Experience Jasper’s wilderness from Talbot Lake with Currie's Guiding’s rowboat rentals. Perfect for fishing or peaceful paddling, all the gear you need is provided for a hassle-free day on the water.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
Up to 12 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; basic rowing ability recommended
Wildlife
History
Talbot Lake lies within Jasper National Park, established in 1907 as one of Canada’s earliest efforts to preserve mountain wilderness.
Conservation
Jasper’s management emphasizes protecting aquatic habitats; visitors are urged to minimize impact and follow all park regulations.
Currie's Guiding
Experience Jasper’s wilderness from Talbot Lake with Currie's Guiding’s rowboat rentals. Perfect for fishing or peaceful paddling, all the gear you need is provided for a hassle-free day on the water.
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.
Tours Offered
9
Self-guided canoe and rowboat options.
Base Location
Jasper, Alberta
Operating from Jasper National Park.
Boat Types
Canoes & Rowboats
17' Clipper & Scott freighter canoes.
What’s Included
Paddles & Life Jackets
Equipment provided with every rental.
Book a Maligne canoe or lakeside rowboat rental with included paddles and life jackets — plan an independent day on Jasper’s waters.
Bring a valid fishing permit
Parks Canada Fishing Permits are required and can be purchased in Jasper at Jasper Source for Sports or the Astoria Hotel.
Wear layered clothing
Weather on the lake can change quickly; moisture-wicking layers and windproof jackets keep you comfortable.
Check weather conditions before launching
Wind or sudden storms can make rowing difficult and unsafe; plan accordingly.
Secure all gear properly
Use provided ropes and bailing buckets to keep your boat stable and dry during the trip.
PFD (life jacket)
Provided with rental; mandatory for safety on the water.
Waterproof jacket
Protects from sudden rain and wind while on the lake.
spring|summer|fall
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
Shields skin and eyes from strong alpine sunlight.
summer
Fishing gear
Bring your own fishing equipment and valid permit to fish on Talbot Lake.
spring|summer|fall