SUMMER 2016

Getting Around

WHAT’S INSIDE

• Top 5 Regions • Maps • Camping Également offert en français • Wildlife • Safety Information Time to Connect Red Chairs at Wilcox Pass

Welcome to Jasper National Park, the gentle giant of the Canadian Rockies. Our laid-back mountain town offers easy access to majestic peaks, endless outdoor adventure, pristine wilderness and abundant wildlife.

From Indigenous Peoples and early fur traders to railway workers laying ties for two transcontinental routes, millions of people have explored these valleys and mountain passes. Park establishment dates back to 1907 with the creation of the Jasper Park Forest Reserve.

Joining Banff, Yoho and Kootenay national parks and three adjacent provincial parks, Jasper is part of the magnificent Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s also home to the world’s second largest dark sky preserve where on any clear night you can look up and see billions of stars dancing overhead. Come back in October and experience dark sky month and the annual Jasper Dark Sky Festival.

Find your connection to this special place by exploring one or all of our five spectacular regions, visiting our famous red chair locations or participating in Parks Canada led programs and events during your stay.

Thank you for visiting Jasper National Park. If you plan on returning to Jasper (and we hope you do) in celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday, all park entry fees will be waived in 2017. Just another reason to return!

DIRECTORY

PARKS CANADA TOURISM JASPER SOCIAL MEDIA JASPER INFORMATION CENTRE 780-852-6236 • jasper.travel 500 Connaught Drive JasperNP FRIENDS OF JASPER NATIONAL PARK 780-852-6176 • pc.gc.ca/jasper Maps and guide books: EMERGENCY HOURS: 780-852-4341 • friendsofjasper.com Dial 911 Mar. 22 - May 13 • Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. GENERAL Cell phones are not always reliable. May 14 - Sept. 11 • Daily 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Jasper weather: 780-852-3185 780-852-3100 (satellite) Sept. 12 - Oct. 29 • Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weather.gc.ca

JASPER TRAIL CONDITIONS REPORT Road conditions: call 511 pc.gc.ca/jaspertrails alberta511.ca

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Creek Whistlers Kamloops Five Lakes Fitzwilliam Roche 93 Noire Marmot Wabasso Lake 5 Maligne JASPER’S TOP 5 REGIONS TO EXPLORE: Meadow Wabasso Lake Creek 93 Leah Hardisty Samson 1. AROUND TOWN 4. MIETTE HOT SPRINGS Southesk Amethyst Portal Horseshoe Maligne 93 Lake Astoria River Lake Maligne You don’t have to go far beyond the Jasper Soak in the hottest hot springs in the Raparts Lakes Edith townsite to enjoy park wilderness. Drive, bike Rockies, take a short walk to the source of Cavell Moab Lake Kerkeslin Unwin Paul Edith ATHABASCA or hike up to Pyramid Lake (7 km) and explore the springs or hike up to Sulphur Skyline to Cavell Charlton Monkhead Falls 6 the many trails. For water lovers, grab or rent see 360 degree views (and hungry squirrels!). Geraldine Kerkeslin Honeymoon Lakes Lake Brazeau a kayak or paddleboard and head out to ndess Chain RidgeMary Vaux RIVER 7 Lake Edith for a refreshing paddle! 5. ICEFIELDS PARKWAY Whirlpool River Winding 232 glorious kilometers through the Fryatt Icefields Parkway Christie Sunwapta Sunwapta 2. MALIGNE VALLEY heart of Jasper and Banff national parks, the Brussels Falls

C Poboktan Creek Brazeau One of the most stunning areas in Jasper Icefields Parkway has been called one of the o nt Lake in e n 93 onas t National Park is Maligne Lake. If you have most scenic drives in the world. Glaciers, a ALBERTA D BRITISH COLUMBIA River ivi 8 time, it’s a must see! Take a scenic drive viewpoints, waterfalls, picnic spots and hikes de Jonas Creek through this beautiful valley (48 km). Visit galore can be found along this spectacular

