Activities

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EDITOR’S PICK

Hidden away in the spectacular landscape of Jasper National Park lies the luxurious Spa at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (p 78). Surrounded by magnificent scenery of rugged mountains and pristine lakes, the spa is the perfect place to unwind and rejuvenate. After a long day travelling and exploring the winter wonderland of Jasper, the Spa is ready and waiting for you to arrive, with candles lit, oils diffusing, relaxing music, a hand-written welcoming plaque and a toasty, pre-heated bed. Just what you need when the weather is chilly! From the moment you step foot in the Spa to the moment you leave, you feel pampered, with all the time in the world to breathe deep, reflect and take in the nature

around you. -JASMINE HOLMES

HISTORICAL HIDEOUTS

Do you know about Agnes and Mona Harrigan, the first female guides in Jasper National Park? What about Curly Phillips, Fred Brewster and the beginnings of tourism in the area? Do you know what happened to the First Nations who used to call this area home? Learn the history, stories and more from Jasper Museum (p 75). There's so much to discover! -TJ

HORSE & HOUND

From hoofbeats in the snow to wagging tails and licking tongues, Jasper has family-friendly outdoor adventures for animal lovers of all ages. Enjoy a team of huge draft horses while cozy and warm under a blanket on a sleigh ride with Jasper Riding Stables (p 77). Each 40-minute tour of Pyramid Lake includes stunning mountain scenery. If you’re looking to make dog friends, meet the enthusiastic sleigh dogs of Cold Fire Creek Dogsledding (p 75). Learn the ropes with a 60-minute introductory tour or embrace the adventure of an overnight stay in a cozy log cabin! -KATE BARKER

CANYON ICEWALKS

MALIGNE CANYON ICEWALKS

Guided tour of the frozen canyon floor. Explore the entrance to a cave system, ice caves and towering frozen waterfalls stretching over 30 metres. Cleats, winter boots, helmets, snacks and hot chocolate. Free shuttle. 1-866-606-6700, banffjaspercollection.com

SUNDOG TOURS Jasper’s most popular and impressive winter adventure. Explore frozen waterfalls, ice caves and incredible ice formations. Learn about Jasper’s Maligne Valley, Karst topography, and the mystery of the “disappearing” Medicine Lake. 3 hr Maligne Canyon tour includes boots, cleats and guide. Free transportation from all Jasper accommodations. 414 Connaught Dr, 1-888-786-3641, sundogtours.com

DOG SLED TOURS

COLD FIRE CREEK DOG SLEDDING

Learn about dogs and dog sledding from experts. Tours include the family-friendly 60 Minute Musher, 2.5 hr Moonshiners of Whiskey Creek with lunch and a campfire, 4 hr Ghost of Cold Fire Creek with cabin visit and campfire lunch. Off Hwy 16 W of town, 1-877-295-8505, dogsleddinginjasper.com

FAT BIKE RENTALS

• Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge 1 Old Lodge Rd, 780-852-3301 • Jasper Source for Sports 406 Patricia St, 780-852-3898

HELICOPTER TOURS

ROCKIES HELI CANADA Helicopter sightseeing tours of the Canadian Rockies. Heli Snowshoeing Adventure fly to a high alpine meadow with over 2 metres of snow or to the Confluence and snowshoe to a frozen waterfall. Snowshoes, hot chocolate and Irish cream provided. Try a Bubbles Tour to see frozen natural methane bubbles on Abraham Lake. Cline River via Icefields Pkwy and Hwy 11, 2.5 hrs S of town, 1-888-844-3514, rockiesheli.com

PLAY IN THE SNOW

Play in the snow in Jasper this winter! Try a snowshoe tour with Sundog Tours (p 76). Tours are customizable and can include transportation and equipment. See the backcountry with a guided ski touring adventure from Rockaboo (below). Explore the rim of Maligne Canyon with Walks & Talks (p 77) and learn about the unique geology and underground drainage system of the canyon. Photograph all of your adventures with a photography workshop from Jasper Photo Tours (p 76). Choose from unique options including night photography and cellphone workshops. -TAYLOR JAINE

ICE CLIMBING

ROCKABOO Ice climbing with ACMG guides, gear and instruction. Custom tours and avalanche training. 610 Patricia St, 780-820-0092

ICE SKATING

FAIRMONT JASPER PARK

LODGE Skate in the open air surrounded by mountain views. Groomed outdoor rinks on Lake Mildred include a hockey rink and skating oval. Skate rentals available at the lodge. 780-852-3301, fairmont.com/jasper

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 a broad variety of local and regional work including oils, acrylics, fiber arts, mixed media, sculpture, and photography. Library & Cultural Centre, 500 Robson St, 780-852-1994

JASPER-YELLOWHEAD MUSEUM &

ARCHIVES Preserving and sharing the history of the town of Jasper and the surrounding national park from 10,000 years ago to present day. Three galleries, archives and a museum shop. Historical Gallery exhibits feature local history including Indigenous peoples, fur trade, railway, early tourism and Jasper National Park development. The Showcase Gallery and Alcove Gallery exhibits change often and feature travelling historical displays as well as local and regional artists and photographers. 400 Bonhomme St, 780-852-3013, jaspermuseum.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.

