Jasper is a dark sky preserve and northern lights happens ever so often.
Travel tips and resources
I travel when I have time and when the funds can support the habit. I realize that you have reached this website from various means and you are in search of travel tips, information on what to do and explore. I will do my best to help you out by posting information on what you might encounter when visiting Jasper National Park, Alberta and even some other part of the country. Just drop me a comment below, if you have specific questions about Jasper National Park.
I like to also add I am not affiliated with Park Canada, Tourism Jasper or the Municipality of Jasper, I am a resident of Jasper and will supply you with a local’s point of view. I also get submissions to post on this site, so if it is not totally accurate, don’t blame me, I will do my best to source out the most accurate information I can.
View from atop Pyramid Peak
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A typical view of Jasper – Lake Edith
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The list of travel tips and resources below will evolve over time, so check back often for updates. Contact us for quick reply.
Old Fort Point
This place get real busy in the summer, specially on the weekends. It is a starting place for many trailheads. It is also the take out spot for rafters.
5 Top Activities for winter
Jasper National Park has a plethora of activities to do for all seasons. In the Winter, Snowshoe, XCski, Alpine Ski, Snowboarding, Ski-Tour, Fat biking, Magic carpets, Sleigh Rides, Ice Climbing, Canyon Crawling…
Medicine Lake
Medicine Lake named “disappearing lake”. When it is summer time, the lake fills from drainage from Maligne river, in the fall, the lake starts to drain through the karst system.
Activity Centre
Jasper Activity Centre is a fitness & aquatic facility. A recreation centre for the public.
Summer Paid Parking in Effect
Jasper has implemented paid parking in the downtown core. New to 2021
2021 Camping Jasper National Park
Exciting news on the opening of Whistlers Campground after two and half years in renovations. Jasper National Park.
Maligne Lake
Maligne Lake is a must see and the most photographed area. You probably have seen Spirit Island all over the world.
Lake Edith
Lake Edith is quite a shallow glacial feed lake. For most days, you will be able to see the bottom of this lake.
Lac Beauvert
Looking for some place to hangout or walk? Lac Beauvert is located next to Jasper Park Lodge.
Benefits of closed roads
Getting to enjoy roads without vehicles is a benefit for cyclists and hikers alike. Watch for more news about Jasper National Park.
Discovery Trail
This trail will introduce you to the nature and history of Jasper. Look for signs, maps, markers and kiosks to guide your way. There are a few steep inclines on the northwest section of trail.
Rocky Mountain Flowers
New photos updated 2021 – wildflowers of the rocky mountains. Jasper National Park. A great collection of flora. Check back regularly.
It’s Time To Find A Place
One of the most important issues living in Jasper.
Snaring Road
This road is mostly used for the Snaring campsite and the Snaring Camping overflow.In the winter, the sloughs gets used if the ice is right, skating is a big hit.
Columbia Icefield
Close to the Banff borderThe largest accessible icefield in the Canadian Rockies, shimmering glacial ice and snow cover some 389 sq. km. (233 sq. mi.). An exciting 55 minute Snow coach Tour will take you out onto the Athabasca Glacier, a tongue of the Columbia...
Lake Annette
A day use area for swimming, bbq’s, picnics, hiking, biking or just throw frisbee or ball around.
Valley of the Five Lakes
Valley of Five lakes photos updated 2021. A popular trail for visitors and locals of Jasper National Park.
May long weekend 2021
Long weekend in Jasper. The campgrounds were busy, some even full. Lots of activities going about.
Rafting – Season Begins
From mild to wild rafting in Jasper National park. Season starts in May and ends late September.
Tour Outfitters LINKS
- Walks and Talks Jasper (Guided Hiking Tours)
- Jasper Park Fishing (Guided Fishing)
- Alpine Art Eco-Tours (Guided Eco Tours)
- Maligne Rafting Adventures (Rafting Tours)
- Jasper’s Whitewater Rafting Company (Rafting Tours)
- Rocky Mountain River Guides (Rafting Tours)
- Jasper Raft Tours (Rafting Tours)
- Jasper Rafting Adventures (Rafting & Wildlife Tours)
Shops & Services LINKS
- Spa Jasper (Massage & Spa Services)
- My Jasper Nanny (Childcare & Dog Sitting Services)
- Edge Control (Ski & Outdoor Store)
- On-Line Sport & Tackle (Fishing Guides & Outdoor Store)
- Weddings Jasper (Wedding Services Listing)
- Jasper Park Chamber (Jasper Chamber of Commerce
- L & W Restaurant
- Syrahs of Jasper Restaurant
- Jasper Canada Day ( Commitee )
BUNGALOWS / CABINS
LODGING WEST IN BC
- Mica Mountain Lodge
(Located near Mount Robson, half an hour to the
Jasper National Park boundary) - Dreamcatcher Inn
(Located near Valemount Just over an hour west of Jasper)
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