Athabasca Falls

The headwater comes from the Columbia Icefield about 70 kilometers south. Among the most powerful and breathtaking falls in the Rocky Mountains, The Athabasca River thunders through a narrow gorge where the walls have been smoothed and potholes are created by the sheer force of the rushing water carrying sand and rock. Parking and restroom facilities. paved trail and picnic sites available.

In the winter there are track-set cross-country skiing trail nearby. In the summer this is also a starting point for whitewater rafting which takes you down some scenic sights only accessible by water craft.

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Athabasca Falls - Point of Interest - Explore Jasper
Athabasca Falls - Point of Interest - Explore Jasper

Location Access


Access: Highway 93 (Ice Field Parkway) South of Jasper approximately 30 kilometers.

Parking: Yes

Trailhead: Short walk

Activities: Sightseeing, Attraction

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