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Discovery trail 2 Medicine Lake Park Regulations Fort St.JamesNationalHistoric Site Campgrounds Mountain PineBeetle Species atRisk Edith CavellandWabasso Road Icefields ParkwayDrivingGuide Icefields ParkwayandArea Jasper EastandMietteHotSprings Maligne Valley Townsite Map Town Attractions Area Map Around Town Jasper NationalParkMap Jasper’s Top 5Regions Jasper Wildlife Welcome Contents the wondersofadarksky. always beabletoexperience in JasperNationalParkwill way residents andvisitors humans are protected. This animalsandof nocturnal that thenaturalrhythms ensures over thelast8years Jasper andoutlyingproperties partnership withthetownof protecting ourdarkskies in Our commitmentto Dark SkyPreserve. Jasper NationalParkasa Canada (RASC)designated Astronomical Societyof In 2011,theRoyal Dark SkyPreserve Jasper NationalPark 22 21 21 20 27 26 24 18 16 14 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 4 3 on earth. insights intoearlylifeandevolution continues togiveimportantscientific preserved Cambrianfossilsand Yoho NationalParkholdsexquisitely that shapeit.TheBurgess Shalein glacial andgeologicalprocesses through prominent examplesofthe of theCanadianRockyMountains exemplifies thestrikingnaturalbeauty This 29990square kilometre site World HeritageSite. Canadian RockyMountainParks Hamber provincial parks asthe Robson, MountAssiniboineand national parks,aswellMount Jasper, Banff, Yoho andKootenay Organization (UNESCO)designated Educational, ScientificandCultural In 1985theUnitedNations Parks World HeritageSite Canadian RockyMountain A UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper 780-852-6176 500 ConnaughtDrive JASPER INFORMATION CENTRE PARKS CANADA Directory parkscanada.gc.ca/jaspertrails JASPER TRAIL CONDITIONS REPORT SOCIAL MEDIA JasperNP and presentationofJasperNationalPark. for theirpast,present,andfuturecontributionstotheprotection,preservation Stoney andMétisNations.We mentionthistohonourandthankthesenations Treaty 8andthetraditionalterritoriesofBeaver, Cree,Ojibway, Shuswap, We respectfullyacknowledgethatJasperNationalParkislocatedinTreaty 6, wildlife, outstandingnaturalbeautyandrich majesticmountains,abundantwilderness, the CanadianRockies;aplaceofvast Jasper isthelargest nationalparkin Spanning over11000square kilometres, history ofJasperNationalPark. and more, are partoftherichcultural fur traders,railwayworkers,mountaineers, the earliestoftimes.Indigenouspeoples, mighty peaksoftheAthabascaValley from You are amongtravellersdrawntothe Welcome toJasperNationalPark

parkscanada.gc.ca/reservation 1-877-737-3783 PARKS CANADARESERVATIONS 780-852-4341 •friendsofjasper.com Maps andguidebooks: FRIENDS OFJASPERNATIONAL PARK 780-852-6236 •jasper.travel TOURISM JASPER visit issafe,enjoyable,andmemorable. We are here toassistyouandhopeyour when youseeusanywhere inthepark. events, orsimplyshare inaconversation at ParksCanada-ledexperiencesand Canada staff attheInformationCentre, While youare here, joinourfriendlyParks the richhistoryofJasperNationalPark. With yourarrivalyoutooare nowpartof all around theworldtotravelhere, likeyou. human history. Jasperenticesvisitorsfrom

780-852-3100 (satellite) Cell phones are notalways reliable. Dial 911 EMERGENCY 511.alberta.ca •drivebc.ca Road conditions: weather.gc.ca Jasper weather:780-852-3185 GENERAL 3 Protecting Wildlife Wildlife Identification & Populations

NO DISTINCTIVE Human Food and Garbage Kills Wildlife. SHOULDER SHOULDER HUMP SMALL LARGE OR GRIZZLY? HEAD HUMP HEAD BLACK BEAR NEVER LEAVE FOOD UNATTENDED. Wildlife that eat human food or garbage become aggressive with people. This puts SHORT

