Mount Robson Provincial Park

Park Park protecting Mount Robson, highest Canadian Rockies summit

Protected park in British Columbia centered on Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies; visitors tackle the Berg Lake trail, photograph glaciers and view dense montane forests.

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Mount Robson Provincial Park is a provincial park in British Columbia that protects the Mount Robson massif, whose summit at 3,954 meters is the highest point in the Canadian Rockies. The park was established to conserve the mountain, glaciers, rivers, and surrounding alpine ecosystems.

Trail access from the Yellowhead Highway leads into forested valleys and alpine meadows that give way to glacier-carved cirques and lakes. The Berg Lake corridor is the park’s best-known multi-day hike and provides close views of glaciers, icefalls, and the north face of Mount Robson.

The park was created in the early 20th century to protect the Mount Robson area and its alpine landscapes. Since establishment, it has been managed for conservation, recreation, and backcountry use with established trail corridors and campsites.

The park lies in eastern British Columbia along the Yellowhead Highway corridor, with the town of Valemount the nearest service center to the west and Alberta to the east.

  • Highest peak: The park protects the Mount Robson massif, whose summit reaches 3,954 meters, the highest point in the Canadian Rockies.
  • Berg Lake trail: The Berg Lake trail is the park's signature multi-day route and provides direct glacier and summit views; permits and good weather planning are advised for overnight trips.

What to See #

  • Berg Lake: Located at the base of Mount Robson, this alpine lake receives ice and icebergs from the Robson Glacier and is a focal point of the park's most famous multi-day hike.
  • Mount Robson: The park's namesake and the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3,954 meters, forming a dramatic north face above Berg Lake and the Robson River valley.
  • Kinney Lake: A wide glacial lake along the main trail corridor that provides early scenic views of the surrounding peaks and valley forestland and is a common first camping point for hikers heading to Berg Lake.
Mount Robson Provincial Park
Yellowhead Highway (BC-16), Mount Robson Provincial Park, British Columbia, Canada
52.8000, -118.6691
Mount Robson Visitor Centre: Daily 8:30am-5:00pm (seasonal; check BC Parks)
Park entry subject to BC Parks regulations; day-use is free but backcountry permits may be required for campsites. Check BC Parks for current fees.

How to Get to Mount Robson Provincial Park #

Mount Robson Provincial Park is reached via the Yellowhead Highway (BC-16). The Mount Robson Visitor Centre is located near Valemount; from there trailheads such as the Berg Lake Trail are signposted. The nearest major service towns are Valemount and Jasper (Alberta). Park roads can be seasonal-check BC Parks for updates.

Tips for Visiting Mount Robson Provincial Park #

  • Drive the Yellowhead Highway (BC-16) toward Valemount, then follow the Mount Robson Provincial Park access road to the Visitor Centre-avoid heavy snow in winter.
  • Stop at the Mount Robson Visitor Centre for park updates and trail conditions; rangers provide current information on weather and closures.
  • Hike to the Berg Lake and Emperor Falls viewpoints early in the day to avoid crowds and to catch the light on the north face.

Best Time to Visit Mount Robson Provincial Park #

Summer months offer the most reliable trail access and open visitor services; aim for July-August for the warmest conditions and longest service hours.

Summer (June-September)
June-September · 5°C to 20°C (41°F to 68°F)
Prime season for hiking the Berg Lake Trail and for clear views of Mount Robson's north face; most services open.
Late Spring (May-June)
May-June · 0°C to 10°C (32°F to 50°F)
Trail conditions can be variable with lingering snow; fewer people but wetter trails.
Autumn (September-October)
September-October · -2°C to 12°C (28°F to 54°F)
Crisp air and autumn colours; services start to close and early snow is possible.

Weather & Climate near Mount Robson Provincial Park #

Climate

Mount Robson Provincial Park's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in December). Temperatures range from -16°C to 15°C. Moderate rainfall (1000 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
15°
Warmest Month
-16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -15°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-15° -6°

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-14° -4°

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-12° -3°

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (101 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 10°

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (101 mm).

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-12° -4°

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is the coldest month with highs of -7°C and lows of -16°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-16° -7°

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

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