Visitor Guide

Photo: Valerie Domaine

If you see wildlife on the road while

driving, STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE.

Également offert en français

 Photo: Ryan Bray
Contents
Five Park Areas to Explore  4-5
Welcome
Around Town 6-7
Jasper is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies.
Maligne Valley  8-9
The park is over 11,000 square kilometres.
Jasper East & Miette Hot Springs 10-11
Explore all five regions in Jasper National Park. Hike, bike,
Mount Edith Cavell  12 paddle, ski, or simply take in the scenery. The choice is yours.
Icefields Parkway 13 We respectfully acknowledge that Jasper National Park is
Icefields Parkway Driving Map 14-15 located in Treaty 6 and 8 as well as the traditional lands of
the Anishinabe, Aseniwuche Winewak, Dene-zaa, Nêhiyawak,
Share the Roads 16
Secwépemc, Stoney Nakoda, and Métis. We acknowledge
Avoiding Summer Traffic Jams 17 the past, present, and future generations of these nations who
Water Sports and Safety 18 continue to steward the land.
Aquatic Invasive Species 19
Safety is Your Responsibility  20
When You See Elk  21
Human Food Kills Wildlife  22
Park Regulations  23
Wildlife Identification  24
Species at Risk 25
Jasper Indigenous Exhibit 26
Fort St. James National Historic Site 27
Winter in Jasper  28-29
Campgrounds  30
Why are the Trees Dead?  31
Directory  31
Photo: Ryan Bray

Mountain Parks Map  32

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Jasper National Park | FIVE AREAS TO EXPLORE
Use these areas to guide your visit. Keep in mind there are long travel distances
between areas. You can spend a full day in any of the five park areas. The choice is yours!

Around Town (p. 6) Mount Edith Cavell (p.12)

Enjoy the wilderness at your door. Hundreds of kilometres
of trails, beaches, picnic sites, and beautiful vistas — just
minutes from town. Walk or bike about, fill your day with
activities and let your vehicle rest.
Maligne Valley (p. 8)
Plan to spend a full day in this area. Maligne Road is
44 kilometres of winding, narrow pavement through stunning
scenery. Pack a picnic or reserve at a restaurant. Experience
Maligne Canyon and Medicine Lake along the way. Rent a
canoe, take a boat cruise, or hike at Maligne Lake.
Jasper East And Miette Hot Springs (p. 10)
Soak in the hottest hot springs in the Canadian Rockies.
Take a short walk to the source of the springs. Whatever
you choose, watch for wild animals along the way.
Feeling adventurous? Drive the narrow, mountain road
to Mount Edith Cavell Day Use Area. Hike the Path of
the Glacier trail or venture higher into Cavell Meadows.
Drivers Note: 48 km. The tight switchbacks are not suitable
for trailers and large motorhomes. Maximum size 25 feet.
Icefields Parkway (HWY 93) (p. 13)
The Icefields Parkway is one of the most scenic drives
in the world. It blazes through the heart of Jasper and
Banff national parks. Plan a day to fully experience all
232 kilometres. Glaciers, waterfalls, picnic spots, and
hikes can be enjoyed along this magnificent parkway.

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 Around Town

Photo: Tourism Jasper | Celina Frisson

Highlights Distance Description Primary Use

A Jasper Interpretive trail around town with multiple access points.

11 8.3 km loop
Discovery Trail Parts of the trail are moderately difficult.
7.6 km Jasper’s largest beach. Family friendly. Playground.
B 4d Lake Annette & Trail from Jasper Picnic sites. Cook shelters. Change rooms. Paved
2.4 km loop waterfront trail. Stroller and wheelchair friendly. 13
7.3 km Smaller beach near Lake Annette. Picnic sites.
C Lake Edith
from Jasper Views of Roche Bonhomme.
4.6 km
D 13 Bighorn Trail Easy trail from town to Lakes Annette and Edith.
one way
Flat loop around Lac Beauvert. Begins at Jasper
E 4a Lac Beauvert Trail 3.5 km loop
Park Lodge.
4.6 km Connects Whistlers and Wapiti campgrounds to Jasper
F Wapiti Trail one way Town. Follows Highway 93 and Athabasca River.
2.4 km
G 14 Red Squirrel Trail Trail from town to Old Fort Point and Jasper Park Lodge.
one way

H Old Fort 3.8 km loop

Point Trail Steep trail with excellent town and valley views.

