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Activities & Museums
MAGIC MOMENTS
Looking to rekindle some magic at 9,000 feet? Rockies Heli Canada (p 82) offers an amazingly intimate private tour for weddings, engagements and couples photoshoots. Soar high above the Canadian Rockies on a breathtaking private helicopter tour and land in a beautiful alpine setting. Take a walk to see waterfalls or choose a picturesque backdrop for your photos, a special ceremony or to pop the question! Demi bottle of sparkling wine, a decadent dessert and souvenir photo included. Let the mountains with their jaw dropping views be the backdrop to your special memories! -TAYLOR JAINE
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THE BEST BIKING
Jasper is home to some excellent biking. Enjoy easy to moderate routes with gorgeous mountain scenery or test your skills with expert single-track trails. Rent bikes, locks, helmets and all the equipment from Jasper Source for Sports (p 89), Pure Outdoors (p 89) or the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (p 81). For trail suggestions,
EDITOR’S PICK
MIGHTY MALIGNE
The natural beauty of Maligne Lake calls people from far and wide to experience its brilliant blue waters and wraparound mountain backdrop. Learn about the lake and its history, including its significance to the Indigenous people and its iconic surveyor Mary Schäffer, with a Maligne Lake Cruise (p 81). Rent canoes and kayaks to explore the lake yourself from Maligne Lake Boathouse (p 81). Enjoy hiking along the shoreline and fuel up with locally sourced, gourmet cuisine on the magnificent patio at The View (p 94)! -KATE BARKER
ACTIVITY BOOKING
JASPER ADVENTURE CENTRE Bookings for sightseeing tours, wildlife tours, canoeing, glacier adventures and SkyTram. 611 Patricia St, 780-852-5595
JASPER SKYTRAM Booking centre for sightseeing, outdoor adventures and activity combos. Whistlers Rd via the Icefields Parkway, 780-852-3093, jasperskytram.com
MALIGNE ADVENTURES Book sightseeing tours, rafting, wildlife tours and hiker’s shuttle. 632 Connaught Dr, 780-852-3331, maligneadventures.com
PURSUIT ADVENTURE CENTRE
Downtown booking desk. Book cruises, sightseeing, Columbia Icefield Adventure and Skywalk. Combos available. 616 Patricia St, 1-866-606-6700, banffjaspercollection.com
SUNDOG TOURS Sightseeing, train tour, wildlife, rafting, horseback riding, Planetarium, canoeing, boat tours and SkyTram shuttle. Calgary and Edmonton airport transfers. 414 Connaught Dr, 780-852-4056, sundogtours.com
BIKE RENTALS
FAIRMONT JASPER PARK LODGE
Daily and hourly rates. Bikes for kids and adults. Available at the boathouse, 780-852-3301, fairmont.com/jasper
JASPER SOURCE FOR SPORTS Town, front or full suspension and youth bikes. Hourly, half-day and overnight rates. Helmet, map and lock included. 406 Patricia St, 780-852-3654
BOATS & FISHING
CURRIE’S GUIDING Rowboat and canoe rentals. Guided fishing. Book: Astoria Hotel, 404 Connaught Dr, 780-852-5650
FAIRMONT JASPER PARK LODGE
Single kayak, canoe, double kayak, SUP or pedal boat rentals. The Boathouse, 780-852-3301, fairmont.com/jasper
MALIGNE LAKE BOATHOUSE Kayaks, canoes and rowboats. Fishing licenses for sale. Maligne Lake Rd, 48 km/30 mi south of town, 1-888-900-6272, banffjaspercollection.com
RIVER RUNNERS
Experience mountain rivers with an exhilarating tour from one of Jasper’s whitewater rafting companies. Enjoy a gentle float or day of class 3 rapids with Jasper’s Whitewater Rafting (p 85), Rocky Mountain River Guides (p 85), Jasper Rafting Adventures (p 85) or Maligne Rafting Adventures (p 85). Bring your dog on a float trip with Jasper Raft Tours (p 84)! -KATE BARKER
