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4.57 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.57
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Icefields Parkway (Alberta, Canada)

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By Blesk (15 McR Points) on Jan 23, 2012

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Vicaero
2 McR Points
July 23, 2012
This is a great stretch of blacktop that runs…
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Fuzzy
52 McR Points
March 24, 2020
One of the highlights on the route towards Alaska…
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Written Directions

Take Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 west out of Banff. Continue on AB-93 north to Jasper National Park.
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"Arguably the nicest road in Canada. Spectacular vistas cutting through beautiful mountain passes, with more than 100 ancient glaciers. Stop at Lake Louise for a fabulous view behind the hotel. Very crowded parking lot, but ask for the motorcycle parking. Amazing ride."

Scenery

This ride takes you through the heart of the Canadian Rockies past teal glacial lakes. Some of the most beautiful mountain scenery in North America!

Drive Enjoyment

Good quality pavement all the way through, fair amount of twists and turns. There might be a fair amount of RV traffic during peak season.

Tourism Opportunities

Not much along the way, so standard Canadian travel rules apply (i.e. fill up every time you get a chance). Longest stretch without gas stations is about 150 klicks between Sasketchewan River Crossing and Jasper.
 

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PaulC
April 13, 2020
812 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Arguably the nicest road in Canada. Spectacular vistas cutting through beautiful mountain passes, with more than 100 ancient glaciers. Stop at Lake Louise for a fabulous view behind the hotel. Very crowded parking lot, but ask for the motorcycle parking. Amazing ride.
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ArtieBar64
April 16, 2020
32 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Touring
Beautiful scenery! Watch for wildlife, tourists, RVers! Not a speedy route (posted 70-90 kmh). Lots of traffic in summer! Weather can change dramatically in a short period of time! Be prepared!
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December 13, 2020
164 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
Like Hwy 40 in Kannanaskis this ride is a laid back cruise with a heavy, heavy, heavy emphasis on scenery. Jaw dropping scenery. Ride it on a clear day if you can. Avoid the side trip to Lake Louise, in summer, as you may be stuck all day in traffic just getting up to the parking lot.
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