I 6.0 km Family friendly beach. Paddle a canoe. Picnic sites at

Pyramid Lake
from Jasper beach and Pyramid Island. Stunning views all around.
5.4 km Trail follows the road from town to Pyramid Lake.
J 15 Pyramid Trail one way Forest path with road crossings. Steady uphill climb.

Valley of the Explore five colourful mountain lakes in one hike.

K 9a 9b 4.6 km loop (Bicycles are not permitted on portion of the trail from May 15 to
Five Lakes Trail
September 15).

Easy Moderate

You can find brochures and maps here:

parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-brochures

6 Around Town  When you see wildlife while driving, STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE.
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Miette Hot Springs (61 km)
Pyramid Hinton (82 km)
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Calgary (419 km)
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 Maligne Valley

Photo: Ryan Bray

Highlights Distance Description Primary Use

A Sixth Bridge Day Use 8.4 km Picnic along the rushing Maligne River. Sites have double
from Jasper tables for large groups.

B Maligne Overlook 10.9 km Sweeping views of the Athabasca Valley and mountain
from Jasper peaks.

C Maligne Canyon 11.2 km A must-see for geology lovers. Waterfalls, potholes, and
Day Use from Jasper fossils. Visit early morning or evening to avoid crowds.
Maligne 4.4 km Explore this deep, dramatic gorge. Walk the interpretive trail
C 7 7f
Canyon Trail return between footbridge #1 and #4. Stay on the trail. Be safe.

D Medicine Lake 27 km Superb example of karst geology. Striking changes in water

from Jasper levels. Nesting eagles.

E Bruce’s Picnic Site 42 km Wheelchair and stroller friendly site beside Maligne River.
from Jasper Fewer crowds than at the lake.

48 km Sublime panoramic views. The postcard photo! Take a boat

F Maligne Lake
from Jasper cruise. Paddle a canoe. Stroll the lake shore. Maligne Lake

G Mary Schäffer Easy interpretive forest stroll to viewpoint. Lake side views.
21 2.9 km loop
Trail Maligne Lake
Moose Forest trail to a tranquil lake. Moose Lake has its name for
H 20 2.7 km loop
Lake Trail a reason. Bald Hills

I 23 Steady uphill trail into an alpine meadow. Spectacular views

9 km return of Maligne Lake. The reward is worth the work. Bald Hills
Bald Hills Trail

Easy Moderate Difficult

Check trail conditions, weather and road
updates: parkscanada.gc.ca/jaspertrails

8 Maligne Valley  When you see wildlife while driving, STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE.
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Photo: Parks Canada | Caroline Roy

Highlights Distance Description Primary Use

A Jasper House 32 km Short path to interpretive viewpoint. Overlooks

National Historic Site from Jasper former site of a fur trade post.

B 31 Lower Mine Trail 900 m loop A forsaken mine site for the history buff.

C 32 Upper Mine Trail 1.7 km loop Grand valley view. Steep climb and descent.

Source of the Touch the source of the Miette Hot Springs.

D 35 1.2 km return
Springs Trail Stroll through the old ruins.

Steep trail with stunning views of Utopia Mountain,

E 30 Sulphur Skyline 8.8 km return
Fiddle Valley, and Ashlar Ridge.

Easy Moderate Difficult

Miette Road is narrow and winding.

