Athabasca County Trails

Athabasca Landing Trail

The Athabasca Landing Trail is an historical trail used by klondikers heading to the Yukon and fur traders who wanted to access the Hudson’s Bay Company outlet in Athabasca Landing (known today as Athabasca). Today, the trail comprises part of the Trans Canada Trail and is being restored to its historic purpose. Eventually, the trail will be 150km long, connecting Edmonton to Athabasca and beyond.

The trail from Athabasca to Colinton is relatively flat and approximately 10km. Parking is available behind the SS Athabasca Car Wash in Athabasca.

Peace River Trail

The Old Peace River Trail and adjacent Athabasca River were core corridors by foot, horse and canoe for First Nations people. This is a spectacular wilderness area with interesting native flora and fauna and views of the Athabasca River. Moose, elk, deer, wolves, black bear and most boreal mammals are abundant. Bald eagles and other raptors make their permanent homes in this area.
 
This 60km trail is an historical wilderness trail through primal boreal forest on Arctic-bound trunk of the Trans Canada Trail.