Campgrounds Trail
A level river-corridor trail linking Jasper’s two major campgrounds with the town network.
Route overview
Campgrounds Trail in Canadian Rockies.
Campgrounds Trail follows flat ground along the Athabasca River between Whistlers and Wapiti. It works as a relaxed one-way walk, campground connector or part of a longer outing.
Trail facts
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- Canadian Rockies
- Distance
- 4.6 km one way
- Typical duration
- 1–2 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Elevation gain
- Not published by official source
- Best season
- Late spring through autumn; verify campground and wildfire-recovery access
- Trail type
- Point to point
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- National park entry required
Safety context
Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Shared use, wildlife, river edges, wildfire-affected terrain and limited shade
Highlights
Jasper National Park, Campgrounds Trail, Athabasca River, easy hike, point to point
Why find a buddy
A straightforward meetup route for campers without a steep climb.
Primary source
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.