Trailers and large motorhomes not permitted past Miette campground.
Max. length 7.5 meters (25 feet). Trailer drop-off in Lower Miette Mine Trail Parking lot.
Photo: Olivia Robinson

Miette Hot Springs

Miette Hot Springs are a 1 hour (61 km) drive from Jasper.
These are the hottest mineral springs in the Canadian Rockies.
Water flows from the mountain at 54°C (129°F). We cool the
water to a comfortable 40°C (104°F) as it enters our pools.
Open from early May – mid October. Check website
for more information: parkscanada.gc.ca/hotsprings

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Photo: Ryan Bray

Highlights Distance Description Primary Use

A Short paved trail. Steady uphill climb. Stunning views

41 Path of the Glacier Trail 1.2 km return of Mount Edith Cavell and Angel Glacier.
Opens mid-July when snow melts.
B 42 Cavell Meadows Trail 6-8 km return High alpine meadow. Grand views. Stay on trail
and tread lightly. The wildflowers are fragile.

Moderate Difficult

Cavell Road is narrow and winding.

Trailers and large motorhomes not permitted. Maximum length of vehicles: 7.5 metres
(25 feet). Trailer drop off in the parking lot at the start of Cavell Road on 93A. Visit before
10:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m. to avoid crowds.
Cavell Road is closed to vehicles mid October – mid June.
For more information visit: parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-roads

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Photo: Olivia Robinson

Primary
Highlights Distance Description
Use
30 km Visit early morning or late evening to avoid peak
Athabasca Falls
from Jasper crowds. Do not go beyond railings.
54 km Stunning views at upper and lower falls.
Sunwapta Falls from Jasper Do not go beyond railings.

125 Lower Sunwapta

Falls Trail 2.8 km return Less travelled. Three more lovely waterfalls.

Located in the Columbia Icefield Centre. Parks

103 km
Glacier Gallery Canada Information Services. Exhibit on glaciers
from Jasper
and climate change. Free admission.
Flat and rocky trail. Crosses moraine and
53 Forefield Trail 3.6 km return
glacial debris.

Toe of the Athabasca A steady climb. See how glaciers move over
52
Glacier Trail 1.4 km return
time.

Red chairs 3.4 km return

Mountain trail at high elevation. Quick access
50 Wilcox Pass Trail Wilcox Pass to alpine meadows and breathtaking views.
6.8 km return

Striking views of the Saskatchewan Glacier. Stay

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Bow Pass
2067 m

Bow Summit
The Icefields Centre

and Peyto Lake

Bow Lake

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195
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Bow Glacier
radius of service

Bow Lake
Lake

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197 36 Crowfoot Glacier

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Crowfoot Glacier Katherine
Helen Lake, Dolomite Pass WAPTA
from May to October.
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Safety is your

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responsibility.
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Molar Pass

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Be prepared.
212 21 Hector Lake WAPUTIK Hector
ICEFIELD Lake In the mountains,

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snowfall can occur any
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time of the year. Roads

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220
Kamloops
Bow

227 6 Herbert Lake may close without

Vancouver
notice. Check weather

225
230 3 Junction: Trans-Canada Highway and Icefields Parkway and road conditions

Herbert Lake
3
233 Lake Louise before you travel.

230
0

Km from Jasper
Km from Lake Louise
Banff 59 km from Lake Louise

0
Lake Louise

233
Lake WINTER DRIVING
Louise

Snow tires (M&S) or chains are

0 10 20 30 40 50 Km
required by law for travel on the
Temple
m+s
0 10 20 30 Miles 3543 m
Icefields Parkway (Hwy 93) between
Banff and Calgary Nov 1 and Mar 31.
Dial 511 or check 511.alberta.ca for road report.

Icefields Parkway (Hwy 93)

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 Share the roads

Photo : Sanne van der Ros

If you see wildlife while driving,
STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE.
• Slow down.
• Use your hazard lights to alert others. Over 2.5 million visitors drive
• Only pull over where it is safe to do so. Jasper roads every year.
• Observe, take photographs, and move on.
• Do not stop in driving lanes. It is illegal. Mountain roads and wild places are new experiences for
• Do not feed wildlife. It is illegal. many visitors. Safe driving is key to an enjoyable holiday.
• If a traffic jam develops, You may see wildlife by the road and throughout the park.
move on immediately. Wild animals feed and travel near roads. This does not mean
the animals are tame.
Help us protect wild animals.
Safety is your responsibility. The number of unsafe wildlife traffic jams continues to
increase.
These incidents often result in injury, harm, or death for wild
animals and humans.
Be safe and keep wild animals safe.
Photo: Sanne van der Ros

Photo: Rogier Gruys

Photo: Liane Carter

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 Avoid summer traffic jams
Photo : Nicole Gaboury

Looking for quieter times?

