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Brazeau Loop

Canada · North America · Multi-day trek · score 64/100

At a glance

CountriesCanada
ContinentNorth America
RegionAlberta (Jasper NP)
TypeMulti-day trek
Length80 km
Typical duration5 days
Difficulty4/5 (Hard)
Max altitude2470 m
Best seasonJul-Sep
StartNigel Pass trailhead (Icefields Parkway), AB
EndNigel Pass, AB (loop)
Permit / guideBackcountry permit required (Parks Canada)
Special gearbear spray recommended

Score

64/100
Scenery
26/35
Fame
10/25
Uniqueness
15/20
Logistics
13/20

Big-loop Rockies backcountry with passes and meadows; occasional bridge washouts affect route

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.

Notes

Distance approximate (80 km class)

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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