Snowshoes are provided. Guests are required to wear warm winter gear. We suggest a winter jacket, snow pants, gloves, winter footwear and warm socks, and a toque or balaclava. In addition, snow goggles are great for sun glare and windier days. The Source for Sports can fit you with a winter jacket and pants. A light backpack is also a good idea to carry your camera, water, and snacks.

You do not need experience of snowshoeing for this tour. The guides will show you exactly what to do. You just have to be comfortable walking outside.

The guide to guest ratio is 1:12.

This tour is for ages 6yrs and up. Child carriers are not permitted. Children and Youth must be accompanied by an adult.

To cancel your booking with a full refund please contact us 24 hours prior to departure.

We pick up from any accommodation in the Jasper townsite as well as some outlier accommodations. We pick up from the following outlier hotels: Jasper Park Lodge, Pine Bungalows, Tekarra Lodge, Alpine Village, Jasper House Bungalows, Beckers Chalets, Patricia Lake Bungalows, and Pyramid Lake Resort. We encourage guests, if possible, to meet at a central location like the VIA Station (Totem Pole) or the Jasper Adventure Centre. This expedites pickups for scheduled tours.

Sunwapta Resort, Wapiti Campground, Wabasso Campground, Whistlers Campground, Athabasca HI Hostel, Maligne Canyon HI Hostel, Miette Mountain Cabins, Overlander Lodge, Jasper East Gate Cabins and any accommodation in Hinton.

Please be prepared for the mountain weather. The Weather in Jasper can change quickly and our winter tours run up to -25C (-17F). Wind chill can change the temperature dramatically and you will be outside for the majority of your tour, if you have any doubts please call our office for specialist advice.

While the terrain is primarily downhill, guests should be prepared for uneven terrain, slide on bottom, move up and down stairs. If you can climb a ladder this tour is for you.
If you have any concerns please reach out to our friendly staff

Yes! the youngest child that can participate in the Icewalk is 6 years old.

Parents with infants in slings or backpacks unfortunately we are unable to accommodate due to the ability to hinge at the waist and move effectively through the canyon.

Due to the nature of the Pleckaitis Canyon it is unsafe for pets or service animals to participate in this tour.