• Escape crowds with an early morning or an evening visit.
• Enjoy less popular areas.
• Weekends are busiest.
• Parking lots at Maligne Canyon, Edith Cavell, and most lakes accessible by
road are full between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily.

Want to know more about avoiding crowds?

parkscanada.pc.gc.ca/jasper-avoiding-crowds

Jasper is a biking town!

Explore popular lakes and day use areas around town by
bike.
Ride your own or rent a bicycle.
A series of easy trails connect all the following places:
• Whistlers and Wapiti campgrounds
• Town of Jasper
• Maligne Canyon
• Old Fort Point
• Edith, Annette and Beauvert lakes.
Photo : Matt Quiring

For more information on biking trails, wildlife etiquette

and bike rental options, visit:
parkscanada.gc.ca/Jasper-biking

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 Water Sports + Safety

Photo: Nathalie Julien

Lake and Beach rules:
• Gas motors are not permitted on any water in
Jasper National Park.
• Electric boat motors are only allowed on
Pyramid, Patricia, Maligne, Medicine and
Talbot lakes.
Photo: Tourism Jasper

Photo: Matt Quiring

• No smoking and no liquor permitted on beaches.

• At lakes Annette, Edith and Pyramid dogs are
only allowed in signed areas.

Note: There are few parking stalls at lakes Annette, Edith and Pyramid. The stalls fill quickly
between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Vehicle parking length is 8 metres (26 feet) maximum.

Water safety
Be prepared. Do not go out alone.
• Always wear a life jacket or (PFD).
• Jasper waters are cold.
• Hypothermia is a concern if your boat capsizes.
• Check weather forecast.
Photo: Ryan Bray

• Be aware that strong winds, stormy weather

and tour boats create waves. Winds create large
waves in minutes.

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 Keep Park Waters Clean
Photo: Tourism Jasper | Mike Seehagel

CLEAN, DRAIN
and DRY to prevent
the spread of AIS
What are Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS)? Make it a habit
• AIS are non-native plants, animals and diseases.
(Often too small to see) everywhere you go!
• AIS travel with you from one body of water to
another.
• AIS stick to your clothing, gear, watercraft and pet. CLEAN
Remove all mud, sand,
plant or animal parts
Why should you care about stopping AIS? from all items before
leaving the shore.
• AIS can make waters and beaches not fit for people
to enjoy.
• AIS presence can result in closures and restrictions.
• AIS may destroy healthy water and aquatic life. DRAIN
• AIS damage is often not reversible. Drain, onto land, all
items that can hold water.
Invert or tilt items.
Top 3 AIS threats to Jasper waters: Open all compartments.
Remove seats if
necessary.
Pull the drain plug
if applicable.

Trout infected by Whirling Disease
1 – 2 cm
DRY
Dry all items completely
before entering any river,
1 – 2 cm
pond, lake or stream.

Use inspection and

decontamination station
where available.
Quagga mussel Zebra mussel Photos: Parks Canada | Brian Van Tighem

Learn more about Clean, Drain, Dry and AIS prevention programs: parkscanada.gc.ca/jasperwateractivities

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 Safety is your responsibility

Photo : Adam Greenberg

Photo : Matt Quiring

Know before you go:

1. Visit the web for current reports on weather,
roads, trails and avalanche conditions:
• Weather.gc.ca
Photo : Fritz Mueller

• 511.alberta.ca and parkscanada.

gc.ca/jasper-roads
• Parkscanada.gc.ca/jaspertrails
• Parksmountainsafety.ca
2. Keep in mind mountain conditions
change often and without warning.
3. Carry extra layers of clothing, Hazardous tree safety
extra food and water.
Heads-up! Standing trees
4. Bring an emergency road kit
may fall to the ground at any time. Use extra
and emergency trail kit.
caution when it is windy on trails and
5. Respect speed zones, trail signs, in campgrounds. Learn more about dead
warning signs, closures, and hazards. trees on p. 31.
6. Don’t blindly follow what others do.
Assess the safety risk for yourself.
7. Do not exceed your level of
knowledge and skill.
For more safety information:
parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-visitor-safety

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 When you see elk
Photo : Amar Athwal

Understand the dangers Elk calving season | May and June

• Elk are wild. They are
unpredictable animals, even if
they appear tame.
• Female elk separate from
• Elk may be aggressive any time the herd to give birth.
of year, but more so during
spring and fall. • Females may have young
hidden nearby.

