2016年3月9日 · Just off the road, you’ll find one of Jasper’s hidden gems where you can explore this stunning ice cave. Venture inside (with extreme caution) to marvel at the brilliant blue walls and admire epic views of the Canadian Rockies perfectly framed by the cave's opening.

Like many disappearing worlds, the Athabasca Glacier is as fascinating as it is fragile. Located in the southern end of Jasper National Park, the famous landmark is one of six principle toes of the Columbia Icefield, and although anyone can follow the gravel trail that leads to its tip, only certified guides (and the people they escort) are ...

The Athabasca Glacier is one of the six principal 'toes' of the Columbia Icefield, located in the Canadian Rockies. The glacier currently loses depth at a rate of about 5 metres (16 ft) per year [ 2 ] and has receded more than 1.5 km (0.93 mi) and …

A Timeless Experience The classic Columbia Icefield Adventure lets you explore two ways. First, ride onto the Athabasca Glacier aboard a massive Ice Explorer before disembarking onto ancient ice. Then, marvel at the breathtaking Sunwapta Valley …

Spilling from the Columbia Icefield over three giant bedrock steps, the Athabasca glacier flows down the valley and is situated across from the Icefield Centre. Because of a warming climate, the Athabasca Glacier has been receding or melting for the last 125 years. The shrinking glacier has left a moonscape of rocky moraines in its wake.

2024年4月15日 · The Athabasca Glacier is a massive glacial toe to the expansive Columbia Icefield that sits on Canada’s British Columbia/Alberta border. It is arguably the most accessible glacier in North America and offers visitors a chance to get up close and personal with an earth-shaping wonder.

2024年8月13日 · You’ll see the Crowfoot Glacier, Athabasca Falls, Bow Lake, the incredible glacier tour, and a visit to the Skywalk. Plus, you will learn super interesting geological and historical information from your guide.

From late May to early October, IceWalks provides guided glacier hikes on the Athabasca Glacier. Experience for yourself why the Columbia Icefield is the most popular stop along the Icefields Parkway.

Athabasca Glacier, a stunning natural wonder nestled within the Columbia Icefield in Jasper National Park, Alberta, offers an extraordinary winter adventure—ice caving. Each winter, the glacier reveals a labyrinth of ethereal ice caves and frozen tunnels, drawing adventurers and thrill-seekers from around the world.

2017年12月11日 · When it comes to places to visit before they disappear, the Athabasca Glacier should be on your list. This nearly four mile (6 km) glacier, located in Jasper National Park in the Canadian...