River Sunwapta Maligne Canyon, pass a disappearing lake, parkway! Athabasca Fortress Lake take a boat tour, lakeshore stroll or challenge Hooker Icefield HAMBER Beauty Creek thabasca PROVINCIAL Mushroom Tangle

ass abahC yourself to a rewarding hike. PARK Tangle ige JASPER RED CHAIRS Woolley ass Alberta Falls Red chair locations can be found in River 3. EDITH CAVELL AND 93A the following regions: Icefield 9 Chaba 10 11 Situated off of 93A, twist and turn your way up • Around Town Icefield Icefield Centre Wilco Colu Hilda the Cavell Road to Mount Edith Cavell, 29 km • Maligne Valley haa mbia thaasca Clemenceau Ice lacier Creek lacier Snow Dome fie from town. Take the short uphill walk (800 m) • Icefields Parkway ld Athabasca Andromeda to a commanding viewpoint overlooking Cavell Visit: pc.gc.ca/jasperredchair to Clemenceau asatchean lacier Pond and Angel Glacier. Depending on the scope out these picture perfect locations. Icefield Columbia Columbia Icefield BANFF Banff time of year, hike the Cavell Meadows Trail #sharethechair NATIONAL Calgary up to a colour explosion of alpine wildflowers. PARK 4 Rock Creek Blue Jasper Park Map

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Stay close to town but feel like you’ve ventured far. Soak in the warm and glorious sun while taking in breathtaking mountain scenery and exquisite lakes.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Paddle or swim at lakes Annette, Edith or Pyramid • Hike or bike the Pyramid Bench • Hike to Old Fort Point • Walk, shop and dine around town Old Fort Point

MULTI-USE TRAILS Distance Description EASY TRAILS NETWORK - Multi-use trails close to town (see map on p. 7) Jasper Discovery Trail 8.3 km loop Loop around town with multiple access points. Wapiti Trail 9.4 km return Access Whistlers and Wapiti campgrounds. PYRAMID BENCH - A lake-dotted terrace adjacent to Jasper (see map on p. 7) Cottonwood Creek Loop 5.1 km return Exceptional views and a quiet forest. 2b 2g 2 Overlook Loop 5.3 km return One of the best views around town. SOUTH OF JASPER - Access from Highway 93 (see map on p. 4-5) Wabasso Lake 6.4 km return Follows a ridge with views of Mt. Edith Cavell. ACROSS THE RIVER - Located on the east side of the Athabasca River (see map on p. 4-5) Old Fort Point Loop 3.8 km return A steep trail with excellent townsite views. WEST AND SOUTHWEST OF JASPER - More challenging trails located off Highway 16 (see map on p. 4-5)

Virl, Dorothy and Christine Lakes 3.8 km return A steep trail with excellent lake views.

The Whistlers Trail 13.6 km return Difficult trail with panoramic views.

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1.2 1 Telephone Marjorie 11 MULTI-USE TRAILS Distance Description Lake 1.7 RV-tent camping 0.5 Old 0.8 Fort Hostel EASY TRAILS NETWORK - Multi-use trails close to town (see map on p. 7) Point 1a Hospital Wynd Road (1170m) 1.5 (no vehicles)16 Lookout Jasper Discovery Trail 8.3 km loop Loop around town with multiple access points. Miette River 12 Picnic site Virl, Dorothy and Christine Lakes ( 60 ) (6.7km) Kitchen shelter Wapiti Trail 9.4 km return Access Whistlers and Wapiti campgrounds. Athabasca River Mount Robson Whistlers Kamloops Road Restaurant PYRAMID BENCH - A lake-dotted terrace adjacent to Jasper (see map on p. 7) Disabled access 14 2.0 Horse stable Cottonwood Creek Loop 5.1 km return Exceptional views and a quiet forest. Whistlers Boat launch 2b 2g 2 5.3 km return One of the best views around town. 12 Gondola Overlook Loop 6.8 Golf course 5 SOUTH OF JASPER - Access from Highway 93 (see map on p. 4-5) Red Chair

Jasper SkyTram Wabasso Lake 6.4 km return Follows a ridge with views of Mt. Edith Cavell. Wapiti Distance marker 3.3 Distance ACROSS THE RIVER - Located on the east side of the Athabasca River (see map on p. 4-5) No bicycles allowed Icefields Parkway Loose surface road (closed to vehicles) 1.4 Old Fort Point Loop 3.8 km return A steep trail with excellent townsite views. Easy 5a WEST AND SOUTHWEST OF JASPER - More challenging trails located off Highway 16 (see map on p. 4-5) Moderate Difficult 9a Virl, Dorothy and Christine Lakes 3.8 km return A steep trail with excellent lake views. 2.0 93 9 First Lake

The Whistlers Trail 13.6 km return Difficult trail with panoramic views. Park 2.7 Gate 9b 0.6 N 00.5 1 2 Kilometers 1.7 9a 0.2 Fifth Lake 93 0.9 93A Icefields Miles Parkway 9a Wabasso Lake (5km) 2 0 10.5 Edith Cavell and 15 Columbia Icefield, Lake Louise, Wabasso Campground Banff and Calgary 7 Maligne Valley