Photo : Christina Timms

• In Jasper, elk have caused
more serious harm and injury to • Protective moms will
people than any other wildlife. attack.

• Do not underestimate elk.

Elk rutting season | September and October
Elk may warn you or may
not. Warning signs:
• Teeth grinding
• Curled lips
• Flattened ears • Male elk aggressively
protect their females
• Appears agitated during breeding season.
Photo : Roam Creative

• Antlers lowered towards you or

beating bushes
• Kicking and charging

Vehicles damaged by elk

Photo : Parks Canada
Photo : Gareth Lemke

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 Human food and garbage kill wildlife
These are law:
• Do not feed wildlife.
• Do not litter.
• Never leave food or garbage unattended.

food and drink

Secure your food and

dishes, stoves, and fuel
scented items in food
lockers or the trunk of
your vehicle.

garbage

scented items

Walking away from your campsite?

• Tidy up to protect wildlife. • Every year, park employees must kill aggressive animals
• Wild animals see and smell human food and garbage. to keep humans safe.
• Animals can become aggressive or sick if they get into it. • You can stop the killing.

Photos: Ryan Bray

You MUST store away all food, Coolers, stove and containers also Leave your site animal proof.
food-related and scented items attract animals. Put them away in
(clean, dirty or sealed). your vehicle or in food lockers. Do not leave any food or garbage
out without supervision.

22  Keep yourself, other visitors, and wild animals safe.

 Park Regulations
Photos: Brian Van Tighem

Photo: Matt Quiring

Photo: Paul Ziska

It is your responsibility to know and follow park regulations. For a complete list
of regulations, visit: parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-regulations

NO CAMPFIRES OUTSIDE OF METAL FIREPITS.

This helps prevent wildfires. It keeps the site clean for the next visitor to enjoy.

NO CAMPING UNLESS IN A DESIGNATED PARK CAMPSITE WITH CAMPING PERMIT.

No camping at roadside pullouts, trailheads, and day use areas.

DO NOT FEED OR APPROACH WILDLIFE.

All wildlife is potentially dangerous. Park animals are wild even if they appear tame.

PUT GARBAGE IN THE WILDLIFE-PROOF BINS PROVIDED.

Dispose garbage in the trash bins to keep wildlife safe and the park clean.

DO NOT COLLECT NATURAL OBJECTS.

Natural objects are sources of food and shelter for wild animals and plants.

NO DRONES.
Jasper National Park is a no drone zone.
Report drone use to Jasper Dispatch 780-852-6155.

KEEP DOGS ON A LEASH.

This is for your safety, the safety of your pet, and the safety of other visitors.

100 m / 330'

30 m / 100'
Give wildlife space

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 Wildlife Identification
NO DISTINCTIVE
SHOULDER SHOULDER
HUMP HUMP

OR GRIZZLY?
BLACK BEAR
Photo: J. McCormick

SHORT

Photo: M.Bradley
TALL ROUNDED
EARS EARS
BLACK BEAR

GRIZZLY BEAR
SMALL
HEAD LARGE
HEAD

LONG
SHORT

17 cm
CLAWS
12 cm

CLAWS

Note: Black bears and Grizzly bears come in a variety of colours.

Characteristics Characteristics
Medium-sized dog; Built like a German
thick, bushy tail, Shepherd, with longer legs.
greyish brown in Colour can vary from white
colour. to black.
Photo: R. Gruys

Photo: M. Bradley
Habitat Habitat
Valley bottoms. Mainly valley bottoms.