MALIGNE LAKE CRUISE Interpretive cruises to Spirit Island. Take the Classic Cruise and explore the largest glacier fed lake in the Canadian Rockies aboard a heated, glass-enclosed boat. The Premium Cruise includes additional time at Spirit Island and ventures further. Coming with the kids? Hop on the 9:15 am or 9:30 am cruise and the kids go free! Maligne Lake Rd, 48 km/30 mi south of town. Book ahead at malignelake.com
ON-LINE SPORT & TACKLE Boats available at many popular lakes. Fishing adventures from beginner to advanced. 600 Patricia St, 780-852-3630
COLUMBIA ICEFIELD
ATHABASCA GLACIER ICEWALKS
Safely explore the Columbia Icefield with a certified guide. Enjoy half a day on the lower glacier and learn how glaciers form, move and affect the mountain environment. Take the full day tour and hike to icefalls. Boots and crampons provided. Reserve online or at Jasper Adventure Centre, 611 Patricia St, 1-800-565-7547, icewalks.com
COLUMBIA ICEFIELD GLACIER
ADVENTURE Ride 5 km/3 mi aboard a massive Ice Explorer to a place where you can step on the ice. The Athabasca Glacier is part of the Columbia Icefield, one of the largest non-polar ice fields in the world. Learn about the ice and its importance to the mountain ecosystem. After exploring the glacier, take a jawdropping walk along the glass-floored Glacier Skywalk off the edge of the cliff face and discover the valley in a whole new way. 1-888-597-4352, book tickets and find discounts online at ultimate-explorer.com
ADMISSION BY DONATION FOR 2021 780.852.3013jaspermuseum.org
COLUMBIA ICEFIELD GLACIER
SKYWALK Award-winning, cliff edge, glass-floored observation platform 918 ft/280 m above a stunning glacier studded valley. Connect with the natural world of waterfalls, wildlife, fossils and more on the walk to the platform with interpretive displays. All Skywalk tours depart from the Glacier Discovery Centre. 1-888-597-4352, book your tickets online at ultimate-explorer.com
GOLF COURSES
FAIRMONT JASPER PARK LODGE
GOLF CLUB Friendly yet challenging 18-hole, par 71, Stanley Thompson designed course set against a beautiful mountain backdrop. 73 bunkers, 3 water hazards and natural hazards such as roaming wildlife. Discounts for juniors and twilight rounds, as well as unlimited golf. Amenities include pro shop, club rentals, driving range, practice green and lessons. 780-852-6090, fairmont.com/jasper/golf
HELICOPTER TOURS
ROCKIES HELI CANADA Heli-tours of glaciers, icefields, waterfalls, lakes and peaks. All tours offer glacier views and a wilderness hiking experience. Heliengagement/wedding and heli-fishing packages available. Upgradeable options. Private tours. Shuttle service from Banff and Lake Louise. Cline River via Icefields Pkwy and Hwy 11, 2.5 hrs south of town, 1-888-844-3514, rockiesheli.com
MUSEUMS/GALLERIES
DEN WILDLIFE MUSEUM Over 100 Canadian bird and animal specimens displayed in classic and natural scenes. Tokens available at the front desk. Free for hotel guests. Downstairs at the Whistlers Inn, Connaught Dr at Miette St, 780-852-3361, whistlersinn.com
JASPER ART GUILD Non-profit gallery promotes visual arts in Jasper and displays local and regional artwork. Artists often on site. 500 Robson St, 780-852-1994
JASPER YELLOWHEAD MUSEUM &
