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Adolphus Horse

Near Robson Pass · Jasper National Park

Easy · Out and back · Official trail

Trail score 34 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality

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About this trail

Adolphus Horse is a 3.2 km out and back trail near Robson Pass in Jasper National Park. It runs 1.6 km each way. It is close to flat, staying between 1,625 m and 1,648 m. Hike Alberta rates it easy. Allow about 55 minutes of moving time. Along the way you pass a backcountry campground. Much of the route follows Smoky River. Also used for walking and trail running.

Length
3.2km
1.6 km each way
Elevation gain
30m
Estimated time
55min
Moving time
Route
Out and back
Highest point
1,648m
Lowest point
1,625m

Elevation profile

1,625 m to 1,648 m
1,6481,625 0 km1.6 km

Highest point 1,648 m, lowest 1,625 m, 30 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 9% over 100 m.

Predicted coverage: 0% of route

0% LTE · 0% 5G

Longest modelled gap
1.6 km
Model
2024 · Natural Resources Canada

Predicted coverage is not guaranteed. It varies by carrier, terrain, weather, device and network load, and it does not guarantee emergency service.

Along the way

  1. 0.4 kmAdolphus HorseBackcountry campground

Good for

  • Hiking, Walking, Trail running
  • Dog friendly (on leash), Kid friendly
  • River or creek, Camping

Trailhead

The trail starts at 53.1929° N, 119.1124° W.

Driving directions

Jasper National Park admission

National park admission required

Buy Discovery Pass

Pass details

Visitors spending time in a national park need valid daily admission or a Parks Canada Discovery Pass. Admission is separate from camping, reservations, parking and other service fees.

Information checked October 21, 2026.

Official details

Before you go

Carry an offline map and plan for no service in backcountry areas. Trails close for wildlife, fire, weather and construction. Check the official sources:

Nearby trails

All 273 trails in Jasper National Park

Parks Canada trail data, Open Government Licence Canada
Elevation © Mapterhorn from NRCan HRDEM (Open Government Licence Canada) and Copernicus GLO 30