This quaint mountain town is the perfect base for outdoor activities and a peaceful place to stay while visiting the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

The town of Jasper lies in the heart of Jasper National Park in Alberta, Canada. Many visitors to the Canadian Rockies choose this rustic alpine village as their base, making use of the wide range of accommodation and dining options. Even if you are just passing through, you will find enough activities to keep you busy for the day.

Many of the natural attractions that draw the biggest crowds are just a short drive away. Athabasca and Tangle falls and Medicine and Patricia lakes are all popular day trips. Go rafting or hiking in Maligne Canyon, climb Mount Edith Cavell or take the Jasper aerial tramway for a great view of the town, several mountain ranges and glacial lakes. Drive the awe-inspiring Icefields Parkway to Banff and see the glacier-rich Columbia Icefield on your way.

In the freezing winter, when the snow settles, some attractions become inaccessible and this is when winter-sports enthusiasts flock to the town. Enjoy activities such as skiing in Marmot Basin and skating over the lakes. Warm up by the fireplace in one of Japser’s many cafés at the end of the day.

Jasper is half a day’s drive away from Edmonton and Calgary and shuttle buses operate from their airports. During peak season, the population of Jasper swells from fewer than 5,000 residents to about 30,000 vacationers and seasonal workers.

Summer is by far the most popular time to visit and between April and September Jasper is in full swing. There are plenty of organized tours to choose from.To discover all your options, head to the Jasper Park Information Centre. While you’re in town learn more about the local history in the Jasper-Yellowhead Museum and Archives.

If you love nature, Jasper is a dream location, perfect for unwinding after your outdoor adventures in the wilderness of the Canadian Rockies.

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Reviews of Jasper National Park

4.7

Top destination

5 - Excellent

870

4 - Good

296

3 - Okay

26

2 - Disappointing

5

1 - Terrible

2

5/5 - Excellent

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Mar. 17, 2020

LOVE IT

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Jan. 28, 2020

-Went on Wild Life Adventure tour with SunDogs and it was worth it. We saw elks, sheep, bald eagles.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nov. 9, 2019

Always beautiful!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Sep. 17, 2019

When I was planning my trip, Golden, BC was my best option because of the places I wanted to visit along Icefields Parkway and Yoho National Park. The only other option for hotel accommodations was 'The Crossing Lodge', but thought at that time was too pricey. But hindsight, it would've been worth it because of the convenient location. I wasted 5 hours going to Golden, BC and back to Icefields Parkway the day after.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Oct. 17, 2018

Visit to classic and historical Jasper Park Lodge

3/5 - Okay

Pat

Oct. 1, 2018

National Parks Canada needs to address the pine bug problem, has gotten much worse.

Popular places to visit

Maligne Canyon

4.5/5(228 reviews)

After Maligne Lake, this is one of Jasper National Park’s most treasured landmarks. Come for the spectacular walks or the surprising collection of art.

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course

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Lake Annette

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Athabasca River

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Explore the great outdoors at Athabasca River and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Jasper. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the ski slopes.

Jasper Information Centre National Historic Site

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You can learn about the history of Jasper with a trip to Jasper Information Centre National Historic Site. Discover the mountain views in this walkable area, or enjoy its ski slopes.