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Jasper National Park, Alberta

Looking for the best hiking in Jasper National Park? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Jasper National Park. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top Hiking Spots in and near Jasper National Park

  • Improvement District No. 12, Alberta

    Hike to Bald Hills

    4.0
    Bald Hills is a destination that exudes what Jasper is all about. With views of Maligne Lake, the Queen Elizabeth Ranges, glaciers, forest and alpine meadowlands, it is a feast for the eyes.An early start is advisable to beat the heat and the tourist during the busy summer season. Bring plenty of...
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  • Improvement District No. 12, Alberta

    Camp at Maligne Lake

    4.0
    Maligne 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...
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  • Improvement District No. 12, Alberta

    Backpack the Skyline Trail

    4.0
    28 mi
    This hike can be done from either end, but the most popular route is starting from south side (Malign Lake trailhead), and I would recommend starting it from this trailhead to avoid a long climb up the fire road at the other trailhead. If you don't have a car, you can take the Malign Shuttle from...
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  • Improvement District No. 12, Alberta

    Hike the Sulphur Skyline Trail

    4.7
    5 mi / 2296.6 ft gain
    Take Highway 16 to Pocahontas. Turn onto the Miette Hot Springs Road (Pocahontas). Drive to the Miette Hot Springs parking area.The trailhead is to the right and behind the hot springs building. Walk up the stairs to the hot springs and through the passenger drop off loop drive. Don't be confused...
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  • Pocahontas, Alberta

    Hike Roche Miette

    2.0
    8.1 mi / 4265.1 ft gain
    This mountain is one of those most prominent features as you enter Jasper National Park. Although it's North Face is sheer, this scramble leads you up the North East Col to the summit.  3.5km West of the Miette Hot Spring road there is a small parking lot with a gate. Park here and follow a fores...
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  • Jasper, Alberta

    Sunwapta Falls

    4.6
    1.91 mi / 0 ft gain
    Located 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...
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  • Yellowhead County, Alberta

    Cardinal Divide Ridge

    4.98 mi / 607 ft gain
    Whitehorse is located in the northern front ranges of the Rocky Mountains. It shares a portion of its west boundary with Jasper National Park and its east boundary with a coal mine. The majority of the park is located above tree line with extensive alpine meadows and subalpine slopes. The view o...
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  • Jasper, Alberta

    Explore Beauty Creek in Winter

    3.7 mi
    Hiking 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...
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