Jasper National Park is the rugged, quiet side of the Canadian Rockies. In winter, the park turns into a white world of frozen lakes, quiet pine forests and mountain peaks full of fresh powder snow. The village of Jasper is cozy in the middle of it: small, relaxed and a fine base for days in nature.
In Jasper you will find a rare blend of nature, silence and adventure. You can ski on Marmot Basin, hike through Maligne Canyon or just enjoy the view with a mug of hot chocolate.
💡 Did you know that Jasper National Park is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies?
In winter, Jasper enjoys a special tranquility. At over 1,000 meters, the air is dry, clean and remarkably clear. At night you have a chance to see the northern lights, which dance in clear skies above the white mountain peaks. During the day you may encounter moose, bighorn sheep or even a lynx – all in their natural habitat.
🌌 Great chance of northern lights in the winter months
🐾 Lots of wildlife to spot, including in the snow
Jasper is an excellent destination for lovers of snow and adventure. Just a twenty-minute drive from the village is Marmot Basin, a convenient ski area with wide slopes, short wait times and views of the surrounding mountain ranges. There’s plenty to do off the slopes, too: from cross-country skiing and snowshoeing to ice climbing in frozen gorges.
🎿 Skiing at Marmot Basin
❄️ Also ideal for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing
The slogan “Your base of adventure” fits Jasper National Park perfectly. Of course, you come here primarily to enjoy the slopes of Marmot Basin, but you can turn your ski vacation into an absolute dream vacation by also taking advantage of a wide range of activities you can do here. For example, how about a cool dog sled ride or ice climbing in Maligne Canyon? Click on the links below to learn more about this beautiful national park.
Jasper was established as a National Park in 1907. With a size of 11,000 km2, Jasper is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. When you travel here, you will in all likelihood spot many animals, lots of animals! One of Jasper’s main assets. Bighorn sheep, grizzly bears, beavers, moose, reindeer, wolves, you just might spot these animals!
In addition to wildlife, Jasper is also characterized by the park’s many glaciers, cliffs and lakes. One of the highlights is the Columbia Icefield with the world-famous Athabasca Glacier. If you have booked a rental car, be sure to drive along the 232-kilometer-long Icefields Parkway (Highway 93), which was built especially to admire all the natural beauty. This scenic route is among the most beautiful in the world and connects Jasper with Lake Louise in nearby Banff National Park.
Another must see in Jasper National Park, without a doubt, is Maligne Lake. If you Google pictures of Canada, most of them will show you a picture of this bright blue lake. The absolute highlight of the lake, is Spirit Island.
The eponymous village of Jasper is located in the heart of the national park and not far from the Marmot Basin ski area. It is a cozy and friendly mountain village with only about 4,500 inhabitants. In 1813 the village was founded as a trading post for the fur trade, today it is the cozy base for many tourists and of course winter sports enthusiasts. You will find in the village all kinds of amenities that are not inferior to many cities. Stores, restaurants, cafes and of course a variety of accommodations make Jasper the perfect ideal village to explore both the Marmot Basin ski area and the rest of the natural beauty of the National Park.
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