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Wildlife quickly find any food, scented items or This puts you and others in danger. If your food or garbage that is left unattended. garbage is not properly stored, wild animals will Note: Black bears and Grizzly bears come in a variety of colours. Once a taste for human food and garbage has developed, enter picnic areas, or campsites in search of more food and garbage. they become aggressive in their search for more. Characteristics Characteristics

Medium-sized dog; Built like a large German Photo: R. Gruys R. Photo: Give Wildlife Space. thick, bushy tail, greyish- Shepherd, with longer legs. brown in colour. Colour can vary from white Photo: M.Bradley Photo: to black. DO NOT APPROACH OR ENTICE WILDLIFE. Where to find Valley bottoms. Well- Where to find Following, crowding or startling wildlife can lead to aggressive encounters, ? adapted to humans. 60-80 Mainly valley bottoms.

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Where to find Photo: M. Bradley M. Photo: Photo: M. Bradley M. Photo: Valley bottoms and open Where to find If you see wildlife on the road always slow down. Stopping is not Near steep rocky terrain. 300 areas. Commonly seen 1200 recommended for your safety and the safety of wildlife. If you chose to stop: around townsites.

11.5 cm 9 cm 9 • Pull over where it is safe to do so. • Quickly observe, take a photo and move on. Elk Bighorn Sheep • Use your hazard lights to alert others. • Move on if a traffic jam develops; • Stay in your vehicle. It is unsafe for people and wildlife. Characteristics Long legs, shoulder hump, Characteristics built like a horse with a large Narrow black horns, beard, head, shovel-like antlers. long white hair. KEEP PETS ON A LEASH Where to find Where to find • Pets must be kept on a leash at all times. Wet and marshy areas. Near steep rocky terrain. • Pets attract wildlife and may be attacked if they are left unattended. • Do not leave pet food out. If you walk away, store food dishes – empty 180 250 or full. Always store food dishes at night.

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5.4 kmoneway 4.6 kmoneway Roche Bonhomme. Adjacent toLakeAnnette,thisquieterarea offers picnicsitesandviewsof cook shelters,changerooms anda2.4km wheelchair-friendly trail. The mostpopularofJasper’s beachesoffering picnicsites,aplayground, sites andstunningviews. On thebenchlandsabovetown,thislaid-backarea hassecludedpicnic picnic tablesforlarger groups. Along thebanksofrushingMaligneRiver, you’llfindsiteswithdouble 4.6 kmloop 3.8 kmloop 2.4 kmloop 8.3 kmloop Distance Distance one way one way one way 2.8 km 2.8 km 4.4 km UsethistrailtoaccessthePyramidBenchfrom town. LakeEdithandAnnette. JasperParkLodge. AnnetteandLakeEdith. This trailaccessesWapiti campground. Explore fiveuniqueandspectacularlakes. beautiful LakeAnnette. A pavedandwheelchair-friendy waterfront trailaround Use thistrailtoconnectJasperParkLodgeand A flattraillinkingthetowntoOldFortPointand An easytrailconnectingthetownofJaspertoLake Interpretive trailaround townwithmultipleaccess 13 points. Partsofthetrailare moderatelydifficult.

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k a Located in the heart of Jasper, the Jasper Information Centre A i i s e c i Laundromat p 100 r April 1 – May 15 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. G e t n A a v P National Historic Site is your one-stop shop for information Grocery store e May 16 – October 9 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. t 100 S Asp e en Ave Gas station m t on trails, interpretive programs, activities, suggested m n October 10 – March 31 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. o e c h s n e Recycling depot o r B C itineraries, restaurants, hotels 200 n 200 li o Sani dump C and local services. P Bals yra am St Museum mid

