Dawn light catches the peak of Pyramid Mountain which is reflected in Pyramid Lake, in Jasper Alberta Canada
Pyramid Mountain is a mountain in Jasper National Park, Alberta, named for its pyramid-like shape. James Hector named the mountain in 1859 due to its appearance from the Athabasca River valley on the eastern side of the peak. Part of the Victoria Cross Range in the Athabasca River Valley the mountain is in the major headwater for the Athabasca River. The peak is just under 10 km (6 mi) north-west of the town of Jasper. The mountain is a relatively easy scramble on the eastern slopes. These slopes can be reached by following a steep fire road from the parking lot at Pyramid Lake, km (3 mi) South-East of the peak. Elevation 9075ft Pyramid Lake is kidney-shaped lake in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada. It lies at the foot of Pyramid Mountain, a natural landmark that overlooks the town of Jasper. Pyramid Lake has a total area of km2 ( sq mi) and discharges in Athabasca River through the 2 km ( mi) long Pyramid Creek. Several picnic sites are established on the shores of the lake, as well as boat ramps. Hotel accommodations are also available on the lake. Pyramid Lake is connected by hiking trails to the town of Jasper, and other touristic sites such as Pyramid Mountain, Patricia Lake and Cabin Lake.
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Location: Pyramid lake, Jasper, Alberta Canada
Photo credit: © Niall Ferguson / Alamy / Afripics
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