I have done this trail twice now and both times in harsh weather. I was waiting to go again so I can get some photos for you, but the queries for this trail is too great to be left out. Here are some details of the Skyline Trail for all of you that are interested in this spectacular hike.

You can access this trail from several locations, Signal Mountain, Wabasso Lake, Watchtower, and the most common route starts at Maligne Lake and ending up at Signal Mountain.

There are about seven campsites on this trail, Evelyn Creek 5.2km (distance will list from Maligne Lake Trailhead), Little Shovel Pass 8.1km, Snow Bowl 11.8km, Watchtower 21.5 (this campsite is off the main path, and can be access by the Maligne Lake road just before Medicine Lake 10.3km), Curator 20.4km, Tekarra 30.1km, Signal 35.7km then another 8.5km down to the road. Booking campsites for this popular trail is a must and well in advance.

Be prepared for this trek as the weather changes are frequent and unpredictable. These photos were taken years ago and it was all in one long 12 hour day. If you think you are unable to hike this trail, try going by horseback with a local outfitter, and their access is from the Athabasca valley side by the way of Wabasso Lake.

Thanks to Patrick for being my model.

Story by Eddie Wong.

RELATED LINKS:

• Jasper Riding Stables ( Horseback Tours )
• Skyline Trail Rides Ltd. (Horseback, Backcountry Cabins)
• Rocky Mountain Fishing Adventures (Fishing Guide)
• Tonquin Valley Backcountry (Horseback, Backcountry Cabins)
• Tonquin Adventures (Horseback, Backcountry Cabins)
• Bustin Trout (Fishing Guide)
• Blue Creek Outfitter (Fishing and Horse Guide)
• Edge Control (Ski & Outdoor Store)
• Snowfarmers ( Snowmobile Reports )
• On-Line Sport & Tackle (Fishing Guides)

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