites are located at the beginning and end of the 20 km pass section. Horse use prohibited. Maps: Sunwapta Peak 83C/6, Columbia Icefield 83C/3.
SEVEN-DAY HIKES (distance approx. 100 km)
ATHABASCA PASS - 51 km one way. Eleva-tion gain 560 m. Maximum elevation 1800 m. Access to the trailhead is via Highway 93A south, then follow Moab Lake fire road for 6.4 km. The trail follows the Whirlpool River valley, the traditional route of early fur traders crossing the Rocky Mountains. Large gravel flats and glaciers dominate the scenery in sections. All major crossings are bridged as you climb toward Athabasca Pass National Historic Site. Some horse traffic. Maps: Athabasca Falls 83C/12, Amethyst Lakes 83D/9, Athabasca Pass 83D/8.
TEN-DAY HIKES (distance less than 200 km)
These are lengthy wilderness hikes that require careful planning and extensive preparation.
NORTH BOUNDARY - 192 km. Elevation gain 1055 m. Maximum elevation 2019 m. Trailheads are located at the Celestine Lake parking lot (limited access), 53 km from Jasper townsite; Rock Lake off Hwy 40 to Grande Cache and at Mount Robson, 88 km west on Highway 16. The trail is rugged in places although all major river crossings are bridged. A variety of side trips are possible. Some horse traffic. Note: Very remote. Maps: Snaring 83E/1, Rock Lake 83E/8, Blue Creek 83E/7, Twintree Lake 83E/6, Mt. Robson 83E/3.
SOUTH BOUNDARY - 176 km. Elevation gain 790 m. Maximum elevation 2255 m. Trailheads are at Medicine Lake (28 km from townsite) on the Maligne Rd and at Camp Parker (112 km from townsite) on the Icefields Parkway. The trail is marked and most major crossings are bridged. A few side trips are possible. Note: Overlaps popular Jonas Pass trail. Check on campsite availability. Maps: Columbia Icefield 83C/3, Sunwapta Peak 83C/6, Job Creek 83C/7, George Creek 83C/10, Southesk 83C/11, Mountain Park 83C/14, Medicine Lake 83C/13.
LOOKING FOR TRIP IDEAS?The following trail descriptions briefly outline the park’s main hikes. For detailed information and further trip planning there are several excellent guidebooks available, including The Canadian Rockies Trail Guide by Brian Patton and Bart Robinson, Graeme Pole’s Classic Hikes in the Canadian Rockies and Jasper-Robson: A Taste of Heaven by Don Beers. Information centre staff are also pleased to offer advice on trip selection.
Interested in hiking for just a few hours? Day hiking opportunities are highlighted in the Day Hiker’s Guide to Jasper National Park.�
TWO-DAY HIKES (distance less than 34 km)
SATURDAY NIGHT LAKE LOOP - 27.4 km. Elevation gain 540 m. Maximum elevation 1700 m. A good novice trail on a plateau, beginning and ending in the Jasper townsite. The route is all below timberline making it a good selection for the novice or early season hiker. Campsites are at Saturday Night Lake, High Lakes and Minnow Lake. Note: Seasonal fishing in all lakes except Cabin Lake. Map: Jasper 83D/16.
JACQUES LAKE - 12 km one way. Elevation gain 90 m. Maximum elevation 1555 m. A good choice for novice hikers. The trailhead is at the south end of Medicine Lake, 28 km from Jasper townsite. An easy hike, the trail begins with a walk along a fire road for 1.6 km to Beaver Lake. The remaining 10.4 km follow a well-defined trail to the campsite at the far end of Jacques Lake. Camping is not permitted at Beaver Lake. Note: Catch and release fishing only at Jacques Lake. Map: Medicine Lake 83C/13.
GERALDINE LAKES - 6 km one way. Elevation gain 400 m. Maximum elevation 1875 m. Access to the trailhead is from the Geraldine fire road, just north of Athabasca Falls on Highway 93A. The parking area is 6 km up the fire road. The first 2 km of this trail are deceptively easy, travelling along a well-defined path to the first of the Geraldine Lakes. Beyond this point, however, the work (and rewards) begin. The trail climbs steeply along a waterfall, across a large boulder field and skirts the edge of a tarn (small glacial lake). It continues along an even steeper pitch to a viewpoint. You’ll reach the only campsite at the far end of the second lake. Good hiking boots and endurance are absolute require-ments for this trip. Note: Routefinding can be tricky; not recommended for beginners. Use of a stove is mandatory. No open fires. Map: Athabasca Falls 83C/12.