Take a good portion of your day to explore the majesty and awe of Maligne Valley. Picnic along the way, pass a disappearing lake, get out on the water or challenge yourself to a rewarding hike. Maligne Lake

7 Maligne Canyon Maligne Road HIGHLIGHTS: 16

• Visit Maligne Canyon Jasper 139 • Picnic at Medicine Lake (disappearing Beaver Lake Medicine lake) and observe the regrowth from Lake the Excelsior Wildfire

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• Hike Mary Schäffer Loop (for an Icefields Parkway easy hike) • Hike Opal or Bald Hills if you are looking to turn it up a couple notches 93A 22 • Take a boat tour to the iconic Maligne Lake Spirit Island 21

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ATTRACTIONS Description Medicine Lake A disappearing lake that offers stunning views, 27 km from Jasper.

Maligne Lake Paddle, hike or take a tour at iconic Maligne Lake, 48 km from Jasper.

HIKING TRAILS Distance Description

Maligne Canyon 4.4 km return Enjoy stunning canyon views. MEDICINE LAKE AREA - Located off the Maligne Lake Road (see map above) 139 Beaver and Summit Lakes Trail 4 - 10 km return Follow an old fire road to lakeshore views. MALIGNE LAKE AREA - Access these trails at the end of Maligne Lake Road (see map above) 20 Moose Lake Loop 2.7 km loop Gentle rolling terrain through a forest. 21 Mary Schäffer Loop 3.2 km loop An easy trail with stunning lakeshore views. 22 Opal Hills Loop 8.2 km loop A very steep trail up to an alpine meadow. 23 Bald Hills 10.4 km return A steep trail up a fire road with stunning views.

EASY MODERATE DIFFICULT 8 Edith Cavell and 93A

If you are looking for a breathtaking viewpoint that will leave an imprint in your mind forever, the Angel Glacier and Cavell Pond at Mount Edith Cavell are it— don’t forget your camera!

Path of the Glacier Trail

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93A promise you jaw-dropping views • Hike the Cavell Meadows Trail and witness a beautiful array of wildflowers, alpine rich forests and incredible Wabasso views of Mount Edith Cavell 5 Icefields Parkway • While driving along 93A, picnic at ‘Meeting of the Waters’, or for a quiet

Cavell Road off the beaten track location visit Otto’s Cache

Edith Cavell 93A 41 42 Moab Lake Road TIP: Cavell Road opens June 15. The area is very busy in the summer; best to visit before 10:00 a.m. or after 3:00 p.m.

HIKING TRAILS Distance Description EDITH CAVELL - Located off Highway 93A (see map above) 41 Path of the Glacier Trail 1.6 km return A short hike with stunning views of Mount Edith Cavell. 42 Cavell Meadows Trail 7 km return Moderate hike up to a beautiful alpine meadow. EASY MODERATE DIFFICULT

Mount Edith Cavell 9 Miette Hot Springs Miette Hot Springs

The Hot Springs are an excellent place to bring the whole family­— rain or shine! Set aside at least half of a day as it’s a 61-km drive from town via Highway 16 east and the Miette Road. Watch out for wildlife along the way.

TIP: This seasonal road opens early May.

Athabasca River HIGHLIGHTS: 16 Hinton (30 km) / Edmonton (300 km) • Stop at the Ashlar Ridge Viewpoint, 31 32 a massive wall of limestone, just 8.5 km 5 Pocahontas in along the Miette Road • Visit the source of the hot springs and Miette Road touch the sulphurous water as it comes out of the rocks

33 Jasper House • Hike Sulphur Skyline and experience Miette spectacular panoramic views of Hot Springs 16 surrounding mountain peaks and valleys Talbot 30 • Soak in the hottest hot springs in the Lake

Canadian Rockies 140 Jasper (26 km)

ATTRACTIONS Description Soak in the hot pools and take in the views, 17 km from beginning Miette Hot Springs of Miette Road (see map above).

HIKING TRAILS Distance Description

Lower loop 800 m Step back in time as you explore the old 31 32 Pocahontas Mine Trail Upper loop 1.7 km Pocahontas Mine site.

33 Jasper House Trail 700 m return Short walk to a viewpoint of a historic site. 140 Source of the Springs 1.2 km return Stroll by ruins of the old pool en route to the source. 30 Sulphur Skyline 8 km return A challenging hike up to incredible panoramic views.