Visit our Tax Free Gift Shop 780.852.3013jaspermuseum.org

400 Bonhomme St near Aquatic Centre

Your free maps to the Canadian Rockies

1,2.5, and 4hr trips Campfire Lunch Drive your Own team❄ Small Groups Great fun for all ages 1-877-295-8505 dogsleddinginjasper.com

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MOUNTAIN GALLERIES at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Canadian fine art since 1992. Director Wendy Wacko and her team of educated art professionals showcase a collection of paintings from abstract impressionism to magic realism, with a focus on wilderness landscapes. Museum-quality glass, clay, stone and bronze sculptures. Inuit prints and carvings. Guaranteed worldwide shipping. Frequent Artist in Residence for artistic demonstrations and discussion. 780-852-5378, mountaingalleries.com

PLANETARIUM

JASPER PLANETARIUM Astronomers give guided presentations of planets, galaxies, northern lights and Indigenous constellations in their domed theater with the Planetarium Experience. Combine with the Telescope Experience for guided stargazing with the Rockies largest, most powerful telescope. Dome Theatre: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, 780-931-3275, jasperplanetarium.com

SIGHTSEEING/ SHUTTLES

GYPSY GUIDE SELF DRIVE TOURS

Commentary on attractions, history and sights in Jasper National Park. Plays at 1000s of GPS points. Seach GyPSy Guide Jasper to download. No data fees. App works without network service.

JASPER PHOTO TOURS Teaching everyone to channel creativity into a beautiful photograph, no matter the camera. Lessons and tours from professional photographers. 780-931-4373

SUNDOG TOURS Sightseeing with guide and transportation. Learn about animals in Jasper National Park with a Winter Wildlife Discovery Tour. Learn the rich history, geology and ecology of the mountains with a Winter Train Tour. Try the West Edmonton Mall Excursion to the biggest shopping complex in Canada, with 4.5 hrs in the mall. Daily transportation to Hinton, Edson, Edmonton and Lake Louise, Banff, Calgary. 414 Connaught Dr, 1-888-786-3641, sundogtours.com

WALKS & TALKS JASPER Experience Jasper with local guide Paula Beauchamp. Maligne Canyon Five Bridges Adventure: see icefalls on a canyon rim and bridges walk. Winter Snowshoe Adventure: snowshoe in best snow of the day. Includes gear and transportation. 618 Connaught Dr, 780-852-4994

SKI AREA

MARMOT BASIN Skiing and snowboarding on uncrowded slopes. 1675 acres including bowls, glades, groomed runs and terrain parks. 4 quads, 3 express, 1 triple and 1 double chair, magic carpet. Base and mid-mountain day lodges. Gear rentals, snow school, tours and nursery. Town shuttle: 15 min S of town via Icefields Pkwy, 780-852-3816

SLEIGH RIDES

JASPER RIDING STABLES Horse drawn sleigh rides on Pyramid Lake. Call ahead for up-to-date pricing and schedule. Pyramid Lake Rd, 4 km/2.5 mi from town, 780-883-0900

SNOWSHOEING & XC

XC SKI & SNOWSHOE RENTALS

• Edge Control 618 Connaught Dr, 780-852-4945 • Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge 780-852-3301 • Jasper Source for Sports 406 Patricia St, 780-852-3654 • Pure Outdoors 632 Connaught Dr, 780-852-4717 • Totem Ski Shop 408 Connaught Dr, 780-852-3078

9:30am, 1:00pm, 5:30pm

CROSS-COUNTRY SKI TRAILS

Groomed trails for xc skiers: • Whirlpool Cross-Country Ski Hub includes easy, 7 km/4.3 mi return Moab Lake Trail or the moderate climb to Moab Lake, 15.2 km/9.4 mi return. Leach Lake Trail is a moderate 7 km/4.3 mi return with excellent views. Continue farther for a 15.2 km/9.4 mi return to Athabasca Falls. • Pyramid Bench Plateau with trails near Patricia Lake and Pyramid Lake. Pyramid Fire Rd is a challenging 16.8 km/10.4 mi trail with views from Pyramid Mountain. • Wabasso Campground has various easy trails and is popular with families. Visit Jasper Information Centre, 500 Connaught Dr, 780-852-6176, for trail suggestions, maps and snow reports.

