However, the clear view of the Athabasca River Valley remains, and one can hike to the crest of the Palisade from Pyramid Lake. This hike is approximately  from the lake to the crest and the elevation gain is approximately .
The clear sight of the Athabasca River Valley persists, allowing for a hike to the top of the Palisade from Pyramid Lake. This trail spans approximately  from the lake to the peak with an elevation rise of around .