Improvement District No. 12, Alberta
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Top Photography Spots in and near Improvement District No. 12
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Jasper, Alberta
Hike along the Athabasca Glacier
4.73 mi / 700 ft gainThis is not an advertisement for the guided tour, but you will see so much more of the glacier than if you do a bus tour or just visit the roped off visitor area. Do you research and you can find a company that will take you up onto the glacier safely. It was amazing looking into the crevasses an...Read more -
Improvement District No. 9, Alberta
Hike to the Summit of Parker Ridge
5.05.5 mi / 1000 ft gainWhile the drive from Banff to Jasper on the Icefields Parkway is astoundingly beautiful, it's long enough to make even the most seasoned roadwarrior crave the chance to stretch their legs. At almost the exact halfway point on the lengthy drive lies Parker Ridge, a short but fairly steep hike rig...Read more -
Improvement District No. 9, Alberta
Photograph Upper Panther Falls
0.3 mi / 0 ft gainThe extraordinary Panther Falls can be found along the Columbia Icefields Parkway in Banff National Park, Alberta. This 0.3 mile long trail requires a little scrambling and extreme caution. It leads to a breathtaking view of the falls from the top where Nigel Creek descends out from a rock canyon...Read more -
Jasper, Alberta
Explore Beauty Creek in Winter
3.7 miHiking up Beauty Creek to Stanley Falls is a must do summer activity for all those who love waterfalls. In the winter, this canyon gets transformed into a magical winter wonderland full of interesting ice formations. The creek and falls freeze over, but open holes of flowing water are easily foun...Read more -
Saskatchewan River Crossing, Alberta
Backpack to Michelle Lakes
5.011.2 mi / 7545.9 ft gainTrailhead Owen Creek located by the East Banff National Park Boundary on the David Thompson Highway (#11). There is no sign for Owen Creek so keep you eyes open for a pullout approximately 2kms east of the Banff National Park toll gate. You will find the trail to the right of the creek when facin...Read more -
Jasper, Alberta
Sunwapta Falls
4.61.91 mi / 0 ft gainLocated in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Sunwapta is a short drive along the Icefields Parkway to the Rocky Mountain Lodge. You can park at the lodge and take a short walk out to the falls or if there's room, park at the parking area located next to the falls. This stunning waterfall lunges abou...Read more -
Clearwater County, Alberta
Backpack the Vision Quest Trail
4.24.16 mi / 2818 ft gainThis short, but steep hike includes a moderate scrambling section, leading to an open spine that becomes increasingly difficult. The views of Abraham Lake are well worth the uphill grind, however, and this makes for a great half-day or beautiful backcountry overnight trip. About one third of the...Read more -
Clearwater County, Alberta
Night Photography at Windy Point
4.0On the side of Highway 11 (The David Thompson Highway) approximately 36km southwest of Nordegg, windy point area offers the perfect view for taking pictures at night. There's a good chance you'll be one of the only people out there with the same idea. Right next to Abraham lake and surrounded b...Read more -
Clearwater County, Alberta
Hiking Mt. Ernest Ross
3.0Clearly visible from the highway, the Twin Peaks of Ernest Ross get their namesake from the man who first drove a 1930 Ford Roadster between Rocky Mountain House and Saskatchewan River Crossing.After a 5 minute walk along the north bank of Bridge Creek, the hike begins to pick up elevation. A str...Read more -
Clearwater County, Alberta
Hike to Allstones Lake
4.53.1 mi / 2165.4 ft gain194km West of Rocky Mountain House, the trail head is marked by a small brown sign, with parking available across the highway on Abraham Lake. Very easy to follow the trail, no scramble sections but definitely a steady incline. Near the lake there will be a fork in the trail, head left to hike d...Read more -
Clearwater County, Alberta
Photograph Abraham Lake in the Winter
Abraham Lake is one of the Canadian Rockies most incredible winter photography locations. The 32 km long reservoir is full of numerous opportunities for exploring and photographing frozen ice, flowing rivers, and the surrounding dramatic peaks. Due to it's general North/South alignment, it's also...Read more -
Clearwater County, Alberta
Ice climb Two O'Clock Falls
Park at the "Siffleur Falls Trail Staging Area" parking lot on the east side of the highway. From there you will need to carefully cross the highway to the West side. The waterfall is visible from the highway. There is a gated road that you will walk up. The land on the West side of the highway ...Read more -
Clearwater County, Alberta
Explore Crescent Falls
4.03.9 mi / 260 ft gainCrescent Falls may not be as well-known as some of the other attractions found in Alberta, but this waterfall is easily one of the most impressive. Crescent Falls is very easily accessible and can be found off Hwy 11, the David Thompson Highway. From the parking lot, you’ll find a well-marked tra...Read more -
Jasper, Alberta
Hike the Moose Lake Loop
3.01.9 mi / 196.9 ft gainHike a beautiful, and very well used trail to the gorgeous Moose Lake, where Moose visit quite a bit, hence the name 'Moose Lake.' (Biking the Loop is not allowed.) The trail itself is about a 2.7 kilometer loop, and is accessed through driving to Maligne lake. To access the trail head, "pass by ...Read more -
Improvement District No. 12, Alberta
Photograph Spirit Island and Maligne Lake
5.0Spirit Island in Maligne Lake, is only accessible via canoe, kayak, or boat tour. As it's a 14km paddle to the island with sometimes strong winds, most people opt for the boat tour. If you are an experienced paddler, you can get rent a canoe from here. There is a campsite as well here, if you are...Read more -
Improvement District No. 12, Alberta
Camp at Maligne Lake
4.0Maligne Lake is one of those crystal clear unforgettable places Canada has to offer. It is the largest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies. Located in Jasper National Park, Maligne lake offers great fishing, kayaking, canoeing and boat tours.Spend the day around Maligne Lodge or camp at one of t...Read more