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SaveJasper trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared hundreds of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Horseback, Mountain Biking, Snowshoeing, E-Biking, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Gravel Biking, Nordic Skiing and Adaptive Biking. Trails here are often faint trail, rocky and rooty. Scenery includes views, alpine terrain and lakes. Common trail features include bridges, rock gardens and rock slabs. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include restrooms and huts. Popular destinations include Jasper National Park, Marmot Basin and Pyramid Bench.
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- Mountain Bike
183 trails
- E-Bike
179 trails
- Gravel Bike
44 trails
- Adaptive Bike
6 trails
- Horse
220 trails
- Hike
326 trails
- Trail Running
317 trails
- Snowshoe
183 trails
- Downhill Ski
162 trails
- Backcountry Ski
52 trails
- Nordic Ski
31 trails
Region Details
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- 42
- 71
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Region Status
Open as of Sep 22, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 505
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 183
- Trails E-Bike
- 179
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 44
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 6
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 55
- Trails Horse
- 220
- Trails Hike
- 326
- Trails Trail Running
- 317
- Trails Snowshoe
- 183
- Trails Downhill Ski
- 162
- Trails Backcountry Ski
- 52
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 31
- Total Distance
- 793 miles
- Total Descent
- 114,025 ft
- Total Vertical
- 7,884 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 11,214 ft
- Reports
- 2,209
- Photos
- 920
- Completed Counter
- 67,001
Articles
Wildfire Forces Evacuations in Jasper National Park
Jul 25, 2024 from backpacker.com
The 4,700 residents of Jasper, Alberta Canada were forced to flee their homes due to encroaching wildfires on July 22.
The 10 Most Beautiful National Parks in Canada
Jun 17, 2024 from outsideonline.com
Spectacular mountains and deep fjords, powder-blue lakes and sea stacks: here’s your bucket list of national parks to visit up north
Sub Regions
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Jasper National Park
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- 10
- 8
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Maligne Canyon and Jasper Park Lodge
- 2
- 20
- 4
- 6
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Old Fort Point / Valley of the Five Lakes
- 2
- 3
- 8
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Pyramid Bench
- 4
- 47
- 17
- 1
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Whistlers Bench
- 6
- 5
- 4
- 2
Popular Jasper Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 3.2 • 2,691 ft • 0 ft • 627 •
A wide open minimally technical trail connects the Jasper townsite and Old Fort point. From Old Fort Point you can continue to follow the Red Squirrel signs along the paved Old Fort Point road to Jasper Park Lodge if you choose.
• 100 ★ 4.2 • 4 miles • 104 ft • 547 •
The Overlander is a Jasper classic. From Maligne Canyon 6th bridge things start out wide open and pretty mellow through open forest, this progresses into a tighter track along the river and then into open grasslands. Minimally technical...
• 90 ★ 3.2 • 2,056 ft • 0 ft • 482 •
This relatively flat trail with some technical rocky bits along the plateau offers fantastic views of the Athabasca and Miette Rivers and is a good alternative to Trail 14 if you're looking for a bit more of a challenge.
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 4,634 ft • 15 ft • 482 •
A fun downhill with some cool fall lines, natural rock features and lower section improvements by the Jasper Trail Alliance featuring some twisty berms, hidden hits and rock huck/drop at the end.
• 100 ★ 3.6 • 4,682 ft • 220 ft • 454 •
A popular route to access the trails of the Pyramid Bench commonly refered to as "The Church Climb", it is the easiest way onto the bench from town unless you take Pyramid Lake road to access trail 15. A fairly sustained climb right...
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 0 ft • 445 •
Open sandy trail with several rooty and rocky sections follows the Athabasca river
• 90 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 69 ft • 433 •
Open sandy trail with several rooty and rocky sections follows the Athabasca river
• 90 ★ 2.8 • 2 miles • 0 ft • 401 •
Sandy, soft and popular with young bikers for the bumps and jumps that break up an otherwise flat, meandering path. Splendid, turquoise views of Lac Beauvert are shared with hikers. Look for eth osprey nest on the power pole beside the...
Jasper Mountain Bike Routes
★ 5.0 • 18 miles • 1,311 ft • 3 • Out & Back •
Start at Parking Lot 8 - Maligne Canyon 6th Bridge The Overlander starts out with flowy single track...
★ 5.0 • 5 miles • 664 ft • 3 • Loop •
All-around intermediate riding with flowy and technical sections. Beautiful open views throughout this...
★ 4.0 • 8 miles • 233 ft • 2 • Out & Back •
Start at Parking Lot 8 - Maligne Canyon 6th Bridge The trail starts out with flowy single track through...
★ 5.0 • 16 miles • 1,856 ft • 6 • Loop •
Beautiful riding through the valley gets you to the base of Andretti's, where the climbing grunt begins....
★ 4.0 • 6 miles • 655 ft • 3 • Loop •
Quintessential Jasper riding. Moderate climbing all the way up, and pure fun all the way down. Water tower...