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Fiddle Valley andAshlarRidge. This steeptrailendswithviewsofUtopiaMountain, touch thesource oftheMietteHotSprings. Stroll through theremains oftheoldaquacourtand are available. *Swimsuits, towelsandlocker rentals October 15-April30 September 3-October14 June 14–September2 May 3–June13 Hours ofOperation wheelchair friendly. Explore thesiteofa1900scoalmine.Lowerloopis picnic area andoptionsforhikes. Miette HotSpringshasashaded mining site. This area isthelocationofanoldcoal trading postestablishedin1829. Viewpoint overlookingthesiteofa Description Easy Description Closed 10:30 a.m.–9:00p.m. 9:00 a.m.–11:00p.m. 10:30 a.m.–9:00p.m. Moderate Difficult House Jasper A A Jasper East 33 Talbot Lake

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Red chairs 3.4 km return A quick ascent above treeline to a vast meadow and 50 Wilcox Pass HIGHLIGHTS Getting there Description Wilcox Pass incomparable panoramic views. 6.8 km return One of the most powerful falls in the Canadian Rockies, 30 km south of Jasper Athabasca Falls the Athabasca River pours over a layer of quartzite The dramatic views of the Saskatchewan Glacier are (30 minute drive) Highway 93 51 5.6 km return forming an impressive canyon. Parker Ridge worth hiking up the switchbacks. Avoid shortcuts.

Mount Christie 41 km south of Jasper A hidden gem with breathtaking views of the Moderate (40 min) Highway 93 Athabasca River and Mount Fryatt. Icefield Information Centre Hours of Operation May 4 – May 15 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Sunwapta Falls 55 km south of Jasper A short walk takes visitors to a footbridge to view this May 16 – September 29 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Coleman Creek 131 102 Check weatherandroad conditionsbefore travellingonthe ERSMS 3265 m Icefields Parkway. Whilelesslikelyinthesummer, snow 150 WILS 83 3261 m Sunset Pass and Sunset Lookout 137 96 Saskatchewan River Crossing 155 78

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63 TTEM 3266 m 3155 m Howse Pass 154 79 Waterfowl points fromwithinthecampground. along Tunnel MountainRoad,thetrailcanbejoinedatanynumberof in sightofthecampgroundatalltimes.Althoughtrailhead kioskis The perfectplaceforaneveningstroll,thislightlyforestedtrail remains Trailhead: ofTunnel Corner MountainRoadandTunnel MountainDrive 6.5 kmoneway;60melevationgain;1.5hourround trip Tunnel Campground Loop–EasyTrail Hike orridearound 175 58 Do not approach wildlife. LEGEND Mistaya Canyon 159 74

RIES Major highway 26 m Waterfowl Lakes end of une to early ept.

180 ES 173 60 53 Minor highway Silverhorn 30 m MAX 25 FT Park boundary Chephren Lake, Cirue Lake PTTERS 31 m and PeytoLake 185 Mountain peak Silerhorn reek 48 WEED Bow Summit 300 m GlacierIcefield CLDR BSERVTI 9 21 m 31 m Bow Summit / Peyto Lake 190 43 190

43 2 ttraction 9 BOW PASS CLOSED FOR THE SEASON 206 m Viewpoint

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38 Bow Glacier, Bow Glacier Falls WAPTA Trailhead 193 40 ICEFIELD CIRE 23 m um-Ti-Jah Lodge Mayct. Crowfoot Glacier 11 CampgroundMcCELL Crowfoot Glacier 12 200 Helen Lake 33 13 RV camping CRWT 11 Bow Lake 196 37 3050 m 93 DLMITE RV max 25 ft .5 m 22 m MAX 25 FT Mosquito Creek 205 28 BW 12 Crowfoot Glacier 197 26 m Picnic site 36 BLR 13 Helen Lake, Dolomite Pass 322 m Mosquito Hostel

210 Creek Hostel 23 osuito reek uneept. WAPUTIK Information Centre MAX 25 FT 206 27 ICEFIELD osuito reek ostel year round ood 215 18 KAMLOOPS Molar Pass VANCOUVER DLE Lodging MLR 212 21 3002 m uel Hector Lake 220 13

