Hi, I would say at a moderate pace, with stops for pictures about 3 hrs.

Hi we couldn't walk the trail, we could only see it from the road. Such a shame as it was on our list of to do's

Hi Anna, Yes I believe it is closed. This is due to flooding that washed out the carpark. Its taking time to rebuild and I understand Parks Canada has closed all access by cars until the work is complete. Check the Parks Canada website for updates or befriend a Jasper facebook page to stay up to date for reopening of the Edith Cavell Road.

It is around 15 mins to 20 mins walk. It is family friendly trail from parking to viewing point. Most people turn around after admiring Mt Edith Cavell from here. After doing the loop hike, I have to admit that was the best view on the whole hike here. Well worth to wake up early and get in line to get a permit :)

Travel to Edith Cavell is greatly reduced this year. To limit the number of visitors, every carload must have a pass to get in on any given day. Our guide had a permit, so we went in without an additional pass.

The walk to the first viewpoint of the glacier will be fine. Anything more I would suggest that you have to carry all the way as it is not suitable for a buggy

There a couple of levels. To the first point where you get a good view of the lake and glacier you could take a stroller and young child. Suggest that this should be the limit of your ambitions but worth doing Enjoy

The upper trail to the meadow can be steep in places. The lower trail is shorter and easier.

No you can not unfortunately. Due to Parks Canada Woodland Caribou Conservation Action, dogs are not permitted in the restricted area including the Tonquin Valley.