Jasper, Canada

What to do in Jasper, Canada

Jasper National Park

This spectacle of nature encompasses an astounding 4,200 square miles of wilderness with more than 600 miles of hiking trails, glaciers and cliffs to climb, water sports, and a thriving community of diverse wildlife.

Sight Flight

Take a Cessna for a sight-seeing ride above Jasper National Park for a thrilling bird's-eye view of this incredible preserve.

White-Water Rafting

Wild or mild - choose your speed! Float or plunge down the Athabsaca and Whirlpool Rivers on your own or with a guide who adds depth to the excitement with tales of local folklore and interesting points of geological and ecological interest.

Snowmobiling

Trails criss-cross the Park and run along the Athabasca River. Go it alone or take a guided tour that can extend overnight to include camping in the wilderness.

Rock and Ice Climbing

Join a licensed mountaineer for a mano-a-mano with nature!.

Jasper Tramway

Up, up and away! This aerial tram is a remarkable way to take in the beauty of Jasper's landscape. The Treeline Restaurant is a casual eatery sporting a 360°F view of the Rockies.

Ice Fishing

Over 20 lakes in the immediate area offer pike, trout, and other catches. Guided tours are available and include gear and transportation, or you can strike out on your own with a rental boat and some advice from locals.

Ski

Whether you prefer cross-country, downhill, heli-skiing, or snowboarding, Jasper has a powdery slope for you. Both beginners and advanced find trails to suit them.

Sleigh Rides

Nothing is more romantic than bundling under a cozy blanket as a horse-drawn sleigh takes you for a moonlight ride through pristine meadows and forests. Sip hot cocoa and listen to the jingle of sleigh bells as you glide along a winter wonderland.

Columbia Icefield

You won't find any other place like this outside of Alaska! This is a 400 year-old, 233-square-mile glacier field you can tour on a Snowcoach or with a guided Ice-Walk.

Mietle Hot Springs

Take a soak at this natural hot spring with 2 separate pools.

Art Galleries

Jasper's exceptional landscape has inspired painters and sculptors alike, and the area's connection with Native American peoples has also created an impressive legacy of singular artwork. Some favorites:.

Artist's Own Downstairs Gallery

Featuring watercolor and oil paintings by resident artists, as well as photographic art depicting the regional beauty.

EandA Studios

Featuring sculptures of regional wildlife important to Native American culture, as well as Inuit jewelry.

Our Native Land

Featuring Native American handmade crafts such as baskets, dolls, pipes, masks, totems, and clothing.