★ 4.5 • 5 miles • 727 ft • 3 • Loop •
Starting from Parking Lot 3 at the Jasper Activity Centre this route starts with a leg burning steep but...
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Lost Lands (Backside) | Sep 12, 2026 @ 1:18pm (America/Edmonton) Sep 12, 2026 | Variable | Deannai | ||
| Overlander (6th Bridge to Moberly Cabin) | Sep 1, 2026 @ 1:55pm (America/Edmonton) Sep 1, 2026 | Unknown | awpalmer27 | ||
| Trail 9 | Aug 31, 2026 @ 11:08am (America/Edmonton) Aug 31, 2026 | Dry | RattlerJones | ||
| Wapiti Trail | Aug 31, 2026 @ 11:08am (America/Edmonton) Aug 31, 2026 | Dry | RattlerJones | ||
| Red Squirrel | Aug 31, 2026 @ 11:08am (America/Edmonton) Aug 31, 2026 | Ideal | RattlerJones | ||
| Trail 1 | Aug 31, 2026 @ 11:08am (America/Edmonton) Aug 31, 2026 | Dry | RattlerJones | ||
| Trail 1a | Aug 31, 2026 @ 11:08am (America/Edmonton) Aug 31, 2026 | Dry | RattlerJones | ||
| Trail 9a (1st Lake) | Aug 31, 2026 @ 11:08am (America/Edmonton) Aug 31, 2026 | Dry | RattlerJones | ||
| Trail 9b | Aug 31, 2026 @ 11:08am (America/Edmonton) Aug 31, 2026 | Very Dry | RattlerJones | ||
| Trail 9a (Parking to 9b) | Aug 31, 2026 @ 11:08am (America/Edmonton) Aug 31, 2026 | Very Dry | RattlerJones |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| bOw3R | like | directory | activity #106131175 | Oct 18, 2026 @ 7:42am Oct 18, 2026 |
| ItchyDH | wishlist | trail | activity #105168881 | Oct 3, 2026 @ 9:44pm Oct 3, 2026 |
| L96I3K | ridden | trail | activity #104924329 | Sep 30, 2026 @ 11:28am Sep 30, 2026 |
| Woutbike | ridden | trail | activity #104762214 | Sep 27, 2026 @ 7:45pm Sep 27, 2026 |
| Meggma | wishlist | region | activity #104530182 | Sep 24, 2026 @ 7:02pm Sep 24, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Overgrown and over a hundred trees down.... | Sep 16, 2026 @ 7:12pm Sep 16, 2026 | ||
| trail | Could be a fun trail, but has a lot of trees... | Sep 7, 2026 @ 7:03am Sep 7, 2026 | ||
| trail | 5 or 6 trees down near lake, hike a bike but... | Sep 4, 2026 @ 6:19pm Sep 4, 2026 | ||
| trail | closed with a park canada sign | Jul 31, 2026 @ 2:25pm Jul 31, 2026 | ||
| trail | Trail is in good shape. All dry except a few... | Jul 18, 2026 @ 5:02pm Jul 18, 2026 |
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Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Jasper Bike Park | skill park | Jasper | |
| Terrain Park | skill park | Jasper | |
| Mini Rail Park | skill park | Jasper |
Local Trail Supporters
- Jasper Trails Alliance
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 183 | 290 miles | 26,946 ft | 93 miles | 3,845 ft | #499 | #6 | 582 | 2,147 | 14 | 19,070 | |
| E-Bike | 179 | 286 miles | 26,752 ft | 92 miles | 3,307 ft | #327 | #9 | 7 | 2,088 | 4 | 696 | |
| Gravel Bike | 44 | 81 miles | 4,662 ft | 19 miles | 3,652 ft | #570 | #6 | 237 | 117 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 6 | 8 miles | 272 ft | 2 miles | 719 ft | #1,559 | #9 | 124 | 2 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 55 | 69 miles | 8,186 ft | 26 miles | 2,018 ft | #330 | #5 | 6 | 9 | |||
| Horse | 220 | 479 miles | 42,037 ft | 172 miles | 4,872 ft | #20 | #5 | 853 | 2 | |||
| Hike | 326 | 701 miles | 60,397 ft | 233 miles | 7,884 ft | #56 | #3 | 303 | 2,155 | 8,498 | ||
| Trail Running | 317 | 687 miles | 60,144 ft | 232 miles | 7,884 ft | #63 | #3 | 5 | 2,149 | 2,652 | ||
| Snowshoe | 183 | 272 miles | 26,401 ft | 77 miles | 7,867 ft | #24 | #2 | 1 | 315 | 149 | ||
| Downhill Ski | 162 | 52 miles | 51,250 ft | 45 miles | 4,672 ft | #27 | #3 | 19 | 52 | 3,123 | ||
| Backcountry Ski | 52 | 102 miles | 8,212 ft | 18 miles | 7,812 ft | #115 | #1 | 2 | 17 | 558 | ||
| Nordic Ski | 31 | 59 miles | 2,313 ft | 14 miles | 7,667 ft | #199 | #8 | 1 | 15 | 906 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Jasper?
