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Jackman Flats Pine Tree Loop — Jackman Flats Big Dune Trail
Selected outing: Jackman Flats Big Dune Trail
- Loop
- 6.2 km
- Elevation gain
- Not established Minimal; no numeric cumulative gain published
- Walking time
- About 2 hours
- Difficulty
- Unconfirmed Interconnected loop network
complete return/loop itinerary on interconnected trails
Follow the signed Big Dune option through the Jackman Flats network and use the junction map to return to the main parking area. The local guide lists about 6.2 km for this outing, but the named trails interconnect, so adding another branch changes the total. The route crosses sandy ground and open forest with interpretive signs, mountain views and fragile lichen communities. The Big Dune option includes a few steeper sections and links through shorter trails; it is the longest standard outing listed. Stay on the tread: the surrounding lichen is easily damaged by footsteps. Fallen pine trees can obstruct sections after wind.
1. Getting there and parking
From Valemount, travel north on Highway 5 for approximately 12.5 km and take the signed Jackman Flats park turnoff. Use the main trail parking area, where an outhouse is listed. A high-clearance vehicle is not required for the published main access; this is different from the separate horse-trailer approach described on Blackman Road.
Driving access has not been established for this selected route option; check its original sources.
2. Walking the route
Follow the signed Big Dune option through the Jackman Flats network and use the junction map to return to the main parking area. The local guide lists about 6.2 km for this outing, but the named trails interconnect, so adding another branch changes the total. The route crosses sandy ground and open forest with interpretive signs, mountain views and fragile lichen communities. The Big Dune option includes a few steeper sections and links through shorter trails; it is the longest standard outing listed. Stay on the tread: the surrounding lichen is easily damaged by footsteps. Fallen pine trees can obstruct sections after wind.
3. Route map
Mapped named trail
© OpenStreetMap contributors. Route geometry is available under the Open Database License (ODbL) 1.0. · Line source · Open Database License (ODbL) 1.0 · Source-line database: https://hikingprincegeorge.com/data/osm-route-lines.geojson
Partial elevation profile
Partial elevation profile
This chart covers only part of the route. It does not establish the full hike or a return journey.
2.73 km along source section 1 of 1, in its mapped direction.
Approximate 90 m terrain model along this mapped section. Separate sections are not joined. This chart does not measure total trail ascent or establish current access; use the guide’s published outing measurements.
Copernicus GLO-90 terrain elevations via Open-Meteo (CC BY4.0); linework: Open Database License (ODbL) 1.0
Copernicus DEM 2021 GLO-90 via Open-Meteo. Linework source: https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/541648940. Sampled and rounded for display.
Source: https://open-meteo.com/en/licence
Licence: CC BY4.0 elevation data; Open Database License (ODbL) 1.0 linework · https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Profile source checked: 2026-10-18
Published locations
Numbered points match the map. Use the role beside each point. A summit or park reference point is not a parking location.
| Place and role | Coordinates | Source and notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jackman Flats Pine Tree Loop destination reference point | 52.931196 -119.372379 | source-published; not field-verified This point is not a confirmed starting point for the selected route option. https://hikevalemount.com/jackman-flats-provincial-park/ |
5. Camping, facilities and seasons
Season and access
Spring through autumn are the usual walking seasons. Sand and exposed areas can become hot in summer. In winter the network is track-set for cross-country skiing; walking and dog use can damage those prepared tracks, so follow the current winter rules and designated use.
Your trip notes
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