Old Fort Point

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Old Fort Point is a Hiking Trail at Jasper AB, Canada, located in Jasper National Park

Old Fort Point is a rocky knoll beside the Athabasca River just outside Jasper town, a popular short hike. A loop trail climbs its glacier-smoothed bluff to open ledges with superb views over the river, the town and the ring of peaks beyond, Pyramid Mountain and Mount Edith Cavell among them. An easy, rewarding climb close to the townsite and a fine spot for sunset and stargazing.

Where to find Old Fort Point?

52°52'13"N, 118°3'46"W

Aurora hunting in Jasper?

The aurora season here runs from October to March, with the best chances of seeing the Northern Lights in October, November, February and March. Old Fort Point offers open skies and natural beauty - ideal conditions for spotting the aurora.

What do people think of Old Fort Point?

  • 4.3

  • Fairly tough uphill trail but well worth the views of the Athabasca River, Jasper townsite & Jasper Park Lodge

    Sam W19 September 2013

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