CANCELLED Icefield Parkway Multi Day, Adv, 300km, 3600m, PattyWest

Cycle through the Majestic Rocky Mountains on the Icefield Parkway   ️

      Coordinator: Patty West

Level Ride: Advance   

Distance: ~100km Daily

Elevation Gain: 1000-1300m Daily         

Pace: 23-25 km/h

E-bikes: No

Day 1

Today’s ride takes us on a breathtaking journey through the mountains, following the Athabasca River and climbing over the Sunwapta Pass. We will be treated to incredible views of Bridal Falls cascading down, Parker Ridge, and the icy expanse of the Athabasca Glacier. Our turnaround point is the awe-inspiring Columbia Icefield Skywalk, where glass-bottomed walkways provide a thrilling perspective of the valley below (tickets can be purchased) On our return, the scenery transforms, offering a fresh but equally spectacular view.      

Day 2

Our route today takes us past Mistaya Canyon and Waterfowl Lakes.  As we continue climbing higher the towering peaks frame our route as we reach the highest point on the Parkway “Bow Summit”. Then onto Peyto Lake a true jewel of the Rockies with stunning views of glacial-blue water against dark green forest in the valley below. If our energy holds there’s an additional option to descend to Bow Lake the pristine headwaters of the Bow River.  This is an opportunity to climb Bow Summit from both sides an unforgettable challenge & adventure in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.

Day 3

Leaving Rampart Creek, we head south along the Icefields Parkway, surrounded by the rugged peaks of the Rockies.  From Saskatchewan River Crossing we turn east onto the David Thompson Highway, following the winding path of the icy blue North Saskatchewan River.  In the distance, a brilliant flash of turquoise appears—Abraham Lake, its glacial waters shimmering under the vast Alberta sky. Our turnaround point is at David Thompson Resort.  We will make our way back along the same route with the ever looming Rockies as our guide.

I plan to Camp at Rampart Creek Campground.  

We will start all rides from the Campground.  Socializing in the evenings will be at the campground and post ride tailgate as well.

You will need to book your own accomodation.  

Rampart Creek Campground is reservable thru Parks Canada online.  

Rooms are available to book at Saskatchewan River Crossing Hotel. (Booking.com or directly)

Rooms are available to reserve at the HI Rampart Creek Hostel or HI Lake Louise Hostel.

Also there are CamperVan companies to rent from such as Karma CamperVan 

More details to come as the time get closer.  If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact me by 

email   4patty@telus.net 

text   587-223-9378