How Long Is the Athabasca River?

The Athabasca River is a river in Alberta, Canada, which originates at the Columbia Icefield in Jasper National Park and flows more than 1,231 km before emptying into Lake Athabasca.

How big is the Athabasca River?

The Athabasca River is the longest river in Alberta (1,538 km). The first 168 km (located in Jasper National Park) are designated as a Canadian Heritage River.

Can you swim in Athabasca River?

“You can roll a rock on top of your foot and get stuck.” According to McAree, if a person loses control in moving water, the safest technique is to lay on their back and float with the current until it is safe to try and swim to shore. The Athabasca, however, is a totally different beast.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.