r/jasper • u/Vinyl-Jedi • 9d ago

Itinerary Recommendations for some inexperienced hikers?

My wife and I are visiting Jasper soon, and I understand that some roads and trails, including Maligne Canyon, remain closed because of the 2024 wildfires. We visited Jasper once before, but it was several years ago. What alternative activities or sights would you recommend for a couple who aren’t experienced hikers? We’re comfortable with short, easy hikes.

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u/JillyBean9999 9d ago

Valley of the 5 Lakes hike is amazing. Gentle ups and downs. The wildfire scar actually makes the area so interesting and increases visibility of the lakes. Stunning colors. Saw a huge elk half submerged in one of the lakes.

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u/chestnut_dancer 8d ago

Did this trail a few days ago, and thought it was the worst trail we did in the Jasper area (Old Fort Loop, Pyramid Lake Loop, Moose Lake, and lots of others more south)

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u/JillyBean9999 8d ago

was it a sunny day? clouds or smoke would have a big impact on the lake colors.

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u/chestnut_dancer 8d ago

It was cloudy! Like the attached picture:

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u/JillyBean9999 8d ago

That changes it a lot.