Icefields Parkway
Lake Louise to Saskatchewan Crossing · Alberta · AB 93
Distance32.6mi · 52 km
Drive time1 h 2 min
DifficultyModerate
MountainLakesValleyForest
Glacier-lined parkway between Lake Louise and Jasper.
Completed in 1940, this parkway threads the Continental Divide past the Columbia Icefield, glacier-fed lakes and peaks over 3,000 metres. The mapped section climbs from the Lake Louise junction over Bow Summit to Saskatchewan River Crossing, passing Bow Lake and Peyto Lake. Mind the wildlife on the road, sudden alpine weather and a Parks Canada pass requirement.
Character
Corners40
Max gradient8%
High point2070 m6791 ft
Elevation range683 m
SummerAutumn
Elevation
Know before you go
- Wildlife on road
- Sudden alpine weather
- No fuel for long stretches
Along the road
- viewpoint Crowfoot Glacier Viewpoint
- viewpoint Snowbird Glacier Lookout
- viewpoint Mount Wilson Overlook
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