Herbert Lake HECTR Telephone 33 m Hector Lake 214 19 1 Tramway 225 8 Toilets 1 Herbert Lake 227 6 CCLE 302 m 230 3 Junction: Trans-Canada Highway and Icefields Parkway 230 3 VICTRI 233 35 m PTRMIG 305 m 0 LAKE CALGAR RCMP Lake Louise 233 0 KM FROM JASPER LOUISE KM FROM LAKE LOUISE

BANFF REDBT 202 m BANFF 59 km ilometres RCMP TEMPLE

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0 10 20 30 Miles Edith Cavell and Species at Risk and Whirling Disease Wabasso Road (Hwy 93A) Caribou Olive-sided Flycatcher Rangifer tarandus Contopus cooperi A member of the deer family, they are This migrating bird sings a loud three- well-adapted to cold, harsh winters note whistle of “Quick, Three Cheers!” and life in the alpine. and tends to perch on top of tall trees while foraging for insects. Threatened by Changes to predator populations, Threatened by Cavell Pond human disturbance, habitat loss due Habitat loss, declining insect prey and to fire and small populations. historic fire suppression by humans.

Mount Edith Cavell is open in 2019! Little Brown Bat Haller’s Apple Moss Re-opening in mid-June, Mount Edith Cavell is back and better than ever. Improvements include an expanded Myotis lucifugus Bartramia halleriana A small insect-eating bat that often Haller’s apple moss is found parking area, new toilets and new picnic areas. The Path of the Glacier trail has been re-paved and the main roosts in buildings and can be seen on shady cliff ledges and rocky viewpoint has been expanded. If you’ve never been to Mount Edith Cavell, this is the perfect time to take in the foraging at dusk. mountain slopes. Jasper is home to one of only nine known locations for magnificent views. Don’t forget your camera. Endangered by the rare moss in all of Canada. White-nose Syndrome, an introduced fungus that grows on the muzzle of Endangered by HIGHLIGHTS Distance Description hibernating bats, and is causing a Fire, human disturbance and small rapid population decline across North population size.

41 Path of the Glacier Trail 1.2 km return A short hike with breathtaking views of Mount Edith Cavell. America.

42 Cavell Meadows Trail 6 - 8 km return Usually closed until mid-July to allow the snow to melt. This trail meanders upwards into a beautiful alpine meadow. Northern Common Nighthawk Long-Eared Bat Chordeiles minor Moderate Myotis septentrionalis A diving nighthawk that makes a Similar to the brown bat, it has distinct booming sound like a truck longer ears, a longer tail and bigger roaring by, caused by air rushing wings. through its feathers. Endangered by Threatened by C Edith Cavell a White-nose Syndrome. Habitat loss, declining insect prey and v Whitebark Pine e fire suppression by humans. l l Species at Risk

R o Legend Pinus albicaulis a d See full legend Whitebark pine is a five- on pg. 7 needled pine tree that grows at treeline. The tree is Whirling Disease ! dependent on a bird—the Clark’s nutcracker—to cache its seeds and Whirling Disease is caused by a parasite affecting 0.5 CLEAN by rinsing off 41 help it reproduce. salmonid fish. This disease causes nerve and all mud and debris from ! anything that has been in 0.1 The Mount Edith Cavell area is perfect cartilage damage, which may cause infected ! 42 contact with water each 1.5 0.5 fish to whirl around in circles. This disease could ! habitat for Whitebark Pine. As part of the time you exit a water body. ! 0.5 ! 0.3 construction project, one hundred Whitebark significantly impact fish populations in Jasper Cavell ! Pond 42 pines were planted around the parking area. National Park such as Athabasca rainbow trout ! 0.4 0.8 and pygmy whitefish. DRAIN all watercraft Cavell 0.2 Threatened by and related equipment (bail Angel ! Glacier White pine blister rust (an introduced buckets, ballasts, coolers, Glacier Help protect our waters by making sure you boats). Remove drain plugs fungus), mountain pine beetle, fire and fire “Clean, Drain and Dry” your boat, kayaks, from motorboats. suppression, and climate change. See the next page for more information on canoes, paddle boards and fishing gear when you leave a lake or river, and never transport fish 0 0.25 0.5 1 km species at risk in the park. DRY all watercraft and between water bodies. related gear completely after cleaning and before Visit alberta.ca/whirling-disease.aspx for more entering another water body. 20 2020 information. 21 Pine Beetles: Changing our Landscapes

