Canada, Alberta
Glacier after glacier lines a road through the spine of the Canadian Rockies.
Length
232 km
In miles
144.2 mi
Driving time
7 hr 15 min
Atlas rating
9.5 / 10
The run
Lake Louise to Jasper, following the Hwy 93. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Winter driving conditions from October to May
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 23 May 2026
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