The Beginning
(0 to 12.2 kms)
With almost 25 km of this trail hiked above treeline, the Skyline is Jasper’s highest and possibly most scenic trail. The high elevation allows for amazing views that extend over much of the park, encompassing vast meadows and windswept ridges. Crossing three mountain passes, the Skyline Trail offers a variety of flora, fauna and scenery unique to Jasper National Park. (Parks Canada)
The first leg of our 44.1km hike had us conquer Little Shovel Pass (elevation 2200m) before we would make it to the first campsite.
The Middle
(12.2 - 30.4 kms)
Our morning started early, we woke up with the sunrise and stepped out of our tents into the biting alpine air. Tin mugs filled with black coffee did well to jumpstart our systems in preparation for the day ahead.
The Ascent
The Final Stretch
(30.4 - 44.1 kms)
Our morning started early, we woke up with the sunrise and stepped out of our tents into the biting alpine air. Tin mugs filled with black coffee did well to jumpstart our systems in preparation for the day ahead.
