Trail 8c Historic Route
Near Jasper · Jasper National Park
Trail score 49 out of 100, from popularity, scenery and trail quality
About this trail
Trail 8c Historic Route is a 2.3 km out and back trail near Jasper in Jasper National Park. It runs 1.2 km each way. The route gains 62 m in total and tops out at 1,231 m. Hike Alberta rates it easy. Allow about 45 minutes of moving time. Also used for walking and trail running.
- Length
- 2.3km
- 1.2 km each way
- Elevation gain
- 62m
- Estimated time
- 45min
- Moving time
- Route
- Out and back
- Highest point
- 1,231m
- Lowest point
- 1,167m
Elevation profile
1,167 m to 1,231 mHighest point 1,231 m, lowest 1,167 m, 62 m of climbing in total. Steepest sustained grade about 12% over 100 m.
Predicted coverage: 100% of route
0% LTE · 100% 5G
- Longest modelled gap
- 0.0 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.
Good for
- Hiking, Walking, Trail running
- Dog friendly (on leash), Kid friendly
- Historic site
Trailhead
The trail starts at 52.8870° N, 118.0941° W.
Jasper National Park admission
National park admission required
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.
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
Trail data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL
Elevation © Mapterhorn from NRCan HRDEM (Open Government Licence Canada) and Copernicus GLO 30