53o05'17.9n 118o01'21.1w 53.088304, -118.022531, Jasper National Park, Alberta, CanadaMap
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The Athabasca River is located in Jasper, Canada. It originates from the Columbia Icefield in Jasper National Park. The river flows from southwest to northeast into Athabasca Lake.
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Not just the Falls
The river is quite attractive, so it is not just the Falls that attracts the viewer. We stopped just off the highway to see where early settlers crossed the river.
This river is so pretty as it cuts around Jasper National Park.
The Athabaska River was central to Jasper National Park. It was so scenic to watch the river next to the glacier and to see the many miniature waterfalls. I saw many rodents, birds, and even a goat.
Athabasca river is definitely one of the places you must see during your trip to Jasper. I saw it briefly when returning from a wildlife tour (with Sundog shuttle service) and I returned back on foot ...
The Athabasca River is not only a pretty river, but it offers many activities as well. Mostly within protected park areas, it is clean and serene. Designated a Canadian Heritage River, it has historic...
Enjoyed our trip "down the river" with Ziggy at the helm. Would definitely do it again. On a later trip we were able to sit on the shore by Becker's Chalets and wave to others taking the trip!!!
Not just the Falls
The river is quite attractive, so it is not just the Falls that attracts the viewer. We stopped just off the highway to see where early settlers crossed the river.
This river is so pretty as it cuts around Jasper National Park.
The Athabaska River was central to Jasper National Park. It was so scenic to watch the river next to the glacier and to see the many miniature waterfalls. I saw many rodents, birds, and even a goat.
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Athabasca river is definitely one of the places you must see during your trip to Jasper. I saw it briefly when returning from a wildlife tour (with Sundog shuttle service) and I returned back on foot ...
Lovely Mountain and Water Views
The Athabasca River is not only a pretty river, but it offers many activities as well. Mostly within protected park areas, it is clean and serene. Designated a Canadian Heritage River, it has historic...
Rafting Journey
Enjoyed our trip "down the river" with Ziggy at the helm. Would definitely do it again. On a later trip we were able to sit on the shore by Becker's Chalets and wave to others taking the trip!!!