Trail Condition Report
Jasper National Park of CanadaUpdated: Monday, April 16, 2012 |
| Here in the Canadian Rockies we’re seeing longer days but still lots of snow at elevation. In the valley we have a mix of snow, ice, slush, and puddles, depending on the time of day.We appreciate any trail reports.A wolf warning is still in place on the Pyramid Bench and adjacent areas. Please report all wolf sightings to Jasper Dispatch at 780-852-6155. Check the avalanche bulletin if you`re planning to travel in the backcountry. If you have trail experiences and conditions to share please email us or leave a message on 780-852-6177. For public safety or resource conservation reasons, Parks Canada may impose trail warnings, closures or restrictions. Check our important bulletins page to see the latest updates. Please report trail conditions to jnp.info@pc.gc.ca . Help us provide the best trail info! Email jnp.info@pc.gc.ca or post your latest trip news on the Jasper Trail Alliance Facebook Page. THERE WILL BE NO MORE TRACKSETTING AS OF MARCH 23RD. |
| Cross-Country SkiingWinter skiing tracksetting finished as of March 23. | ||
| Condition | Comments | |
Whistlers Campground – Skating lane & classic trackset Mar 22 – Wolf Warning |
. | Late season conditions |
Whirlpool/Moab Lake Trail – trackset Mar 8 |
. | Late season conditions |
Leach Lake Trail – Trackset Feb 28 skating lane only |
. | Late season conditions |
Geraldine Fire Road Tackset Feb 6 |
. | Late season conditions |
Wabasso Campground – Skating & classic lanes trackset Mar 7 |
. | Late season conditions |
Pyramid Fire Road – Trackset Mar 14 |
. | Late season conditions |
Pipeline Trail – Trackset Mar 15 |
. | Late season conditions |
Summit Lakes Trackset Mar 2 |
. | Late season conditions |
Edith Cavell Road trackset classic & skating Mar 14 |
. | Late season conditions |
Athabasca Falls Loop (no dogs) – Trackset Feb 6 |
. | Late season conditions |
| Hiking/Snowshoeing/Ungroomed Cross-country skiingWarmer spring weather is changing trail conditions daily. Cleats are recommended on most local walking trails. A wolf warning remains in place for Pyramid Bench and adjacent areas. Please refer to the link attached to specific trails and please report all wolf sightings to Jasper Dispatch at 780-852-6155. Use caution on stairs at Maligne Canyon and Old Fort Point as early season icy conditions persist. | ||
| Condition | Comments | |
Pyramid Trail – Wolf Warning |
Late season – variable conditions. | Combinations of compact snow, ice and mud. |
Mina Lakes-Riley Lake Loop – wolf warning |
. | Late season – variable conditions. |
Trail 2 – Wolf Warning |
. | Late season – variable conditions. |
Patricia Lake Circle – wolf warning |
Late season – variable conditions. | Combinations of compact snow, ice and mud. |
Maligne Canyon |
Late season – variable conditions. | Stairs and bridges in the canyon may be slippery. Proceed with caution. |
Signal Fire Road |
Late season – variable conditions. | Combinations of compact snow, ice and mud. |
Valley of the Five Lakes |
Late season – variable conditions. | Combinations of compact snow, ice and mud. |
Wabasso Lake |
Late season – variable conditions. | Combinations of compact snow, ice and mud. |
Bald Hills Lookout |
Late season – variable conditions. | Combinations of compact snow, ice and mud. |
| Backcountry TrailsWinter conditions and avalanche hazards persist at higher elevations throughout the park. Please consult the Canadian Avalanche Centre’s website at; XyX://www.avalanche.ca/ for currents and avalanche information. | ||
| Condition | Comments | |