Cavell Lake hike
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Cavell Lake hike
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Cavell Lake is a quick hike that allows you to enjoy the pretty views of Cavell Lake, below Mount Edith Cavell. This is a good hike for families to stretch their legs.
Getting there
From Jasper, head south on Highway 93. After 4.0mi turn right onto Highway 93A, signed for either Marmot Basin or Mount Edith Cavell. After 3.2mi turn right and begin the ascent up to the Tonquin Valley Parking Lot. Park across from the Youth Hostel in a roadside parking lot.
About
| When to do | May-October |
| Backcountry Campsites | No |
| Pets allowed | Yes |
| Family friendly | Yes |
| Route Signage | Average |
| Crowd Levels | Moderate |
| Route Type | Out and back |
Cavell Lake
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Route Description for Cavell Lake
The walk to Cavell Lake is an easy hike to do if you’re heading up to the other walks at Cavell Meadows, and this is also the starting point to hikes into the Tonquin Valley.
Park alongside the road, but make sure not to park in the Youth Hostels parking lot. From here, find the trail and walk down a hill until you come to a bridge.
At the bridge you can enjoy wonderful views of Cavell Lake and the surrounding mountains, and also explore a bit on a dirt trail that goes a short distance around Cavell Lake.
Return the way you came.
Insider Hints
Cavell Lake is an easy and quick hike, and offers a nice viewpoint.
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Max Oxwell 4 years ago
This trail is pretty easy. Nice place to explore. My kids enjoyed the beautiful views.
Kristian Valtierie 5 years ago
Super easy walk. Perfect for all ages. We're so in love with it!
Clark Hermano 5 years ago
One of the most accessible hikes in the park. Easy to enter and explore. Might go there more often.
Alex Lavinson 5 years ago
It was pretty impressive for a short hike. Not that heavily trafficked as well.
Jaina L. 6 years ago
Terrific hike that offers nice views. Stunning panoramic view of the mountains. The lake was worth seeing too!
Agfa P. 6 years ago
We enjoyed the wonderful views of Cavell Lake at the bridge. There's a dirt trail that goes a short distance around Cavell Lake.
2026 years ago
"This hike starts at Tonquin Valley.
2026 years ago
"We had a hassle-free, quick hike here. Views were remarkable.