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Maligne Canyon

September 12, 2015 by Barb 9 Comments

Maligne Canyon … part II of our Canadian Rockies Getaway.

Maligne Canyon is a natural feature located in the Jasper National Park near Jasper, Alberta, Canada. Eroded out of the Palliser Formation, the canyon measures over 50 metres deep.

Parks Canada has developed a self-guided interpretative trail along the canyon with signs describing the geological history of the area. There are four bridges across the gorge, each with its own special view. A short hiking loop tours the upper reaches of the canyon, while a longer trail follows the gorge and exits at a fifth and sixth bridge lower down.

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We crossed bridges 1 – 3 and regretted missing bridge number 4. We later drove to bridges 5 and 6. The whole hike was more than we wanted to take on … however we both decided it would be doable if we were prepared (this is what happens when you reach a certain age … you get very cautious … or perhaps you realize your limitations.)

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Maligne Canyon, Jasper National Park

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See Athabasca Falls for Part III

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Comments

  1. Lynn says

    September 12, 2015 at 9:12 am

    How beautiful , such natural raw country, gorgeous images Barb !

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  2. TexWisGirl says

    September 12, 2015 at 10:35 am

    wow! beautiful but those cliffs are daunting!

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  3. Lorrie says

    September 12, 2015 at 6:31 pm

    You’re right. It never does get old. Maligne Canyon is such a beautiful place. The way the water carves out the rocks is amazing. Great photos.

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  4. Beverly says

    September 12, 2015 at 7:08 pm

    Amazing beauty! I love the falls and the yellow moss. This must have been such a peaceful place to enjoy.

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  5. Caz says

    September 12, 2015 at 8:28 pm

    How beautiful ! It looks very peaceful there.

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    • Barb says

      September 13, 2015 at 4:13 pm

      Thank you Caz!

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  6. Jo-Anna says

    September 13, 2015 at 3:59 pm

    So beautiful! We haven’t been to Jasper in years…I think we need to go back! So glad you and Dad had such a good time!

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    • Barb says

      September 13, 2015 at 4:12 pm

      Thank you Jo! :)

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