![]() ![]() Some will take you right into town, while others connect Pyramid Lake to Patricia Lake. ![]() If you’re into mountain biking, there are some fantastic trails in the Pyramid Lake area. There are Great Bike Trails Around Pyramid Lake Serving up breakfast, lunch (take away), and dinner, you can expect an intimate setting complete with dishes like Wilde Boar Pâté, Duck Confit, and Braised Alberta Venison. The Pines Restaurant is easily one of the most romantic places to eat in Jasper. The Pines Restaurant is located at the resort and is one of the only Jasper restaurants not in downtown Jasper. The Pines Restaurant at Pyramid Lake Resort Away from Downtown Jasper, so you can enjoy nature, but still only a few minutes drive away so you can easily enjoy town amenities. Sitting right on Pyramid Lake, its location in the park is amazing. Pyramid Lake Resort is an amazing property in Jasper that cannot be beaten. ![]() Pyramid Lake Resort is Simply Amazing Staying at Pyramid Lake Resort We visited in late November and found people were already skating on Pyramid Lake, though you should properly check the ice thickness to make sure it is safe if planning to skate this early. Pyramid Lake Resort maintains a section for ice skating on the lake and snowshoe tours, fat biking, and even horse-drawn carriages. Pyramid Lake completely freezes over in the winter, and by the end of December, it turns into a winter wonderland. I’ve been writing a lot about Jasper’s summer when winter in Jasper is equally as amazing. You Can Ice Skate on Pyramid Lake in the Winter Pyramid Lake in November On a warm summer day, one can easily enjoy the refreshing water at Pyramid Lake. However, I was pleasantly surprised that at Pyramid Lake, I could swim in the water without feeling like my heart would stop. Nearby Maligne Lake, Medicine Lake, Lake Annette, Beauvert, and Edith nearly took my breath away when I jumped in. It’s hard to find lakes in the Canadian Rockies that are warm enough to swim in for an extended period of time. If you are lucky, you can get a photo of Pyramid Island without anyone walking across the bridge (patience is key here).ĭon’t miss the rustic shelter on the island, which is recognized as a Federal Heritage Building built in 1933 during the Great Depression. For the best photos, head here at sunrise and sunset. There are benches for ceremonies with a million-dollar view to look out to. It’s possible to even rent out a section of the island as a venue. There are only 5 parking spots on the road, but we have never had a problem getting one in both the winter and summer. When walking onto Pyramid Island from the mainland, you can easily see Pyramid Mountain positioned perfectly above the island. ![]() From the bridge, you can easily see the Jasper Skytram and Mount Edith Cavell. There is a beautiful bridge that connects Pyramid Island to the mainland, and it’s not only beautiful to walk across but also one of the best photo spots in Jasper. You can access Pyramid Island from the water if you are paddling up or easily access it from the road. It’s about 2 km past Pyramid Lake Resort and 7.5 km from the town of Jasper. Pyramid Island is a small island on Pyramid Lake. You Can Visit Pyramid Island Pyramid Island If you are a runner, a great workout is running to Pyramid Lake and back in the early morning or evening. Pyramid Lake is also well connected to town via several bike trails and paths. So even if you only have a half-hour to spare while visiting Jasper, you can easily make a trip to Pyramid Lake and see its beauty. Unlike many of the Banff lakes, which can seem like a trek to get to from town, Pyramid Lake is only 5 km from town down Pyramid Lake Road. Pyramid Lake is Downtown Jasper Downtown Jasper Whether it’s in the winter or summer, the view of Pyramid Mountain is sure to impress. It’s near impossible to miss the sight of Pyramid Mountain from the town of Jasper, but it is certainly impossible to miss the mountain once you are at Pyramid Lake. Pyramid Lake is nestled right over the iconic Pyramid Mountain it’s one of the many small lakes left behind by retreating glaciers in the area. It Sits Right Under Pyramid Mountain The iconic Pyramid Mountain If you’re a fisherman, don’t forget your rod before visiting as you can fish in this lake! It’s also a very popular lake for fishing in the summer. Perfect for kayaking, canoeing, or stand up paddleboarding. Out of many of the area’s lakes, I actually found Pyramid Lake to have some of the calmest waters. There are a lot of fantastic lakes to paddle around in Jasper, and Pyramid Lake is no exception. Paddling on Pyramid Lake on a warm summer day ![]()
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