Located in Northern Banff and closer to Jasper.  On the way to Columbia Icefield from Lake Louise is Parker Ridge Trail, a popular day hike and one of the best among several popular trail.

The trail leads to a ridge overlooking Saskatchewan Glacier and the Columbia Icefield and can be done in an hour.  A hike I would have loved to do if I had my way.  Here’s what the sign reads:

More snaps from the road:

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