Natural Wonder
Athabasca Glacier
Jasper, AB
Walking on 10,000-year-old glacial iceDramatic towering mountain surroundingsVisible glacial recession markers showing historical ice lossColumbia Icefield Skywalk glass-floored platformPart of the UNESCO Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage SiteOne of the most accessible glaciers in North America
About Athabasca Glacier
The Athabasca Glacier is one of North America's most accessible glaciers, drawing visitors with its awe-inspiring scale and dramatic mountain backdrop. Spanning over 6 km, it offers rare opportunities to walk on ancient ice and witness the powerful forces of nature up close.
Things to Do
Ice Explorer snowcoach tours
Photography
Hiking along glacier trails
Columbia Icefield Skywalk visit
Educational interpretive tours
Glacier viewing from roadside lookouts