Snow Dome · Kitchener Route

About this trail

Snow Dome · Kitchener Route is a 13.6 km out and back trail in Jasper National Park. It runs 6.8 km each way. The route gains 731 m in total and tops out at 3,457 m. Hike Alberta rates it expert. Allow about 7 hours of moving time. At 4.8 km a 1.7 km T4 side branch with the same name splits off. The distance and climb above follow this route only, not its branches. Expect scrambling and exposure; this is mountain terrain. The T4 alpine hiking section starts at 4.8 km and runs to the turnaround point. Also used for scrambling.

Highest point 3,457 m, lowest 3,082 m, 731 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 28% over 100 m.

Along the way

1. 2.3 kmSnow DomeSummit · 3,458 m

Good for

• Hiking, Scrambling
• Dog friendly (on leash)
• Views, Glacier, Alpine

Trailhead

The trail starts at 52.1688° N, 117.3242° W.

Driving directions

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:

• Jasper closures and bulletins
• Alberta Parks advisories and closures
• Avalanche Canada
• Alberta wildfire status

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