Wolf
7 cm

Coyote

12 cm
s
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Characteristics
.Gr
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Photo

Brown body, darker Characteristics

neck and large tan White rump, light brown
Fem
ale fur. Males: thick curled
rump patch. Antlers Female
slant back. horns. Females: short
narrow horns.
Habitat
Photo: M. Bradley

Habitat
Photo: M. Bradley

Valley bottoms and

open areas. Near steep rocky terrain.

Elk
11.5 cm

Bighorn Sheep
9 cm

Characteristics
Long legs, shoulder hump, Characteristics
built like a horse with a Narrow black horns (male and
large head, broad antlers. female), beard, long white hair.

Habitat Habitat
Photo: J. McCormick

Wet and marshy areas. Near steep rocky terrain.

Photo: R. Bray

Moose
13 cm

Mountain Goat
8 cm

All wildlife photos were taken from a safe distance. A telephoto lens was used.
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 Species at Risk
Jasper National Park works with many
people across the country to protect
plants and animals on the brink of
extinction. Here are some.
Woodland Caribou
The full list is found here: Threatened
parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-species-at-risk

Haller’s Apple
Black Swift Moss
Endangered Threatened

Little Brown Common

Myotis Nighthawk
Endangered Threatened

Whitebark Pine Grizzly Bear

Endangered Special Concern

Wolverine
Special Concern

Watch for Wildlife Guardians on the road.

They work to keep you and wild animals safe.
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 Jasper Indigenous Exhibit

Work is under way at Athabasca Park

in the town of Jasper. Athabasca Park
is the Information Centre grounds. We
are building a new place to reflect and
celebrate. More than twenty Indigenous
partner communities are joined in this
venture.

The concept features stories of forced

removal and exclusion of Indigenous
peoples from Jasper National Park. It
also celebrates Indigenous connections
to these traditional lands. It is a step
toward healing and reflecting on our
journey forward.

Each partner community is sharing its own

story. Together, they planned the vision.
The exhibit features Indigenous artwork
and sculpture. These are placed among
landscaped paths and places to sit.

Artist rendering of the Jasper Indigenous Exhibit

The north half of Athabasca Park is closed

to construct the Jasper Indigenous Exhibit.
For safety reasons, sidewalk closures may
occur near the site.

For regular updates about

the exhibit please visit

parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-
indigenous-connections

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 Fort St. James
National Historic Site
Photo: Drew McDonald

Visit: parkscanada.gc.ca/fortstjames to learn more or to book your stay.

Open mid May – early September • 250-996-7191 • fortstjames@canada.ca
535 km from Jasper on Highway 16 West (6 hour drive)

Live through the fur trade era. Travel back in

time to 1896. Explore Canada’s largest collection
of wooden fur trade buildings.
So much to do:
• Experience the ways of
Indigenous people in the
fur trade.
• Take the “Escape the
Fort” Challenge.
• Feed livestock in a
fenced pasture.
• Watch “world class”
chicken races.
• Snap a Red Chair
moment.
• Spend the night in the
Murray House. Sleep in
19th century bliss.
• Try our legendary Home
Stretch Café.
• Watch the sunset over
Stuart Lake.
Fort St. James has been home to the Dakelh First
Nations people since long before the arrival of
Simon Fraser and the Hudson’s Bay Company.
Nak’azdli Whut’en, Yekooche First Nations,
Binche Whut’en, Tl’azt’en Nation, Middle River
(Dit’zanli) and Takla Lake First Nations in the
area comprise approximately 25% of the Carrier
Sekani Tribal Council.
Ts’uhoont’i’ Nekeyoh ts’e whusainya.
Welcome to our territory.
Where the Fort lies is the traditional fishing
grounds of Nak’azdli Whut’en.

