Columbia Icefield & Glaciers in Calgary — FAQ

What is the Columbia Icefield?
It is a vast field of glaciers in the Rockies, where the Athabasca Glacier can be visited by special ice-explorer vehicle.
What is the Columbia Icefield Skywalk?
The Skywalk is a glass-floored platform that juts out over a glacier-carved valley for a thrilling, vertigo-inducing view.
Is the Icefields Parkway worth driving?
Yes — the parkway between Lake Louise and Jasper is one of the world’s most scenic drives, lined with glaciers, lakes and peaks.