Athabasca Glacier

Part of the vast Columbia Icefield that straddles the border between Alberta’s Banff and Jasper National Parks, the Athabasca Glacier is a massive, moving ice formation. Covering an area of about 2.3 square miles (six square kilometers) and measuring up to 980 feet (300 meters) at its thickest point, this glacier is one of the most accessible and awe-inspiring in North America. Despite its ongoing shrinkage, the glacier remains impressively large, offering visitors a chance to witness the power and scale of glacial movement. Today, visitors can explore the glacier’s surface, experiencing the unique textures and colors of the ice firsthand.