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Mountain Biking Guide MOUNTAIN RIDES PLAN AHEAD AND PREPARE JASPER NATIONAL PARK MAJESTIC VIEWS AND MOUNTAIN FANTASIC SINGLETRACK Jasper has what might be the best trail system in Canada’s National Parks. Ask any BIKING GUIDE cyclist why they come back to Jasper, and you’ll likely hear that it’s because of the stunning vistas alongside the park’s well-connected trails. Jasper has something for everyone with a Photo: N. Gaboury N. Photo: Gaboury N. Photo: Langley D. Photo: wonderful mix of easy trails connecting many destination day use areas and a variety of While most of the trails described are fun, flowing, valley bottom trails, Jasper does have some Remember, you are responsible for technical single track for those looking for more your own safety. great climbing on old fire roads, for riders looking for physical challenges and eye-popping of a challenge. • Always wear a helmet and safety gear. Know your equipment. alpine scenery. • Get advice at a Parks Canada information centre, including trail conditions, descriptions and weather. 16a • Pack adequate water, food, gear, maps, first aid. Carry bear Whatever you’re looking for, Jasper’s trails are P7 (MAPS A and D) Palisades Lookout 100 spray and know how to use it. the perfect way to experience nature while at Distance: 11 km one way Elevation gain: 840 m P 12 Signal Mountain (MAP A ) Distance: 9.1 km one way Elevation gain: 925 m • Tell someone where you are going and when you are the same time avoiding crowds. This guide Hardy riders who persevere up the long, steep climb are expected back. rewarded with panoramic views of the Athabasca River Valley. Single speed bikers, beware! This sustained uphill requires • Do not travel alone. Make noise! provides a snapshot of Jasper’s mountain Bring extra water and use caution along the cliff edge. strength, stamina and a sense of give and take. What you Rules of the Trail give: a week’s worth of sweat. What you take away: alpine biking trails. Whether you have an hour, or the Most trails in Jasper are multi-use. Please share them with other day, there is something for everyone. 16 P 7 Pyramid Mountain (MAPS A and D) views of the valleys and peaks surrounding the Jasper users and follow these rules developed by the International Distance: 11.7 km one way Elevation gain: 770 m townsite. Watch for backpackers and bears on the speedy Mountain Bike Association. For those that want an added challenge, stay left at the Palisades downhill. 1. Ride designated trails. Mountain biking is allowed only on junction and travel another 4 km to the base of Pyramid trails designated for cycling. If a trail is not signed, you’re not Mountain. If you’re prepared and have energy to spare, go for a Please note: Bikes are not allowed on the Skyline Trail. allowed to ride it. Edson scramble up the rugged slope. Grande Cache Edmonton2. Respect trail closures. Trails can be temporarily or ROCK LAKE Grande Prairie permanently closed for ecological or safety reasons. SOLOMON CREEK Scenic road to Alaska 16 Photo: N. Gaboury N. Photo: WILDLAND PARK 40 3. Ride within your limits. Inattention for even a moment could put yourself and others at risk. EASY ROUTES INTERMEDIATE ROUTES DIFFICULT ROUTES WILDERNESS RIDES 4. Yield appropriately. Let your fellow trail users know you’re coming. Make each pass a safe and courteous one. Cyclists Hinton Snake Indian River traveling downhill should yield to ones headed uphill. 5. Respect horses, they are easily startled. Stop, dismount and allow horses to pass. Ask rider if uncertain. 6. Leave no trace. Wet and muddy trails are more vulnerable Moosehorn Creek Snake Indian River to damage than dry ones. When the trail is soft, consider other 40 riding47 options. This also means staying on existing trails and not creating new ones. Be sure to pack out at least as much as ALBERTA BRITISH COLUMBIA Roche Ronde you pack in. Leave natural and cultural objects undisturbed for Prince George 150 others to discover. Fort St. James Athabasca River Prince Rupert JASPER Pocahontas Syncline RidgeRoche Miette Fiddle River Photo: Dwight Bourdin Photo: Catto B. Photo: Covey B. Photo: Bradley M. Photo: Vassallo V. Photo: NATIONAL Miette Trail Signs 16 PARK Hot Springs Mount Robson MOUNT Official40 trails around the town of Jasper are marked with Mount Greenock Sulphur Skyline ROBSON Talbot PROVINCIAL Jasper Lake Lake Utopia Mountain yellow diamonds. This extensive trail system is maintained PARK Esplanade Mountain Snaring River 16 40 by park staff. Cinquefoil Mountain Rocky River Morro Peak Wildland trails are marked differently. You are welcome to use Overlander Falls Hawk Mountain these trails, but they are not maintained or shown Snaring Mount Colin 16 WHITEHORSE Tête Jaune Rearguard WILDERNESS on park maps. If a trail is not signed, you’re not Falls Cache Mount Bridgland AREA allowed