Jasper has 6 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Jasper?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Jasper are:
- Water Tower (4.5/5)
- Trail 9a (5th Lake) (4.4/5)
- Fire Escape (4.3/5)
- Trail 9a (1st Lake) (4.3/5)
- Overlander (Moberly Cabin to Hwy 16) (4.3/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Jasper?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Jasper are:
- July (265 activities)
- August (228 activities)
- June (216 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Jasper?
There are 77 parking locations listed in Jasper. The most popular parking spots are:
- Parking Lot 4 - Cottonwood Slough
- Parking Lot 1 - Old Fort Point
- Parking Lot 3 - Jasper Activity Centre
- Parking Lot 18 - Lac Beauvert
- Beauty Creek / Stanley Falls Parking
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What is the longest trail in Jasper?
The longest trail in Jasper is North Boundary (Snake Indian Falls) at 16.3 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Jasper?
The best hiking trails in Jasper are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Jasper?
The best trail running trails in Jasper are:
- Lac Beauvert Loop
- Skyline (Snowbowl to Watchtower Junction)
- Skyline (Tekarra to Signal)
- Skyline (Curator to Tekarra)
- Skyline (Little Shovel to Snowbowl)
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How many trails are in Jasper?
Jasper has a total of 505 trails. Of those, 183 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Jasper to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Jasper?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Jasper is North Boundary (Snake Indian Falls) with 2,168 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Jasper?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Jasper is North Boundary (Snake Indian Falls) with 1,368 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Jasper?
Jasper supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing, Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
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What bike services are there in Jasper?
The following bike services are available in Jasper:
- Bike Shop (3)
- Guides & Tours (2)
- Race Team (1)
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Jasper?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Jasper is Trail 7h (connector) with an average grade of 15.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Jasper?
Yes, there are 38 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Jasper. Some popular viewpoints include:
- Viewpoint - Red Chairs
- Viewpoint - Red Chairs
- Old Fort Point summit
- Maligne Overlook viewpoint
- Viewpoint - Geraldine Lookout
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Are there any trails with waterfalls in Jasper?
Yes, there are 1 waterfall locations noted along trails in Jasper. View the points of interest map to discover trails near waterfalls.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Jasper?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Jasper are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Jasper?
The overall region status for Jasper is Clear / Green. Out of 191 trails:
- Clear / Green: 155
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 22
- Significant Issue / Amber: 9
- Closed: 5
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Can I ride an ebike in Jasper?
Yes, Jasper supports e-bike riding. There are 169 trails in Jasper that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Jasper?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Jasper are: View all mountain biking routes in Jasper.
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What type of bike is most common in Jasper?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Jasper are:
- AM (83 activities)
- XC (22 activities)
- Fat (6 activities)
- Gravel (5 activities)
- DH (4 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Jasper?
The highest summit in Jasper is North Twin Peak at 11,946 ft elevation.
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What are the top sights to see in Jasper?
There are 5 notable sights in Jasper. Some of the top sights include:
- Historic Moberly family homestead
- Spirit Island
- Historic Tie Camp
- Moberly Homestead historic site
- The Saddle
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Jasper?
The most popular Strava segments in Jasper are:
- 93A Hammer (3,510 athletes)
- Late for check out! (2,567 athletes)
- Elk Crossing (2,394 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Jasper?
There are 2 technical trail features (TTFs) in Jasper. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Jasper.
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What trails are closed in Jasper?
There are currently 5 closed trails in Jasper. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 155
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 22
- Significant Issue / Amber: 9
- Closed: 5
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Jasper?
Yes, there are 6 accessible/adaptive trails in Jasper. View all adaptive trails in Jasper for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Jasper?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Jasper directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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Are there any mountain biking guiding or tour operators in Jasper?
Yes, there are mountain biking guiding and tour operators in Jasper: Browse all guiding and tour operators in Jasper.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Jasper?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Jasper are:
- Water Tower
- Fire Escape
- Overlander (6th Bridge to Moberly Cabin)
- Overlander (Moberly Cabin to Hwy 16)
- Trail 3 (Town to 3a)
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Jasper?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Jasper are:
- Bighorn Alley (4/5)
- Trail 7 (Moberly bridge to 6th Bridge) (4/5)
- Trail 7 (JPL to Moberly bridge) (4/5)
Activities
Trails
Points of Interest
- [Area] Eagle East Other
- Ancient Wall Campground (Backcountry Horse #86) Camping
- Viewpoint - Mary Schäffer Loop
- High Lakes Viewpoint
- Marmot 2 Summit
- Marmot Basin Lower Chalet Lodge
- Marmot Peak Summit
- Ticket Booth / Information
- Marmot 3 Summit
- ET Cliffs TTF
- North Twin Peak (11,946 ft)
- Mount Alberta (11,624 ft)
- South Twin Peak (11,470 ft)
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