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Forefield Trail to Athabasca Glacier

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Forefield Trail to Athabasca Glacier

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4.6

(41)

355

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Forefield Trail to Athabasca Glacier

01:08

3.72km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 27, 2026

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Jasper National Park

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Start point

Parking

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318 m

Forefield Trail to Athabasca Glacier

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This trail starts close to the Icefields Parkway and offers a bit of a longer hike compared to the short loop trail from the parking area near Sunwapta Lake. The extra effort is worth it as you'll have great views of the mountains and Columbia Icefields the entire way.

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1.18 km

Athabasca Glacier Loop Trail

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Interesting facts about the glacier. Unfortunately, you don't get very close.

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1.95 km

Athabasca Glacier

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A beautiful and as shown here free view of the Athabasca Galcier.
TIP: Put on the warm clothes here! ;-)

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3.72 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.30 km

1.41 km

Surfaces

2.00 km

1.41 km

253 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,990 m)

Lowest point (1,930 m)

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