Wapiti Trail
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Route Description for Wapiti Trail
From the campground, join the obvious path that crosses the campground access road. Head northbound and parallel the highway for roughly 2.0 km. You will be hiking between the 93N and the Athabasca River. After 2.0 km, the trail begins to curve towards the Athabasca River and ultimately the Town of Jasper.
Pass the Alpine Village before reaching a drinking water station at 3.0 km. In 500 m, you will cross the Athabasca River on a bridge that takes you to the Tekarra Lodge. Pass by a small pond and continue on towards town to finish your hike.
Getting to the Wapiti Trail Trailhead
To get to the Wapiti Trail from Jasper, join the 93N from Connaught Drive and head southbound until you reach Wapiti Campground on the left hand side of the road. Pull onto the campground access road, where you will cross the Wapiti Trail. Park at the campground.Route Information
When to do:
May-September
Backcountry Campsites:
No
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Yes
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
Out and back
Wapiti Trail Elevation Graph
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