Columbia Icefield Canada
Columbia Icefield is mainly located in Jasper National Park in Canada. Provides access to multiple glaciated peaks.
Some of the highest mountains in Canada are located around the edges of the Columbia Icefield, including Mount Columbia, North and South Twin Peak, Mount Alberta, Mount Bryce, and Mount Kitchener. These represent destinations of varying difficulty, mileage, and elevation gain.
Backcountry overnight passes (called Random Camping passes) can be obtained by calling the Jasper National Park Information Service. More info on their site: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/jasper/activ/passez-stay/arrierepays-backcountry/sugg-sentiers_trip-ideas/camping-sauvage-random
Using the Icefields Parkway also requires a Canada National Parks Pass, available on the Parks Canada website: https://parks.canada.ca/
- Suitable Activities: Backcountry Skiing, Climbing
- Climbing Category: Basic Alpine
- Seasons: Year-round
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Length: 14.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 4,000 ft
- Land Manager: Jasper National Park
- Parking Permit Required: see Land Manager
- Recommended Party Size: 6
- Maximum Party Size: 6
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 6
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