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Maligne Rafting Adventures |
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Falls |
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Location |
Jasper
National Park, south of Jasper, west-central Alberta |
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Driving Time |
Calgary—3.5
hours; Edmonton—3.5 hours |
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Difficulty |
Class
I-II+ |
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Trip Length |
6-10
miles (9-16 km) |
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Trip Options |
Paddle
raft, oar raft; half-day |
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Season |
June-September |
The Athabasca River,
which originates at the Columbia Icefield of western Alberta's
Jasper National Park, provides a unique opportunity for visitors to
enjoy some of the park's finest scenery.
Half-day
raft trips beginning immediately below Athabasca Falls are run from
6 to 10 miles (9 to 16 km) downstream. Six to eight sets of moderate
Class II+ rapids leave plenty of calm stretches for guests to view
the inspiring park environment and its varied wildlife.
Everyone
can enjoy Athabasca’s easy waters. Outfitters welcome first-time
rafters and families with children who weigh at least 90 lbs (41 kg)
on paddle raft trips. There are no restrictions on oar-guided trips.
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