1 Large mountain pine We began using beetle outbreaks in BC Mountain pine beetle prescribed fire in Jasper and Alberta epanded infestation steadily National Park to restore further north and east. In increased. The beetle the natural renewal the past, Jasper was too thrived on an abundance process of fire. cold for beetles to of mature pine and a survive the winter. series of mild winters 4 Once the red needles fall 3 off the red trees and Without regular fires, Parks Canada is using a Indigenous peoples The first national park combination of tools to forests are thinned or wardens called Fire and forests became less The beetle has colonised an used fire to renew estimated ,5 hectares manage the effects of pine burned, more sunlight will We will see some areas return to Douglasfir savannah. There forest and grasslands Game Guardians were biodiverse, more 2 reach the forest floor susceptible to insects of pine. This represents beetle on fire hazard and will be more Aspen stands, shrubs, and grasslands, and a to support wildlife and hired in primarily forest health. These helping new growth and greater diversity of plant age and species. to etinguish wildfires. like pine beetle and With less etreme cold about of lodgepole foraging. pine in the park. include prescribed fire, the fire hazard will disease, and built temperatures, more decrease. potential for more beetles survive and lay mechanical tree removal, intense wildfires. eggs, sometimes twice and monitoring. The historical fire cycle in a year. in the lower elevation of the Athabasca alley was every 55 years.

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1 The pine beetle is a natural 2 Beetles tunnel into mature pine 3 It is not uncommon for smoke from wildfires 4 In cases where we cannot 5 mm part of western North American trees to lay their eggs underneath burning outside the park to affect visibility and use prescribed fire, mechanical forests. Beetle populations the bark, carrying along blue-stain air quality in Jasper during the summer. thinning may be necessary sometimes swell to outbreaks, fungi that turns tree tissue into food The number of red and dead trees in our to remove hazardous trees but decline when they run out for the larvae. This disrupts the flow forests increases fire hazard because dead near Jasper and surrounding of suitable trees or long, cold of nutrients within the tree, killing trees dry out faster than live trees. This means campgrounds. These projects are winters freeze them to death. it. Needles slowly turn red about one that we will see more days of high to extreme focused on helping ensure the safety year after a successful beetle attack, then drop off fire danger. Fire bans may be in place more often and of people and property from wildfire. completely in five to ten years. earlier than previous years.

What’s Bugging the Forest? Trail restoration in progress Location: Athabasca Falls (Spring) In the winter of 2018/2019, trees WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW MOUNTAIN Don’t Bug Me! (Mountain Pine Beetle Street If mountain pine beetle is part of a healthy mountain forest, why are all PINE BEETLE AFFECTS JASPER’S FORESTS? Theatre) the trees dead? Park interpreters will lead you on a 100 year journey to were removed from mountain pine beetle affected forest on Pyramid Join a Parks Canada interpreter at a program this Location: Heritage discover how our forest became the prime target of pine beetles, how summer! Park interpreters are storytellers and guides who Firehall (Summer) beetles colonize trees, and how it’s definitely not all bad. Bench (see map page 9) to help love to share their passion and knowledge of the park. Have you ever noticed the protect the town of Jasper from the It’s not all about the beetle! Throughout the season park red pine trees while driving threat of wildfire. Many trails have interpreters are offering programs and guided walks on a variety through Jasper National Parks Canada Activity been affected by this work and are Park? Learn about the of topics. Visit parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-interpretation for Booklets in the process of being restored. beetle that’s causing the a detailed list as well as specific times and dates and Xplorer booklets (kids ages 6 - 11) disturbance and hear a The location and condition of these locations. and Club Parka booklets (kids under little from their perspective trails may not be reflected accurately 6) help families discover the park and in this fun variety show. on maps or the trail report. We do activities together. Pick up the free booklets at an information centre, apologize for the inconvenience. campground kiosks or interpretive 22 programs. 23 Campgrounds Book online or call for info and reservations. Jasper National Park offers extraordinary camping experiences, ranging from full-service RV sites to rustic settings. Reservable campgrounds fill up quickly. Call ahead or go online for recommendations and availability

