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1,804 ft
Distance
13 ft
Climb
-62 ft
Descent
00:11:56
Avg time
-49 ft
Altitude change
3,823 ft
Altitude min
3,872 ft
Altitude max
3,872 ft
Altitude start
3,822 ft
Altitude end
-2.7%
Grade
-12.5%
Grade max
8.7%
Grade min
354 ft
Distance climb
1,368 ft
Distance down
82 ft
Distance flat
00:11:56
Avg time
Athabasca Falls Details
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Riding AreaJasper National Park
Jasper, Alberta -
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Local Popularity100 in Hiking [+]
- 75 in Trail Running
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypePaved Path
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular In Reverse
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Physical RatingEasy
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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Land OwnerParks Canada
Stunning views of the impressive Athabasca Falls can be found at the various look-out points along this short trail.
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Stay on designated trails and behind railings, the rock beyond is slippery and dangerous.
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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(52.665560, -117.882740)
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Nearby Trails
- Athabasca River Snowshoe Loop 650 ft
- Athabasca Falls Loop 876 ft
- Geraldine Fire Road 2,283 ft
- Evelyn Peak Route 2 miles
- Fryatt Valley (lower Fryatt) 2 miles
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Frequently Asked Questions About Athabasca Falls
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Where is Athabasca Falls located?
Athabasca Falls is located in Jasper National Park, Jasper, Alberta, Canada. It is part of the Jasper National Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 52.66556, -117.88274.
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How hard is Athabasca Falls?
Athabasca Falls is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 2.7%.
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What is the elevation gain for Athabasca Falls?
Athabasca Falls has 13 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 62 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,823 ft to 3,872 ft.
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Is Athabasca Falls a point to point trail?
Athabasca Falls is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is paved path.
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