Lake for all seasons

A glacial fed lake about 8-10 kilometers from Jasper town site. Just off the Yellowhead Highway 16, along side Athabasca River. Cross the Moberly Bridge that takes you to either The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge or Maligne Lake take the left fork after the bridge and you will head south on the Maligne Lake road. Taking the first right hand turn and you will find the road to Lake Edith. It is a shallow lake and in my opinion, it is the warmest lake in Jasper to swim in.

There are private cabins surrounding the lake. The cottage community began in 1908 when writer Agnes Laut obtained permission to begin an artist/writer community at the lake. Parks Canada granted limited access leases to Agnes and some of her friends.

This lake freezes over in the winter and skating on wild ice is something to take in and experience. On the right conditions, cross-country skiing can be very good.

Lake Edith, still draws quite a bit of traffic from fishermen, swimmers, joggers, SUP, kayakers and sun-worshippers.  There is a public dock and beach, so you can enjoy this picturesque sight either float on the lake or just walking around.

By the way, No gas powered motors allowed! Remember you are in the National Park and to be Eco friendly is to enjoy the great outdoors here. Since this lake is very shallow with lots of sandbars, you can sometimes spot somebody pretending to be like Jesus walking on water in the middle of the lake. It is a great place to practice your Eskimo rolls, and no it is not some thing you bake. Kayaking is one of the major sports in Jasper and this is a great practicing place for beginners to advance alike. Adjacent to this lake is Lake Annette, one of the more popular day use areas with all the amenities, Bar-b-q grills, picnic tables, beach and outhouse!