PYRAMID LAKE

Nestled at the base of Pyramid Mountain, which overlooks the town of Jasper in Jasper National Park, Pyramid Lake is one of 20 small lakes left behind by retreating glaciers.

We felt like Pyramid Lake was a little hidden gem we stumbled upon. We were out bear watching and started to get hungry so looked for a picnic spot and found this amazing lake. It was close to our campground (20min) we went looking for a nice place to picnic and ended up swimming and spending a couple of hours here. It was just so pretty and the kids loved playing in the water and Lillian and Scott actually went out to the end and went COMPLETELY UNDER! They’re the brave souls of the family! We loved this little spot. You can again rent canoes here or you can bring your own or any fun water toy (SUP) and put in!

WEATHER:

We went to Pyramid Lake right after we left Maligne Lake Cruise. If you notice In our Maligne lake picture we’re all bundled up from the clouds and rain, and here were in our swim suits! ALL IN THE SAME DAY. Pyramid lake is about 15 minutes from the town of Jasper and 1hr 20min minutes from Maligne Lake. That’s how fast the weather can change up there. You really need to pack for all seasons. You never know when a storm will roll in and roll out!

THINGS TO DO:

Appreciate the serene beauty of the lake back dropped by the Pyramid mountain as you hike along the 2 km lakeshore trail.
Walk (wheel chair accessible) along the wooden bridge to the Pyramid lake island, and picnic at the log frame pavilion/picnic shelter.
Have a beach day at the lake (located opposite side of the lake).
Canoe, Kayak or go sailing at the lake.
Fish (May 17 – Sept 1). National park license required. Bait banned.
Good birdwatching spot to see herons, loons & chickadee.
Spot wildlife including beaver and elk near the lake in the morning and evenings.
Watch a million stars from the Pyramid Lake Island at night (Jasper is an official Dark Sky Preserve). Join for ‘Astronomy on the Island’ program conducted by Parks Canada at the Pyramid Lake Island.

COST:

Free Entrance with National Parks Pass (Discovery Pass)

Pyramid Lake Boat Rentals: Canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, rowboats and motor boats are available for rent from the resort. $ 40 for first hour , $ 25 extra per additional hour. Paddle boat: $45.00 for one hour.

LOCATION:

JASPER, ALBERTA CANADA

Located next to Patricia Lake, Pyramid lake is ~ 5km from the 4 way junction of Pyramid Lake road & Bonhomme street. To reach the Pyramid Lake beach, turn left just before the lake and take the Pyramid lake road.

Pyramid Lake Island is accessed through a short walk from the parking lot located 1 km from the Pyramid Lake resort.

The road to the Pyramid Lake beach is closed in winter.