It
is the closest and easiest approach to rock climbing in Jasper.
A 15 min. drive with a 20 min. hike makes the Rock Gardens the
most popular crag. The climbing is steep to overhanging on limestone.
Many routes can be top roped with a 50m rope. Much of the rock on popular routes is quite firm, due to climbing traffic. North facing and shaded by trees, it tend to be cool on most days. There is no drinking water, so bring your own and don't forget your lunch.
To reach the Rock Gardens, travel East on Highway 16 from Jasper to the intersection with the Maligne Lake Road. Follow the Maligne Lake Road for 3.1km to a left turn, marked by a sign, "FIFTH BRIDGE". This road leads to a paved parking lots. Cross the footbridge and follow the trail, take the left fork. Less than 100m take a right turn on a smaller trail. The winding path progresses uphill, keep to the left fork. It eventually levels off as you approach the Rock Gardens. Keep a eye open for a little trail on the right who leads to the base of the cliff. If you miss that right turn, you will end up at the Boulder Garden.
Topo
and a climb descriptions book, produce by Cyrill Shokoples, can be purchase
at Gravity Gear for a couple of buck while we all waiting
for the new "Jasper Sport Climb" guidebook.
About 50 climbs are waiting for you so enjoy.
Above all, strive to respect the area and keep it clean. We must all be careful to preserve its character as a great place to climb and practice.
- Peter Amann ( Mountain Guide )
- Alpine Club of Canada (Huts)
- Park
Canada ( Parks information )
Information centre / Trail office
Box 10
Jasper, Alberta T0E 1E0
Phone: (780) 852-6176
Fax: (780) 852-6152
E-mail: jnp_info@pch.gc.ca
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- Maligne Canyon Restaurant / Tea House (Restaurant / Souvenir)
- High Country Helicopters Ltd. (Helicopter Tours Book Direct)
- Skyline Trail Rides Ltd. (Horseback, Backcountry Cabins)
- Rocky Mountain Fishing Adventures (Fishing Guide)
- Mountain Galleries(Art Gallery / shop)
- Alpine Art Eco-Tours ( Guided Eco Tours )
- Jasper Adventure Centre ( Guided Tours )
- Tonquin Valley Backcountry (Horseback, Backcountry Cabins)
- Tonquin Valley Adventures (Horseback, Backcountry Cabins)
- World Adventure Consultants (Specializing in unique travel)
- Bustin Trout (Fishing Guide)
- Blue Creek Outfitter (Fishing and Horse Guide)
- Edge Control (Ski & Outdoor Store)
- Freewheel ( Rental and Retail )
- Totem Ski Shop ( Rental and Retail )
- Jasper Source for Sports ( Rental and Retail )
- Snowfarmers ( Snowmobile Reports )
- Valemount Sled Talk ( Snowmobile Forum )
- Jasper's Whitewater Rafting Company (Rafting Tours)
- Rocky Mountain River Guides (Rafting Tours)
- Jasper Raft Tours (Rafting Tours)
- Mount Robson Inn (Package Feature)
- Andy's Bistro (Fine Dining)
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