From mild to wild rafting in Jasper National park. Season starts in May and ends late September.
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
Explore Jasper Tips
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.
Whistlers Mountain
Fairly steep elevation gain to the top terminal of the Jasper Tramway. This route is recommended after the snow has disappeared. If you ever hiked in iso thermal snow, you will know what I am talking about.
Activities for the Spring
Spring is a great time to switch over from snow activities to the summer fun. If you are still into winter activities, the alpine will still have snow till late June or head down to the Icefields and explore around there. I will list some great activities that you can...
Top 5 Activities in Spring
Top activities you can do in Jasper in the Spring. A list in no particular order, just a hint of what is available here in Jasper National Park.
Horseshoe Lake
This lake often gets busy when the temperature rises. Great place for a picnic and a dip in the deep waters.
Watch out for Wildlife
Any time of year to watch out for wildlife on the roads. Slow down and enjoy the scenery! Pull over to let other traffic by.
Tangle Creek
Just right off the Icefield Parkway, a pull out just on the southbound lane. Great place to take a rest stop.
Jasper House
A historical site of Jasper House. old remnant of their homestead remains. This is not where the viewpoint lies.
River Classes
Find out what level of difficulty are you comfortable with when you run a river.
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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