parkscanada.gc.ca/fortstjames FortStJamesNHS
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 Winter
in Jasper
Winter activities
New to winter sports? Book a local guide to get you started.
Or rent gear and try one of these suggestions:
Winter walking
Take in the fresh air. Lace up your warmest winter
walking boots. Use ice cleats for extra grip on
winter trails.
Around town: Trail 15, Pyramid Bench, Lake Annette,
Lac Beauvert, Valley of the Five Lakes
Maligne Valley: Maligne Canyon, Mary Schäffer Loop
Icefields Parkway: Athabasca Falls, Sunwapta Falls
Snowshoeing
Strap on your snowshoes and explore snow
covered forest trails.
Around town: Edge of the Bench, Pyramid Bench
Maligne Valley: Medicine Lake, Moose Lake Loop
Icefields Parkway: Athabasca River Loop, Lower
Sunwapta Falls, Wilcox trail (to Red Chairs only)
Skating
Glide on maintained natural ice rinks.
Around Town: Pyramid Lake (Pyramid Lake Resort),
Mildred Lake (Jasper Park Lodge)
Fat biking (snow biking)
Who says biking is a summer sport?
Cruise the trails near town on your fat bike.
Around Town: Trail 15, Woodpecker Trail (18),
Trail 7, Cabin Lake fire road
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Enjoy the magic of winter in the
mountains. Ski, snowshoe, walk,
bike, skate or just relax with a
hot cocoa by a fire!
Choose your own fun. Find
your peace of mind. Soak in the
winter wonderland that is
Jasper National Park.
Photo : Matt Quiring
Check our website for a full list of winter trails:
parkscanada.gc.ca/jaspertrails
Cross-country skiing
Stride along rivers, lakes and through woodland trails.
Jasper sets trails for both classic and skate skiing.
Whirlpool cross-country ski hub:
Moab Lake Trail (red chairs), Leach Lake Trail.
Easy to moderate.
Marmot Meadows cross-country ski hub: Whistlers
and Sparkle loops, Aspen Gardens and Re Run trails.
Easy to difficult.
Pyramid Fire Road: Long steep sections.
Moderate to difficult.
Wabasso Campground: Inner loops and outer loop.
Easy
Note: Wabasso Road (93A) is closed to vehicles from
Whirlpool Hub to Athabasca Falls.
Ski trails are maintained from mid-December to
mid-March as weather and snow conditions permit.
Track setting may be on hold when:
• The temperature is too cold or too warm
• The snow pack is too thin, too wet, or too
heavy for equipment.
Be Kind, share the trails.
Do not walk, bike, or snowshoe on ski tracks.
Keep dogs on leash. Pick up after your dog.
REMEMBER: Safety is your responsibility.
Winter poses additional concerns

You are in avalanche country

Travel in avalanche country involves
risk. Safety is your responsibility.
Know and understand the risk. Even small slopes
can avalanche. Make good, informed choices.
Seek training or a guide when planning to enter
avalanche zones. Read more about avalanche
safety: parksmountainsafety.ca

Ice safety
Waterfall, canyon, and river ice
(moving water)
• Travel on ice over moving water is not safe.
• Below the ice, the water is cold, often deep
and fast-moving.
• Ice can give way at any time. No matter how
thick it appears to be.
• Respect safety signs and fenced areas.
Note: Only enter Maligne canyon in winter with
a certified guide.

Pond and lake ice (still water)

Parks Canada does not monitor ice thickness.
It is up to you to assess the thickness of the ice.
The Red Cross recommends an ice thickness of
at least 15 centimetres for safe skating on lakes
and ponds.
Remember: Ice over moving water is unstable!

Photo : Parks Canada

Winter Closures
As of November 1, some
backcountry areas are closed
to protect caribou habitat.
For more information, visit:
Photo : Parks Canada
Some roads in Jasper are subject
to unexpected and seasonal road
closures.
To plan your winter travels, consult

parkscanada.gc.ca/ parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-roads
caribou-winter-access

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 Campgrounds
Campgrounds fill quickly. Book ahead of time.
For fees, information, and to reserve your campsite go online or call ahead.
1-877-RESERVE (737-3783) or parkscanada.gc.ca/reservation

See legends and locations

ms
on page 5, 14 or 15.

ve progra
shelter
water
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Sani-dum

Accessib
Pit toilets
Full hook

Flush toil

Interpreti
Showers
Electrica

Cooking
Drinking
Firepit
Campgrounds Sites Open Dates
Whistlers 781 Early May – Mid Oct.

