Valley of the Five Lakes
A forest-and-lake walk through a landscape affected by the 2024 fire. Follow the reopened route and restoration signage.
Where to park · how to get there
Use the marked trailhead lot on Highway 93. Park within the lot, not on the highway; move on if full.
When to arrive
Check the current report and start with daylight to spare.
Hours & access
Reopened in May 2026; check current conditions and stay out of closed restoration areas.
Jasper is a long drive from Banff. The estimate is one-way, before stops, traffic and weather. An overnight stay makes these stops more practical.
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Approximate place pin. Follow signed visitor access; map pins do not establish parking or trail access.
Check the source
Research checked 2026-09-17. Hours, menus and closures can change. Arrival targets and visit lengths are planning estimates.