Saturday Night Lake Loop
A long forest-and-lake circuit west of Jasper for strong day hikers or an overnight itinerary.
Route overview
Saturday Night Lake Loop in Canadian Rockies.
The loop climbs gradually past small lakes and wooded benches before circling Saturday Night Lake. Its length, limited services and backcountry character make it substantially harder than the moderate technical rating suggests.
Trail facts
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- Canadian Rockies
- Distance
- 24.3 km loop
- Typical duration
- 7–9 hours
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- Not published by official source
- Best season
- Summer through early autumn; verify snow, mud and daylight
- Trail type
- Loop
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No separate day permit; backcountry camping requires reservation and permit
Safety context
Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Long duration, wildlife, mud, deadfall, navigation, weather and limited mobile coverage
Highlights
Jasper National Park, Saturday Night Lake, long day hike, lake loop, backcountry
Why find a buddy
Pacing, navigation and emergency margin matter over the full day.
Primary source
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Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.