WATCHTOWER BASIN - 9.8 km one way. Elevation gain 985 m. Maximum elevation 2375 m. Trailhead about 18 km from Jasper townsite on Maligne Road. A relatively steep climb leads to an alpine meadow. Hikers must ford the main creek to reach the campsite. Access to the Skyline trail is 3.5 km beyond the campsite. Note: Route finding is tricky between campsite and Skyline trail.Map: Medicine Lake 83C/14.
THREE-DAY HIKES (distance 34-50 km)
FORTRESS LAKE - 24.2 km. Elevation gain nil. Maximum elevation 1400 m. Trailhead is at Sunwapta Falls, about 55 km south of the townsite on the Icefields Parkway (Highway 93). The trail travels along the valley bottom to a bridged crossing of the Athabasca River. Note: Fording of the Chaba River is necessary and can be dangerous (or impossible) especially when the river is high. Maps: Athabasca Falls 83C/12, Fortress Lake 83C/5.
THIS IS NOT A TOPOGRAPHIC MAP. IT IS NOT SUITABLE FOR ROUTE FINDING.
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Hikers often share trails and campsites with horse parties and/or mountain bicyclists in certain parts of the park. Respect for others can go a long way toward reducing conflicts. Move off the trail to allow horse parties to pass, and avoid sudden movements. Cyclists must dismount and walk their bicycles when they encounter horses or hikers.
Sharing the Trail
FIDDLE RIVER TRAIL
FORTRESS LAKE TRAIL34. Big Bend35. Athabasca Crossing
FRYATT VALLEY TRAIL36. Lower Fryatt 37. Brussels 38. Headwall
GERALDINE LAKES TRAIL39. Second Geraldine
JACQUES LAKE TRAIL 40. Jacques Lake
SATURDAY NIGHT LAKE LOOP 41. Saturday Night Lake 42. High Lake43. Minnow Lake
TONQUIN VALLEY TRAIL44. Astoria 45. Switchback46. Clitheroe 47. Surprise Point 48. Amethyst49. Maccarib50. Portal
FORTRESS LAKE TRAIL34. Big Bend35. Athabasca Crossing
FRYATT VALLEY TRAIL36. Lower Fryatt 37. Brussels 38. Headwall
GERALDINE LAKES TRAIL39. Second Geraldine
JACQUES LAKE TRAIL 40. Jacques Lake
SATURDAY NIGHT LAKE LOOP 41. Saturday Night Lake 42. High Lake43. Minnow Lake
TONQUIN VALLEY TRAIL44. Astoria 45. Switchback46. Clitheroe 47. Surprise Point 48. Amethyst49. Maccarib-horse/hiker50. Portal
SOUTH BOUNDARY TRAIL89. Grizzl y90. Climax Creek91. Roc ky Forks-hiker 92.Roc ky Forks-horse93. Medicine Tent-hiker 94. Medicine Tent-horse 95. La Grace-hor se/hiker 96. Cairn P ass-horse/hiker 97. Cairn River 98. Southesk99. Isaac Creek-hor se/hiker100. Arête
WILDLAND AREAS
MOOSEHORN WILDLAND 101. Lower Moosehorn-horse/hiker 102. Ronde Creek 103. Moosehorn-horse/hiker 104. Wolf Pass
SOUTHESK WILDLAND 113. Dean Pass-horse 114. Southesk lake-horse/hiker 115. Burnt Timber-horse 116. Henry Mcleod
JACQUES WILDLAND117. Cinquefoil118. Emir 119. Nashan Creek120. Dromore
PRIMITIVE AREAS
ATHABASCA PASS TRAIL51. Whirlpool 52. Tie Camp 53. Simon Creek 54. Middle Forks 55. Scott Camp56. Kane Meadows