to ride it. Victoria Cross Ranges Pyramid Mountain Roche Bonhomme 3 Pyramid Maligne Canyon Jacques 5 Lake Lake To decrease erosion, give wildlife the space they Colin Range Maligne River need and avoid becoming lost, please return to Miette River Jasper 139 the signed trail system. Old Fort Point Photo: N. Gaboury N. Photo: Yellowhead Lake 16 Photo: N. Gaboury N. Photo: Bradley M. Photo: Covey B. Photo: Legend Signal Mountain Wapiti Share the trails Information Centre Mount Tekarra Medicine Lake Partageons les sentiers Camping Valemount Whistlers Queen Elizabeth Range Trail Maintenance Hostel 12 Marmot 93 Trail maintenance crews clear the trails each 3 10 Viewpoint Athabasca River P2 (MAPS A and C) 8 (MAP D) Curator Mountain 12 Wapiti Trail (MAPS A and B) Caledonia Lake P OverlanderPicnic area spring but wind storms can blow down trees all Distance: 4.2 km Elevation gain/loss: 97 m Red Chairs Opal Peak summer long. If you come across trail maintenance issues during Distance: 4.7 km one way Elevation gain: minimal Distance: 15 km one way Elevation gain: 420 m Wabasso Elevation loss: 400Trailhead m your ride please report them to the Information Centre. Details Thinned forest (for wildfire protection) surrounds rocky Tramway Tonquin This relatively flat community-to-campground connector Trail 10 from 6th Bridge to Mile 12 bridge on Hwy 16 Mount Clitheroe Maligne Valley Mount Hardisty Lake such as amount, size and exact location of deadfall is very single track on this short but rewarding ride. Gradual Highway Mount Maccarib is a great place to spot wildlife along the Miette and 93A Bald Hills Offering the best of Jasper’s trail system in one epic ride, the The Ramparts Edith helpful. If you want to help out, inquire about getting involved elevation gains bring you up towards shimmering Caledonia Secondary road Cavell Astoria River Athabasca Maligne River Maligne Athabasca rivers. Overlander blends forestedRoadway single track, rocky and ragged side- Mount Falls with trail volunteers. Lake. Rooty, soggy sections temper what for the most part is Edith Cavell Lake hills, scorching descentsUnsurfaced and road trough-like climbs. Long views Mount Kerkeslin 13 fast, flowing and irresistibly fun. Make noise around bends; 13 over swirling waterways are best enjoyed while stationary; Mount Charlton Bighorn Alley (MAP A) popular with bears and locals with their dogs. Kerkeslin technical sections command attention. Historic cabins make Whirlpool River Mount Unwin Queen Elizabeth Range Distance: 4.3 km one way Elevation gain: minimal an ideal snack stop. Use caution: this is grizzly country! 115 Honeymoon 7 122 Mount Mary Vaux P1 Back of 7 (MAP A) Mount Fryatt Lake Named for the sheep attracted to the area, this is an easy Mount Brazeau route to Jasper’s most popular beaches, Lake Edith and Distance: 8.1 km one way Elevation gain: 133 m 1 9 Sunwapta Endless Chain Ridge Elevation loss: 135 m P 1 Valley of the Five Lakes Loop Falls Lake Annette. Bighorn Alley is smooth, wide and family 126 Fraser G. Photo: Trail 7 from Old Fort Point to Trail 7g, across the Maligne Lake Road (MAP A) Distance: 17.6 km Elevation gain/loss: 250 m Athabasca River friendly. Watch for traffic when crossing the highway and th at 5 bridge turn-off Beginning at Old Fort Point, this quintessential Jasper ride ALBERTA for horse groups near Lake Annette. BRITISH COLUMBIA Variable terrain—including broad, gravel sections; sandy combines rolling, undulating terrain with several rocky, Sunwapta River Poboktan Mountain SAFETY Jonas switchbacks; and wide open, banked corners—means this rooty sections. Popular with hikers for its dazzling views, 7 P1 Athabasca River (MAP A) ride never gets boring. Escape the heat in the cool aspen bikers should be alert for congestion and steep hillsides near HAMBER 93 Emergency the lakes. To avoid the crowds, skip trail 9a, ride in the early PROVINCIAL Distance: 3 km one way Elevation gain: minimal forests, and feel the burn while ascending behind the PARK evening in the shoulder seasons. Slow down and dismount BACKCOUNTRY RIDES MAP E Sunwapta Peak Call 911 or, if using a satellite phone, call the park dispatch Trail 7 from Old Fort Point to Jasper Park Lodge golf course. Rutted in patches, watch for loose rocks on for other users. Loop back on 9b. Chabba River office (780-852-3100).Cell phone reception is unreliable. descents. Bear country; make noise. Beauty Sandy, soft and popular with young bikers for the bumps Creek Tangle Ridge 5 and jumps that break up an otherwise flat, meandering Mount Alberta Keep wildlife wild, and yourself safer 1515 P3 Pyramid Trail (MAP A) 9 15 Tangle P Valley of the Five to Wabasso Looking for more of an adventure? Here are a few suggestions that combine biking on old fireFalls roads CyclistsWHITE GOAT are susceptible to sudden wildlife encounters.
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