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City known for:
  • Wild adventures
  • Historic charm
  • Crystal-clear water

A down-to-earth mountain town at the northern edge of the Canadian Rockies.

Find wilder landscapes and untouched beauty in Jasper: a town, National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, it’s not uncommon to witness great bucks wandering beside the road, brilliantly green northern lights illuminating the night sky or deep-blue mountain lakes with not a soul around. Whether you need a thrilling adventure or a peaceful escape, you’ll find it in Jasper.

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Jasper highlights

One cross country skier on the Wapta Traverse hut to hut ski tour in Jasper National Park

Epic outdoor adventures

Ski mountains in the winter, hike meadows in the summer and discover a million other ways to explore Jasper’s vast outdoors.

Mountain town charm

Stroll through quaint streets, see local and Indigenous art in galleries, browse boutiques and hang out in comfy brew pubs.

Dark Sky Preserve

See the stars sparkle brighter than ever before. Jasper is the world’s second-largest Dark Sky Preserve due to its minimal light pollution.

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Couple looking out onto Spirit Island at a viewpoint overlooking Maligne Lake in Jasper National Park.
Two people sitting on a bench putting on their ice skates while preparing to go skating at the outdoor rink at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge in Jasper National Park
Couple on the dock at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
A family eating a meal at Pyramid Lake Lodge.
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Scenic shot of people canoeing and kayaking on Maligne Lake
A skier in fresh powder with snow capped mountains in the background, skiing at Marmot Basin in Jasper National Park

What to do and where to stay in Jasper

Stories from the city

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Scenic shot of two people in a red canoe on Maligne Lake with mountains in the background

Did you know?

Jasper's home to one of the world’s most photographed locations. Cruise the clear blue waters of Maligne Lake to see the famous Spirit Island for yourself.

Suggested Itineraries

3 days
Rocky Mountain Bucket List

Make your way from Calgary to Jasper on the most scenic route through the Rocky Mountains.

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Indigenous Cultures and Iconic Rockies

Experience Métis Crossing and explore Alberta’s capital before making your way to the mountain town of Jasper.

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