CAMPGROUND # OF of campsites. OPEN DATES FEES AND SERVICES SITES 1-877-RESERVE (737-3783) OR PARKSCANADA.GC.CA/RESERVATION ooking Shelter rinking Water Full Hook-up Electrical Sani Dump Flush Toilets Pit Toilets Showers Firepit C D oTENTik Programs Interpretive Disabled Access Jasper National Park Self-Registration Campgrounds Whistlers CLOSED FOR RECONSTRUCTION Self-registration campgrounds offer a setting that is more rustic, without some of the amenities of a

Wapiti (summer) May 1 – Oct. 14 $27.40-$32.30 364 reservable campground. Campsites in these campgrounds are available on a first-come, first-served basis. To increase your chance of securing a spot, arrive early in the day and come mid-week. Check- Wabasso May 1 – Oct. 7 $21.50-$27.40 231 out time is 11:00 a.m. and payment must be made with cash or credit card at the site. Debit cards are Pocahontas May 15 – Sept. 23 $21.50 140 NOT accepted.

Snaring May 15 - Oct. 7 $15.70 62

Kerkeslin May 15 - Sept. 30 $15.70 42

Honeymoon Lake May 15 - Sept. 23 $15.70 35

Jonas May 15 - Sept. 23 $15.70 25 Whistlers Campground is closed for the season When the campground reopens, visitors will be greeted with a new registration centre, 17 new combined Icefield (tents only) June 5 - Oct. 14 $15.70 33 washroom and shower facilities, upgraded utilities, improved campsites and wider roads. Wilcox June 5 - Sept. 23 $15.70 46 MAJOR HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Icefield Centre (RV) May 1 - Oct. 30 $15.70 100

Wapiti (winter) Oct. 7 – May 5, 2020 $27.40-$32.30 93 Banff National Park Rampart Creek May 31 - Oct. 14 $17.60 35

Rampart Creek May 31 - Oct. 14 $17.60 16

Waterfowl Lakes June 21 - Sept. 3 $21.50 116

Mosquito Creek May 31 - Oct. 14 $17.60 32

Silverhorn May 31 - Sept. 30 $15.70 45

Lake Louise Power Year Round $32.30 189 Efficient registration with reduced wait times and no car idling Lake Louise Unserviced May 30 - Sept. 30 $27.40 206

= Reservable campgrounds Water availability in campgrounds can be affected by freezing temperatures and power outages.

New combined washroom and shower facilities closer to every campsite

24 25 Fort St. James Park Regulations National Historic Site National park laws are designed to protect your safety, and to protect the park for enjoyment by future generations.

NO CAMPFIRES OUTSIDE OF DESIGNATED METAL FIREPITS.

Fort St. James Trading Post Fort St. James Trading This helps prevent wildfires and keeps the area clean for the next visitor to enjoy. During fire bans, all open fires including campfires Visit: parkscanada.gc.ca/fortstjames to learn more or to book your stay. and charcoal briquette BBQs are illegal. Open May 18 – September 2, 2019 • 250-996-7191 • [email protected] 535 km from Jasper on Highway 16 West (6 hour drive) NO CAMPING UNLESS IN A DESIGNATED CAMPSITE WITH PERMIT. Fort St. James National Historic Site Camping is permitted in designated campgrounds only. Camping in If your visit to Jasper National Park has you heading west along Highway 16 and through Prince George, roadside pullouts, trailheads and day-use areas is not permitted. British Columbia, Fort St. James National Historic Site is a wonderful place to bring your family!

