Beauty Creek to Stanley Falls hike
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Beauty Creek to Stanley Falls hike
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Beauty Creek to Stanley Falls offers fantastic payoff for relatively little effort, passing eight different waterfalls during one short hike. It’s a less-busy, underrated trail sure to be loved but beware that there are no railings on this trip, and little ones should be holding adults hands at all times.
Getting there
From Jasper, take Highway 93 south for approximately 53.4mi. Keep an eye out for a somewhat obscured, roadside turnout on the east side of the highway. Walk directly from here.
About
| When to do | April-October |
| Backcountry Campsites | No |
| Pets allowed | Yes - On Leash |
| Family friendly | Yes |
| Route Signage | Poor |
| Crowd Levels | Moderate |
| Route Type | Out and back |
Beauty Creek to Stanley Falls
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Route Description for Beauty Creek to Stanley Falls
There are seasonal closures for caribou conservation on this trail from November 1 through March 1 each year. The trail is unmaintained, therefore the sections with steep edges are not fenced. Keep children close by and watch your step.
This underrated trail might be hard to find, but it’s well worth the effort! It passes by eight different waterfalls along Beauty Creek. You can get very close to Stanley Falls along the route, making it a dramatic and impressive experience.
From the trailhead, follow the dike along the creek heading east. You’ll reach an old road (former Highway 93) and go right. The valley views here are lovely. Just before the broken-down bridge, a trail heads up and to the left. Follow this along Beauty Creek.
The path splits off at various points, and we recommend following the safer trails further from the canyon walls. You’ll hike past a series of small waterfalls, and the trail peters out into an animal trail at Stanley Falls. Enjoy the rushing water for as long as you like, and then return the way you came.
Insider Hints
This route goes up a beautiful canyon, but beware the trail goes close to the edge and there are no protective barriers. Be very careful with children and hold their hands, as a slip could be fatal.
The views over the Icefields parkway are really special at the start of this hike, and are a great location for a family photo.
Part of this hike goes along the old Icefields Parkway.
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Molly Pineda 4 years ago
Pretty surroundings and waterfalls. Really cold but beautiful. I suggest wearing appropriate shoes and clothes. It's a little too cool for me.
Niamh Gorget 4 years ago
Everything is amazing about his hike! My friends took lots of great photos of me in here. So glad to have such creative and supportive allies.
Max Oxwell 4 years ago
The falls were very picturesque. It's wonderful short hike. Not very challenging, but the views are awesome.
Kristian Valtierie 5 years ago
Very easy and serene area. Climbing up was was fun even though the elevation is not that tremendous. Tons of great spots for picnics and snacks.
Michael M. 5 years ago
It was so sunny when we did our trip. The visibility was awesome and we all had a wonderful time.
Rocco Ellysia 5 years ago
This hike was on the easier side, but it was beautiful. Stanley Falls looks spectacular!
Joshua Zagreb 5 years ago
Easier & shorter trail compared to the others. There were some steep edges, and they look pretty dangerous. I hope they can improve it for safety purposes.
Stella Winster 5 years ago
Completing this hike is very satisfying. Hardly noticed time passed by... So many beautiful attractions. I'm just so in love with it.
Fur Dates 5 years ago
Nice forgiving trail. Just a beautiful place in general. Highly recommend!
Florian L. 5 years ago
The weather was nice, but it was very windy. Dust kept on getting in my eyes. If I knew about this before going here, I could have brought something like safety glasses or the like...