Check-in is at the Astoria Hotel, 404 Connaught Drive in downtown Jasper; allow 10–15 minutes to pick up keys and equipment.

How long is the rental?

This is a full day, self-guided rental (up to 12 hours); boats are locked at the dock and must be returned as found.

Do I need a fishing licence?

Yes — a Parks Canada fishing licence is required and can be purchased at checkout or at the Astoria Hotel.

Can I use an electric motor?

Electric motors are permitted; to operate one you must hold a valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC). Extra batteries and motor rentals are available at the Astoria Hotel.

Is prior rowing experience required?

No prior experience is required; the boats are stable and easy to handle, but check mobility concerns with the operator before booking.

What is the cancellation policy?

Full refund with 48 hours notice. Weather-related cancellations are handled case-by-case by the operator.

Rowboat Rental at Pyramid Lake: Sight-Fishing Talbot Lake Near Jasper

Rowboat Rental - Pyramid Lake (NEW) offers a rare alpine day on the water just outside Jasper. Leave downtown at the Astoria Hotel (404 Connaught Drive) to pick up a stable rowing skiff, oars, PFDs and maps before a 25-minute drive east on Highway 16 to Talbot Lake. Talbot Lake is extraordinary: at an average depth of 4.5 feet the water is crystal clear, letting you watch weedbeds and northern pike as if from a glass boat. This is one of only four mountain pike lakes in North America, and that rarity defines the trip. On the lake you’ll row along shallow margins where pike ambush in weed structure, or use an optional electric motor to quietly cover more water. Sight-fishing here is intimate—track a stalking pike, lay a cast and see the strike in vivid detail. The surrounding Rockies frame the shore with serrated ridgelines and talus slopes; wind off the peaks can turn a serene morning into a brisk test of seamanship, so plan accordingly. Currie’s Guiding / 1656296 Alberta Ltd. operates the rentals; check-in is at the Astoria Hotel in downtown Jasper. Boats are locked at the dock at Talbot and come with life jackets and basic safety gear. Rentals are self-guided, maximum four guests and two per boat recommended for the best fishing and comfort. Electric motors are permitted; operating one requires a valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC). Rods, tackle and Parks Canada fishing licences are available as add-ons at checkout. Why book this experience? Unlike crowded lowland reservoirs, Talbot’s shallow clarity turns fishing into a visual sport. Even if the pike are finning in the weeds more than biting, the alpine setting—paved Highway 16 access, easy launch, and dramatic mountain vistas—makes it a full-day escape within reach of Jasper. It’s also flexible: family-friendly boats that require no prior experience, or a technical sight-fishing day for anglers chasing sight-casts. Practical notes: start early for calmer water and clearer light; monitor mountain weather; return boats locked as you found them. Self-guided trips are undertaken at the guest’s own risk; cancellations follow the operator’s 48-hour policy. If you want more guidance, Currie’s Guiding offers gear and motor rentals at the Astoria Hotel, and local staff can point you toward the lake’s best weed edges. For visitors based in Jasper, this rental converts a short drive into a day of close-up wildlife watching, precise casting, and mountain panoramas—an unusually intimate way to experience the Rockies from the surface of a glassy, shallow lake. Bring polarized lenses to watch fish below the surface, pack a thermos for long afternoons, and consider renting the electric motor if you want to cover more water without tiring your arms and catching memories.

About Currie's Guiding

Currie's Guiding is a Jasper, Alberta–based outfitter specializing in self-guided canoe and rowboat rentals on Maligne Lake and a network of lakes across Jasper National Park. The company offers a range of watercraft including a 17' Clipper Spirit canoe for Maligne Lake and sturdy Scott freighter canoes for access to Fisherman's Bay and Coronet Creek campgrounds. Rentals include paddles and life jackets, and select locations provide fishing permits when required.

Currie's Guiding focuses on simple, self-planned lake experiences suited to families, anglers, and visitors seeking a peaceful day on the water. Available launch points include Maligne, Patricia, Beaver, Moab, Talbot, Pyramid, and Cabin Lakes, with each rental stocked with essential safety gear. Guests are encouraged to bring personal fishing equipment where permitted; several lake listings specifically highlight fishing opportunities.

For safety and convenience, each rental is prepared with flotation devices and paddling equipment; the freighter canoe option is designed for trips that access remote campsites reachable only by boat. Booking information, rental durations, and specific lake access details are provided at time of reservation to help visitors plan logistics within Jasper National Park.

Currie's Guiding emphasizes clear, equipment-inclusive rentals to enable independent exploration of Jasper’s lakes. The business operates from Jasper, Alberta, and maintains a straightforward rental model that lets visitors control pace and itinerary while providing the required boating gear for safe, self-guided outings. Detailed maps and basic orientation are available at pick-up so renters can identify launch points, lake features, and safe routes before departure within local regulations.