Travel back in time to 1896 and experience Canada’s largest collection of wooden buildings that have been DO NOT FEED OR APPROACH WILDLIFE. faithfully restored to the fur trade era. A former Hudson’s Bay Company post, this site is situated on the Wildlife are naturally unpredictable. They may not look agitated when picturesque southern shores of Stuart Lake, BC. approached, but they can act aggressively without warning. Stay in your vehicle when viewing and photographing wildlife along roadsides.

How to get the most out of your visit: • Live and learn the life of fur traders and indigenous • Spend the night in the Murray House and explore DO NOT COLLECT NATURAL OBJECTS. people who bartered here 19th century history after hours Moving or collecting natural objects removes important food sources for • Take the “Escape the Fort” Challenge • Watch the magical sunset over Stuart Lake wild animals, or shelter that blocks wind or traps water for plants. Building • Feed the livestock in a fenced pasture • Bring your tent and camp out under the stars unnecessary rock piles (cairns) is illegal and ruins the natural view for • Watch the “world class” chicken races • Take a picture in the famous Parks Canada other visitors. • Try the legendary rack of ribs at the red chairs Commemoration Café DO NOT ENTER CLOSED AREAS. Areas of the park are regularly closed for conservation or safety reasons. Stay out of these areas for the safety of yourself and wildlife.

REDUCE DRIVING SPEED IN THE PARK On average, 100 large animals are killed on the roads in Jasper National Park every year. Obey speed limits.

It is your responsibility to know and follow park regulations. For a complete list of regulations, visit: parkscanada.gc.ca/mtnregulations parkscanada.gc.ca/fortstjames FortStJamesNHS 26 27 Edmonton Supporting Our Parks Your park entry fee contributes directly to 16 Jasper your experiences within Jasper National Park and supports publications/brochures, rescue Fort National St. James services, the maintenance of the Icefields National Park Historic Site Parkway and the cleaning and maintenance of day-use facilities. Pick up your day pass or 16 16 annual pass at any gate, information centre or staffed campgrounds.

5 93A All youth 17 and under receive free entry into Vancouver all national parks and national historic sites. 93 DISTANCE

CHART ALBER (km) Banff TA BRITISH COLUMBIA Calgary 128 Calgary

Columbia 188 316 Columbia Icefield Icefield

Edmonton 423 295 461 Edmonton Field ield 85 213 157 508 F oho NP) (Yoho NP) (Y Rocky Jasper 291 419 103 361 260 Jasper 93 Mountain House Lake Louise 58 186 130 481 27 233 Lake Louise 11 National Radium Saskatchewan Historic Site 132 260 261 555 157 361 Radium Hot Springs 130 Hot Springs Crossing

Golden 134 262 207 557 57 307 85 105 Golden

Revelstoke 282 410 355 705 197 455 224 253 148 Revelstoke

Vancouver 856 984 565 Vancouver 928 1279 771 798 794 818 713 Banff Waterton 395 266 582 568 476 687 453 395 532 681 1140 93 National Distances are shown in kilometres. To convert distances to miles, multiply by 0.62. Yoho National Park Park Lake Louise 1 Field 1 Golden 1 1A

23 Banff Mount Revelstoke 95 Canmore Glacier Calgary National Park 1 National Park Kootenay National Park 1 Revelstoke 93 Bar U Vancouver Ranch National Historic Site

FOR EMERGENCIES DIAL 911 Radium (Police, fire and ambulance) Hot Springs Cell phone coverage is not reliable Waterton Lakes in all areas of the mountain parks. Cranbrook National Park* *266 km from Calgary

Human food and garbage kills wildlife. Do not litter.