NORTH BOUNDARY TRAIL57. Celestine Lake58. Shalebanks 59. Seldom Inn-hiker 60. Seldom Inn-horse 61. Horseshoe 62. Willow Creek-hiker 63. Willow Creek-horse 64. Welbourne-hiker 65.W elbourne-horse 66. Blue Creek-hiker 67.Blue Creek-hor se 68. Three Slides 69. Oatmeal-horse/hiker70. Byng 71. Twintree-horse/hiker 72. Donaldson Creek 73. Chown Creek-horse74. Chown Creek-hiker75. Timothy Slides-horse 76. Wolverine 77. Adolphus-hiker 78.Adolphus-hor se
NORTH BOUNDARY SIDE TRAILS79. Rock Creek 80. Little Heaven-horse 81. Little Heaven-hiker82. Spruce Tree 83. Glacier Pass 84. Upper Blue Creek 85. Ancient Wall-horse 86. Topaz87. Natural Arch 88. Caribou Inn
BRAZEAU TRAIL SYSTEM5. Boulder Creek6. Four P oint7. Cline-hor se8. South Wolverine9. Braz eau River-hiker10. Brazeau-Meadows-horse 11. Brazeau Lake-hiker12.John John Creek 13. Jonas Cutoff 14. McCready Horse Camp15. Waterfalls16. Poboktan Creek
MALIGNE PASS TRAIL17. Avalanche 18. Mary Vaux 19. Old Horse 20. Schaffer Camp 21.T rapper Creek-horse 22. Trapper Creek-hiker
SKYLINE TRAIL23. Evelyn Creek 24. Little Shovel 25. Snowbowl26. Curator 27. Tekarra 28. Signal29. Watchtower
SOUTH BOUNDARY TRAIL89. Grizzl y-horse/hiker90. Climax Creek-hor se/hiker91. Roc ky Forks 92.Roc ky Forks-horse93. Medicine Tent 94. Medicine Tent-horse 95. La Grace96. Cairn P ass-horse/hiker 97. Cairn River 98. Southesk99. Isaac Creek-hor se/hiker100. Arête
Wildland Areas
MOOSEHORN WILDLAND 101. Lower Moosehorn-horse/hiker 102. Ronde Creek 103. Moosehorn-horse/hiker 104. Wolf Pass
SOUTHESK WILDLAND 113. Dean Pass-horse 114. Southesk Lake-horse/hiker 115. Burnt Timber-horse/hiker 116. Henry Mcleod
JACQUES WILDLAND117. Cinquefoil118. Emir 119. Nashan Creek120. Dromore
Primitive Areas
ATHABASCA PASS TRAIL51. Whirlpool 52. Tie Camp 53. Simon Creek 54. Middle Forks-horse/hiker 55. Scott Camp-horse/hiker56. Kane Meadows-horse/hiker
NORTH BOUNDARY TRAIL57. Celestine Lake58. Shalebanks 59. Seldom Inn 60. Seldom Inn-horse 61. Horseshoe 62. Willow Creek 63. Willow Creek-horse 64. Welbourne 65.W elbourne-horse 66. Blue Creek 67.Blue Creek-hor se 68. Three Slides 69. Oatmeal-horse/hiker70. Byng 71. Twintree-horse/hiker 72. Donaldson Creek 73. Chown Creek-horse74. Chown Creek75. Timothy Slides-horse 76. Wolverine 77. Adolphus 78.Adolphus-hor se
NORTH BOUNDARY SIDE TRAILS79. Rock Creek 80. Little Heaven-horse 81. Little Heaven82. Spruce Tree-horse 83. Glacier Pass 84. Upper Blue Creek 85. Ancient Wall-horse 86. Topaz87. Natural Arch-horse 88. Caribou Inn
B A C K C O U N T R Y T R A I L S A N D C A M P S I T E SSemi-primitive Areas
BRAZEAU TRAIL SYSTEM5. Boulder Creek6. Four P oint7. Cline-hor se8. South Wolverine9. Braz eau River10. Brazeau-Meadows-horse 11. Brazeau Lake12. John John Creek 13. Jonas Cutoff 14. McCready Horse Camp15. Waterfalls16. Poboktan Creek
MALIGNE PASS TRAIL17. Avalanche 18. Mary Vaux 19. Old Horse 20. Schäffer Camp 21.Trapper Creek-horse 22. Trapper Creek
SKYLINE TRAIL23. Evelyn Creek 24. Little Shovel 25. Snowbowl26. Curator 27. Tekarra 28. Signal29. Watchtower
Unless otherwise indicated, sites are for hikers only.