ARCHIVES Preserves and shares Jasper’s history from 10,000 years ago to present day. Three galleries, archives and a shop. Historical Gallery features local history including Indigenous peoples, fur trade, railway, early tourism and Jasper National Park development. The Showcase Gallery and Alcove Gallery exhibits change regularly and often feature local art and traveling exhibits. 400 Bonhomme St, 780-852-3013, jaspermuseum.com
MOUNTAIN GALLERIES at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Canadian fine art since 1992. Director Wendy Wacko and her team of art professionals showcase a collection of paintings from abstract impressionism to magic realism. Museum-quality glass, clay, stone and bronze sculptures. Inuit prints and carvings. Guaranteed worldwide shipping. Frequent Artist in Residence visits from prominent artists. 780-852-5378, mountaingalleries.com
HORSEBACK RIDING
JASPER PARK STABLES Guided horseback rides along beautiful trails. Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, 780-883-0506
OLD ENTRANCE TRAIL RIDES Trail rides in the scenic foothills. 26118 Old Entrance Road, Hinton, 780-865-4760
PLANETARIUM
JASPER PLANETARIUM Guided night sky experiences on planets, galaxies, northern lights, and indigenous constellations. Try the Dinner & Telescope Experience with Pyramid Lake Resort. At the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, 780-931-3275. jasperplanetarium.com
RAFTING
JASPER RAFT TOURS Family-friendly float trips on the Athabasca River since 1972. Suitable for children 2 years and up to 100! Licensed guides row while guests relax. Comfortable rafts, gear and shuttle provided. Dog-friendly tours! Meet: Train Station totem pole. Book online or Jasper Adventure Centre, 611 Patricia St, 1-888-553-5623, jasperrafttours.com
JASPER RAFTING ADVENTURES Be enchanted on an AWE-some whitewater river journey. Paddle through the breathtaking valleys of Jasper National Park and gain insight into the environment and history of the natural surroundings. Let your mind, body and soul be refreshed with Jasper Rafting Adventures. Quality gear for all weather conditions and comfortable transportation provided. Following COVID-19 best practices for operating safely.618 Connaught Dr, 780-852-4292, jasperraftingadventures.com
JASPER’S WHITEWATER RAFTING
Fun for every generation. Rafting tours for everyone, from the hesitant first timers to the more daring water enthusiasts. Let the natural beauty of the rivers create lasting memories while you play in the company of experienced guides. Transportation and river gear provided. Following COVID-19 best practices for operating safely. Locally owned and operated since 1971. 618 Connaught Dr, 780-852-7238, raftingjasper.ca.com
MALIGNE RAFTING ADVENTURES
Guided trips with gear, transport and choice of three rivers. Class 3+ Fraser Rearguard Run with Mt Robson view and big rapids. Class 3 Challenge on the Sunwapta with technical rapids. Class 2 Athabasca River Canyon Run aboard paddle rafts. Book at Maligne Adventures, 632 Connaught Dr, 780-852-3331, raftjasper.com
ROCKY MOUNTAIN RIVER GUIDES
Find your inner River Rat. Paddle between plenty of splashes on either the Mile 5 or Athabasca Falls trips, or get a glacial facial on the Sunwapta River. Wetsuits, booties, life vests, paddle, jackets, tuques, gloves, transportation and good humour all provided. Following COVID-19 best practices for operating safely. 618 Connaught Dr, 780-852-3777, rmriverguides.com
THE SPA AT FAIRMONT JASPER PARK LODGE
Rated the #1 Spa in Alberta by Spas of America The grandeur of Jasper inspires you to slow your pace, breathe deeply and reflect on nature. This reflection underscores every treatment we offer.