FIND YOUR BUBBLE

Have you seen the bubbles on Abraham Lake? They're created by bacteria feeding on decaying organics and expelling methane gas. As the lake freezes, it captures these bubbles within the ice for a spectacular display of the force of nature. Visit this unique spot with a tour from Rockies Heli Canada (p 75). Enjoy a scenic helicopter tour followed by a backcountry snowshoe and a guided tour of the lake. Take advantage of a photo safari like no other! -TAYLOR JAINE

SNOWSHOE TRAILS

• Pyramid Bench Various trails including the easy, 4.2 km/2.6 mi Edge of the Bench trail, with spectacular views of town and the surrounding peaks. The moderate Pyramid Overlook is a 6 km/3.7 mi loop with phenomenal views of Pyramid Mountain. Try the steep, moderate, 8.6 km/5.3 mi loop trail to Virl, Dorothy and Christine Lakes for some of the best views. • Maligne Lake has some of the best snow in the park and it's an excellent place to see wildlife. Try the easy Little Moose Lake Loop, a 2.6 km/1.6 mi forest trail from Maligne Lake to Moose Lake. The easy Mary Schaffer Loop is 3.2 km/2 mi. Start at Maligne Lake, pass Curly Phillips’ historic boathouse to the viewpoint and return through the trees. • Medicine Lakeshore is an easy 3 km/1.8 mi return with views of Watchtower Canyon. • Beaver Lake is an easy, 2.6 km/1.6 mi loop with picturesque views of dramatic mountains. Visit the Jasper Information Centre, 500 Connaught Dr, 780-852-6176, for trail suggestions, maps and snow reports.

SPAS & MASSAGE

JASPER WELLNESS Focused on people and their well-being. Registered massage therapists provide therapeutic, prenatal and express massages. Drop-in yoga classes have moved online. Basement, 618 Connaught Dr, 780-931-2769

SPA JASPER New spa owned by Jasper local with 24 years of massage experience from around the world. Full service spa and salon providing massage, aesthetics, nails and hair. Sawridge Inn, 76 Connaught Dr, 780-852-3252

THE SPA at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Award-winning spa inspired by the natural elements of Jasper. Customized treatments to help you recover from long days carving up the hill or exploring the mountains. Luxury massage and body experiences for everyone. Facials, nail services, makeup and hair salon. Treatments for men. Products include Eufora, Jane Iredale, Kerstin Florian, Tata Harper and Pai-Shau. 780-852-6014, fairmont.com/jasper/spa TRADEMARK HAIR COMPANY Salon and spa with an inviting presence that caters personal experiences to every guest. Hair services, makeup, facials, manicures, pedicures, wraps, waxing, hot stone and customized massage. 606 Patricia St, 780-852-9700

WILD ORCHID SALON & SPA A serene atmosphere offering therapeutic and relaxation massage. Body treatments include exfoliation, wraps and aromatherapy. Aesthetics include manicures, pedicures, facials, lash extensions hair removal and makeup. Full hair services. Bridal hair and makeup. Spa packages. Shop Alterna and Living Proof hair products. 616 Patricia St, 780-852-2111

SWIMMING & FITNESS

JASPER ACTIVITY CENTRE Squash and racquetball courts will reopen after scheduled repairs. Curling rink hosting regular clinics and drop-in nights. Indoor skating rink is currently closed to the public. Call for times and rates. 303 Bonhomme St, 780-852-3381

JASPER FITNESS & AQUATIC CENTRE

Indoor 25 m/82 ft pool, 50 m/164 ft waterslide, "skywalker," monkey bars, wading pool and hot tub. Towel, suit, life jacket and goggle rentals. Fitness centre open by appointment only. Bouldering wall has scheduled and drop in times. 305 Bonhomme St, 780-852-3663

TRANSPORTATION

CAR RENTALS

• Budget Sundog Tours, 414 Connaught Dr, 780-852-3222 • National Jasper Heritage Train and Bus Station, 607 Connaught Dr, 780-852-1117

SUNDOG TRANSPORTATION Daily transportation service to Hinton, Edson, Edmonton and Lake Louise, Banff, Calgary. 414 Connaught Dr, 1-888-786-3641, sundogtours.com

TOBOGGANING

FAIRMONT JASPER PARK LODGE

The hills of the golf course offer family fun throughout the winter. Try the brand new groomed hill! Toboggan, sled, crazy carpet and tube rentals available at the Winter Rental Shop. 780-852-3301, fairmont.com/jasper