Jasper National Park
Canada · Alberta · 1060 m
Description
Jasper National Park is one of Canada’s most spectacular natural destinations, set amid the majestic Rocky Mountains. The largest national park in the region impresses with towering peaks, vast valleys, turquoise lakes, glaciers, and a rich diversity of wildlife. Highlights include the scenic Maligne Lake, the dramatic Athabasca Falls, and the glacier landscapes of the Columbia Icefield. As part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks, Jasper combines pristine wilderness with unforgettable outdoor experiences and ranks among Western Canada’s most iconic nature destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 7 days (optimal 4 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: July – September
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- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Athabasca Glacier and Columbia Icefield
- Maligne Lake and Spirit Island
- Icefields Parkway
- Icefields Skywalk
- Maligne Canyon
- Athabasca Falls
- Sunwapta Falls
- Mount Edith Cavell
- Jasper SkyTram
- Whistlers Mountain
- Miette Hot Springs
- Pyramid Lake
- Patricia Lake
- Medicine Lake
- Valley of the Five Lakes
- Mount Robson(Day trip)
- Wildlife Watching
- Dark Sky Preserve Stargazing
- Jasper Planetarium
- Old Fort Point Trail
- Bald Hills Trail
- Opal Hills Trail
- Sulphur Skyline Trail
- Wilcox Pass Trail
- Athabasca Glacier Icewalk
- Maligne Lake Canoeing
- Jasper Dark Sky Festival (October)
- Maligne Canyon Ice Walk (December - March)
Getting there
- Train stations:
- Jasper