Saskatchewan River Crossing, Alberta

Saskatchewan River Crossing is a locality in western Alberta, Canada.

It was named "The Crossing", when travellers and fur traders used this spot to cross the North Saskatchewan River on their way to British Columbia in the 19th century.

[1] It lies as the confluence of the North Saskatchewan River with Howse River and Mistaya River in the Canadian Rockies and is the starting point for tours on the Columbia Icefield and other scenic hiking trails.

It is the only place offering basic services between Lake Louise and Jasper, including gasoline, restaurant, and lodging.

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