SIGHTSEEING LIFT
JASPER SKYTRAM Canada’s longest and highest guided aerial tramway tour climbs for 7.5 min to 2,263 m/7425 ft up Whistlers Mountain. Dogs welcome! At the top you can walk the boardwalk, hike the Whistlers Summit Trail, and see the panoramic 360° view of six mountain ranges. Flight time choices, tickets and combo activity options available at the booking desk and online. 7 km/4.4 mi south of town, Whistlers Road via the Icefields Parkway, jasperskytram.com
SIGHTSEEING TOURS
BREWSTER SIGHTSEEING TOURS
Guided motorcoach tours led by knowledgeable guides. Explore Jasper Townsite, Maligne Canyon and Maligne Lake. Tour combos available. Glacier Adventure/Skywalk and lunch at Glacier Discovery Centre. Free pick-up from many hotels. 1-888-597-4352, banffjaspercollection.com
HIKING WITH CLAIRE Passionate and experienced certified guide offering hiking packages for every ability. Day hikes, out-and-backs, heli-hikes, mountaintop yoga and overnight stargazing hikes available. Customized trips for photography, elopement, stargazing and more. Fluent in French and English. 780-223-4498, hikingwithclaire.net
GYPSY GUIDE SELF DRIVE TOURS
Commentary on attractions and history in Jasper National Park. Uses 1000s of GPS activation points. Search GyPSy Guide to download. No data fees. Works without network. 1-866-477-4171
MALIGNE ADVENTURES Guided sightseeing excursions with hotel pickup. Maligne Valley Wildlife & Waterfalls animal watching and Maligne Canyon waterfalls walk. Medicine Lake and Maligne Lake with Maligne lakeshore walk or Maligne Lake Cruise to Spirit Island. Wildlife Search to top spots for seeing animals. Maligne Valley Hiker's Shuttle for Skyline Trail backpackers. 604 Connaught Dr, 1-844-808-7177, maligneadventures.com
SUNDOG TOURS Guided sightseeing with interpretive activities. Maligne Valley tour with wildlife watching, canyon walk, and Maligne Lake walk or cruise. Wildlife Discovery to animal habitat. Half Day Train Journey to historic Yellowhead Pass and van return past Mt Robson. Columbia Icefield includes Ice Explorer tour and Glacier Skywalk. Jasper to Lake Louise to Banff with Icefields Parkway tour and Glacier Skywalk. Jasper SkyTram with town shuttle. Hotel pick-up. Edmonton and airport shuttle. 414 Connaught Dr, 780-852-4056, sundogtours.com
SPAS
JASPER FITNESS & AQUATIC CENTRE
Family-friendly indoor swimming with waterslide, wading pool, hot tub and steam room. Fitness centre and bouldering wall. Private bookings for families during pubic health restrictions. Amenities reopening when permitted. 303 Bohnomme St, 780-852-3381, jasper-alberta.com
JASPER WELLNESS Yoga, massage and doula services. Pre and post-natal services. Online yoga and outside yoga on location. Certain activities will reopen when permitted. Basement, 618 Connaught Dr, 780-931-2769
HEARTSPACE Holistic, nurturing and loving environment offering spa services, spirit rituals, readings, healings and fine art fore sale. Wellness packages and spa accommodation available. 610 Connaught Dr, 780-883 0348
THE SPA AT FAIRMONT JASPER
PARK LODGE Participate in nature’s gifts in the heart of Jasper National Park. Ten treatment rooms, 2 couples rooms, rain showers, steam rooms, saunas and fireside lounge. Luxury massage and body experiences. Facials, nail services and makeup. Treatments for men. Highend hair and skin products include Eufora, Jane Iredale, Kerstin Florian, and aromatherapy associates. Common areas will reopen when health restrictions permit. 780-852-3301, fairmont.com/jasper/spa SPA JASPER Registered therapists and estheticians offering full hair services, spa treatments, wraps and more. Packages available. Sawridge Inn, 76 Connaught Dr, 780-852-3252
WILD ORCHID SALON & SPA Therapeutic and relaxation massage from registered therapists. Body treatments, aesthetics and full hair services. Bridal packages. 616 Patricia St, 780-852-2111
ZIPLINE TOURS
ALTERNATIVE ADVENTURES Fly like a superhero on a specially engineered zipline. 366 m/1200 ft cables adjust for mellow to extreme flights. Tandem flights or solo flights are great for the whole family! Harnesses for ages 2+. No weight restrictions. On-site camping/RV parking. 40 min east of town, north side of Hwy 16, 780-817-9696, alternativeadventures.ca
11:06AM The moment you discovered one of Canada’s greatest golf treasures.
JASPER PARK LODGE GOLF CLUB
Designed by famous Canadian architect Stanley Thompson, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Club is one of our country’s most iconic courses. Rated as Canada’s #1 Golf Resort for over 20 consecutive years by SCOREGolf Magazine.
