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HI Beauty Creek
Wilderness Hostel
HI Beauty Creek Wilderness Hostel
Jasper National Park, Alberta
Fire up the panoramic setting on your camera! HI Beauty Creek is on the edge of the Sunwapta River, a wide open tract of land and water perfect for spotting caribou, wolves and other wildlife or just for stargazing at night.
Summer Seasons
May 1st to Oct 12th,: Open 7 days a week
Winter Seasons
Nov 20 to Jan 5: Open 7 days a week
Jan 6 to Feb 11: Open 5 days a week, Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
- Amazing views across the Sunwapta River
- Best stargazing in the darkest part of Jasper
- Off-grid living: limited solar electricity, potable water provided, no showers or flush toilets.
Check-in: 17:00 - 22:00 (May to September) & 17:00 - 21:00 (October to April). Arrivals outside check-in times cannot be accommodated.
Check-out: 10:00
The hostel is closed during the day between 10:00 to 17:00 for maintenance.
Winter tires are mandatory on the Icefields Parkway from Nov. 1st to April 1st.
View our seasonal schedule
A glimpse of the hostel
Rooms & Beds
Shared Rooms
Shared Room
Dream up your next adventure in one of our two mixed-gender shared rooms in the woods with 6 or 14 bunk beds.
Group Bookings
HI Beauty Creek is a rustic facility with mind blowing views. Sit by the fire pit and look upriver to the glaciers or hang out on the dock in the pond. This charming location has just been improved with the addition of a new dorm building and is an excellent stopping point along the Icefields Parkway. We welcome groups of up to 20.
We took our annual May long weekend trip to Jasper in the Northern Rocky Mountains and rather than stay at an expensive hotel, we chose to check out the Athabasca Falls Wilderness Hostel. What an awesome surprise it was!
...it is a wilderness hostel, not a Hilton and this all adds to the charm of the place. The hostel is in a beautiful location next to the river and there are hammocks and picnic table so people can enjoy the peace.
Just behind the hostel is a nice area with a gorgeous view and a nice stream. Had the weather been nicer we would've enjoyed walking up and down it a bit more.
It took some work to get the heat on but the rest of the experience was fantastic. Endless hiking options, relaxing evenings by the river, and some great stargazing at night.
Mt. Edith Cavell
Mt. Edith Cavell is a breathtaking hiking area featuring a towering mountain and an active glacier—a must-see for nature enthusiasts!
Seasonal closures are in effect from November 1st through May 15th, with restrictions until June 14th.
For full access to Mount Edith Cavell and its trails, plan your visit between mid-June and mid-October.
Maligne Lake
Maligne Lake, the largest in the Canadian Rockies, is renowned for its stunning beauty. Enjoy boat rentals and explore its serene waters!
Please note that there are partial closures on the south side of Maligne Lake (but not including the lake to the Maligne pass from November 1 through and including May 15.
The Bald Hills Trail
The Bald Hills Trail is one of Jasper's top hikes, offering spectacular 360° views. This moderately challenging trail takes 3-5 hours to complete.
Please note that The Bald Hills Trail in Jasper National Park is open year-round. But certain weather conditions can increase avalanche hazards at higher elevations.
HI Member Discounts
Tap into HI's huge network of discounts the moment you get your membership card. You can keep saving while you travel and long after you get back.
