1. Athabasca Glacier is one of the iconic glaciers located in the Canadian Rockies, specifically in Banff National Park. It is the most visited glacier in North America and is considered as the largest glacier in the Columbia Icefield. The glacier is around six kilometers long and covers an area of six square kilometers. The Athabasca Glacier is a remnant of the ancient ice sheet which once covered the entire area and extends up to the Continental Divide. One interesting feature of this glacier is that it is constantly shifting and moving due to the climate change which affects this part of the world. This glacier provides a unique opportunity for visitors to walk on the ice and experience the beauty of the Canadian Rockies up close.
2. The Athabasca Glacier is open to visitors from May to September every year. The working hours vary depending on the season, but it is generally open from 7 am to 8 pm during the peak season. The admission tickets can be bought at the glacier visitor’s centre. The phone number for the glacier visitor centre is +1 780-852-6236.
3. The admission tickets to the Athabasca Glacier can be bought at the visitor’s centre. The tickets range from $14.95 to $105.95 depending on the type of activity and tour chosen. The transportation to the glacier is provided by the private tour operators or visitors can drive their own vehicles up to the glacier. There is a parking lot at the base of the glacier where visitors can park their cars. The glacier is located on the Icefield Parkway, which is a scenic drive from Banff to Jasper, approximately 2.5 hours away.