Wapiti 364 Mid May – Late Oct.

Wabasso 231 Mid May – Mid Sept.

Jasper National Park

Miette 140 Late June – Early Sept.

Snaring 62 Mid May – Mid Sept.

Kerkeslin 42 Mid May – Early Sept.

Honeymoon Lake 35 Mid May – Mid Sept.

Jonas 25 Mid June – Early Sept.

Icefield Centre (RV) 100 Mid May – Early Oct.

Icefield (tents only) 33 Mid June – Early Oct.

Wilcox 46 Mid June – Mid Sept.

Rampart 50 Early June – Late Sept.

Banff National Park

Waterfowl Lakes 116 Late June – Mid Sept.

Silverhorn 45 Early June – Early Oct.

Mosquito Creek 32 Mid June – Mid Oct.

Lake Louise Trailer 189 Year Round

Lake Louise Tent 206 Late May – Late Sept.

Some facilities
Reservation needed for all sites in the campground. are accessible.

Campground has a mix of reservable sites and first-come, first-serve sites.

Campgrounds are first come, first served. You must self-register at the campground. This means you have to be on
site to know if there is availability. These campgrounds are rustic. Arrive before mid-day for the best chance to get
a site. Pay with cash or credit card.

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 Directory
Parks Canada Jasper
Information Centre
500 Connaught Drive
780-852-6176
Photo: Sanne van der Ros

parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper
5 mm
Visit our website for Town
Information Centre and Icefields
Centre hours of operation .

Social Media
JasperNP

Trail conditions report

Why are the trees dead? parkscanada.gc.ca/jaspertrails

The pine beetle is the cause. Native to North Parks Canada Reservation Service
1-877-737-3783
American forests, pine beetles tunnel into mature parkscanada.gc.ca/reservation
pine trees to lay their eggs under the bark. They
carry along fungi that turns tree tissue into food for Friends of Jasper National Park
Maps and guide books: 780-852-4341
the larvae. This disrupts the flow of nutrients within friendsofjasper.com
the tree and kills it. Needles slowly turn red, then
Tourism Jasper
brown after a successful pine beetle attack. 780-852-6236
jasper.travel
Why are some trees missing from the landscape?
There are more dead trees in the park due to pine beetle Weather
attacks. The risk of wildfires rise as a result. Wildfire risk weather.gc.ca
reduction projects limit the risk of wildfires. Removing hazard
Road conditions
trees means less fuel for fires. This allows firefighters to do
Dial 511
their work safely and effectively. Parks Canada is working
511.alberta.ca
to protect our community through these projects.
drivebc.ca

Emergency
Dial 911
Cellphone service is
not always reliable
780-852-3100 (satellite phone)

Want to learn more?

For information on the pine beetle visit: parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-beetle
For information on fire protection and restoration projects visit:
Photo: Parks Canada

parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-fire-projects

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 Grande Cache

40

16 Edmonton

Hinton
FOR EMERGENCIES DIAL 911
(Police, fire and ambulance)
 ALBERTA Cell phone service is not available in
Fort
16 Jasper many areas of the mountain
22 parks.
St. James
National 2
Jasper
Historic Site
National
Park

93
11

Rocky Mountain
5 Columbia Icefield House National Red Deer
 Vancouver Historic site

BRITISH COLUMBIA
22

Kicking Horse Canyon Project

Expect delays and extended closures. Yoho Banff 2

Check kickinghorsecanyon.ca for updates. National National

Park Park
Lake Louise
Field
Mount
Revelstoke Golden
National Canmore Calgary
Banff
Park 95 93

Vancouver Glacier


National 742 40
Revelstoke Park

Kootenay
Radium Hot Springs National
Park
Bar U Ranch
Invermere
National
Historic Site
93

22
2

Visiting a national park?

Driving the Icefields Parkway?
You must have a valid national park 3
entry pass. Fees collected support
visitor services and facilities.
6

Waterton Lakes 5
National
Park

All wildlife photos in this brochure were taken from a safe distance. A telephoto lens was used.

Human food and

Photo: Christina Timms

garbage kill wildlife.

Do not litter.