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

    Top Backpacking Spots in and near Jasper

    • Jasper, Alberta

      Hike the Saturday Night Loop

      4.0
      16.54 mi / 2326 ft gain
      The trail is split up into three types of terrain: one-third uphill, one-third rugged, and one-third downhill. Begin at Cabin Creek Rd parking lot and follow Trailhead #3. If you plan on mountain biking the trail, most people do it in a day. If you happen to want to take longer or are hiking it,...
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    • Jasper, Alberta

      Backpack the Tonquin Valley

      5.0
      43.5 mi / 1640.4 ft gain
      The Tonquin Valley is well known for its strong grizzly bear population. If you plan on tackling this hike check bear warnings prior to leaving and always keep a can of bear spray easily accessible.It also is recommended that hikers wait till late summer or early autumn to complete this hike. Ear...
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    • Jasper, Alberta

      Cross-Country Ski to HI-Mount Cavell Hostel

      14.4 mi / 1000 ft gain
      The trek is 11.6km one way to HI-Mount Cavell Hostel and can be done on classic or skate skis. Be ready for a workout as this breathtaking ski (in more ways than one) has an elevation gain of 1,000ft. Make sure you've done your homework on current avalanche conditions and have the proper gear pac...
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    • Improvement District No. 12, Alberta

      Backpack the Watchtower Basin

      26.74 mi / 5135 ft gain
      The beginning of the trailhead descends down to the Maligne river where hikers have to rock hop due to the bridge being washed away in 2012. Soon after the river the elevation steadily climbs through dense forest. After about 20 minutes the forest opens into the charred aftermath of the Excelsior...
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    • Improvement District No. 12, Alberta

      Snowshoe to Jaques Lake Campground

      16.2 mi / 147.6 ft gain
      The Jacques Lake trail is one of the best winter trails in Jasper National Park and allows for various activities including snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and camping. The trip to Jacques lake is 13km one-way through a narrow mountain valley and can be quite a strenuous, but rewarding hike in...
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    • Jasper, Alberta

      Hike to Geraldine Lakes

      7.7 mi / 1340 ft gain
      Geraldine Lakes is one of the more physically demanding half-day/day trails in Jasper National Park. However, this hike rewards you with everything that makes the Canadian Rockies wonderful, with views of pristine lakes, cascading waterfalls, and mountain vistas.The first 1.8km to Lower Geraldine...
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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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    • Jasper, Alberta

      Snowshoe to Big Bend Campground

      10.9 mi
      The Big Bend Trail is the first part of the greater Fortress Lake trail system. Situated in Jasper National Park, Canada, this hike is extremely quiet during the winter, so if you're looking for seclusion, this winter trail is for you. The trail is transformed into a wonderland during the winter ...
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    • Mount Robson, British Columbia

      Backpack to Berg Lake

      4.7
      26.6 mi / 3734 ft gain
      Mount Robson Provincial Park is vast and surrounded by the Canadian Rockies with an area of 2,249 km². If you want to experience the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies you've gotta check out Mount Robson. From the parking lot to Berg Lake is 21 km, with 790m of elevation gain. You will fir...
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    • Mount Robson, British Columbia

      Backpack to Robson Pass

      5.0
      24.01 mi / 3766 ft gain
      This trail is one of the most popular in all of Canada, and so reservations must be made to stay at campgrounds quite a way in advance. Find more information here http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcpar... Make sure to check out this map for trail and campsite information, an elevation profile, and good ...
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    • Fraser-Fort George H, British Columbia

      Hike to Snowbird Pass, Mount Robson Provincial Park

      14 mi / 2300 ft gain
      This epic day hike to Reef Icefield can be done if you are staying at the Berg Lake Campground. Berg Lake is accessible from the Berg Lake Trailhead just off of Canada Highway 16. Permits to stay at Berg Lake can be purchased at the Visitor Centre near the trailhead.Snowbird Pass is located 7 mil...
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    • Fraser-Fort George H, British Columbia

      Backpack the Berg Lake Trail

      5.0
      26.1 mi / 2500 ft gain
      This hike starts at Mount Robson visitor centre and has 8 campsites along the hike. Be sure to stop by the visitor center for up-to-date details. We stayed at campsites located at Kinney Lake 7km in, then whitehorn 11 km in, and then Berg lake 21km in. Kinney lake is a light blue coloured lake, n...
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