Located on the Columbia Icefield in Jasper National Park in Canada, the Athabasca Glacier is a dramatic and iconic symbol of the majestic Canadian Rockies. Measuring up to 300% in depth, it is the most visited glacier in North America. The glacier is easily accessible from the Icefield Centre, where guided ice-climbing and walking tours are available. Visiting the glacier is a true once-in-a-lifetime experience, with the stark beauty of the mighty ice-wall, brilliant blue ice, and sweeping mountain panoramas guaranteed to take your breath away. Whether you choose to take a peaceful walk along the glacial moraine or explore the rugged interior of the ice-caverns, the Athabasca Glacier offers a truly unforgettable and awe-inspiring experience.
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