EASY MODERATE DIFFICULT

10 Icefields Parkway

Connecting Banff National Park and Jasper National Park, the Icefields Parkway (Highway 93) has been voted one of the most scenic drives on the planet. Watch for wildlife and view with care.

Icefields Parkway TIP: Refer to pages 12 and 13 for viewpoints and areas to stop along the way.

Jasper (95 km) Jasper National Park HIGHLIGHTS: 130 Icefields Parkway Banff National Park • Stop at the famous Athabasca Falls • Continue to

50 and walk to the lower falls • Hike or bike to Big Bend (also Icefield Centre Wilco 11 equipped for backcountry camping)

Icefield • Visit the Icefield Centre (103 km) 53 Tent and walk to the Toe of the 52 9 130 Jasper National Park • Hike Wilcox Pass to the Red Chair Banff National Park Icefields Parkway location—or further if time permits, 51 expect stunning views of the Athabasca Glacier Athabasca Glacier Columbia Icefields Lake Louise (110 km) Banff (165 km)

ATTRACTIONS Description Athabasca Falls Stunning waterfall views. Stay on designated trails, 30 km from Jasper. ATTRACTIONS Description Gorgeous waterfall views at both upper and lower falls. Sunwapta Falls Soak in the hot pools and take in the views, 17 km from beginning Stay on designated trails, 55 km from Jasper (see map on p. 12-13). Miette Hot Springs of Miette Road (see map above). HIKING TRAILS Distance Description

HIKING TRAILS Distance Description 125 Lower Sunwapta Falls 2.6 km return A rewarding short hike with beautiful waterfalls.

Lower loop 800 m Step back in time as you explore the old 126 12.6 km return Hike or bike this easy trail to enjoy riverside views. 31 32 Pocahontas Mine Trail Big Bend Upper loop 1.7 km Pocahontas Mine site. 52 Toe of the Athabasca Glacier 1.8 km return Enjoy close-up views of the toe of the glacier. 33 Jasper House Trail 700 m return Short walk to a viewpoint of a historic site. 53 Forefield Trail 3.6 km return Trail travels across moraines and glacial debris. 140 Source of the Springs 1.2 km return Stroll by ruins of the old pool en route to the source. 2.4 km return 30 8 km return A challenging hike up to incredible panoramic views. first viewpont Climb quickly above treeline to expansive meadows and Sulphur Skyline 50 Wilcox Pass 8 km return breathtaking views of the Athabasca Glacier. to the pass

51 Parker Ridge 5.4 km return A series of switchbacks to views of .

130 Nigel Pass 14.4 km return Gentle climbing hike ending with park boundary views.

EASY MODERATE DIFFICULT 11 Icefields Parkway Map

ICEFIELDS PARKWAY CHECKLIST Athabasca Falls Big Bend Toe of the Athabasca Glacier Sunwapta Falls Icefield Centre Wilcox Pass

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12 Pick up an Xplorers booklet and play Parkway bingo as you sightsee. Please watch for wildlife and view with care.

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2000 m ICEFIELDS PARKWAY Wilcox Pass ELEVATION PROFILE Athabasca Falls Parker Ridge Bow Lake Herbert Lake 1800 m Icefield Centre Crowfoot Glacier Sunwapta Falls Coleman Creek 1600 m Junction with 93A Icefield RV Helen Lake Mount Kerkeslin Bow Summit Valley of Five Lakes 1400 m Honeymoon Jonas Icefield Tent Rampart Creek Waterfowl Lakes and Peyto Lake Mosquito Creek Whistlers Lake 1200 m Wapiti Wilcox 1000 m 50 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130 135 140 145 150 155 160 165 170 175 180 185 190 195 200 205 210 215 220 225 230 233 KM FROM JASPER

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Where to find Photo: M. Bradley M. Photo: Mostly valley bottoms. Where to find

Near steep rocky terrain. Photo: M. Bradley M. Photo: Bighorn Sheep Whitetail Deer

Characteristics Characteristics Black tip on tail, large ears, Narrow black horns, beard, white rump, grey colour. long white hair. Where to find Where to find Mostly valley bottoms. Near steep rocky terrain.

Mule Deer Mountain Goat

Characteristics Characteristics Brown body, darker neck Long legs, shoulder hump. Built and large tan rump patch. like a horse with a large head. Backwards slanting antlers. Shovel-like antlers. Where to find Where to find Valley bottoms and open Wet and marshy areas. areas. Commonly seen Photo: M. Bradley M. Photo: around townsites.

Elk Moose

Size Chart Moose Elk Caribou Deer Sheep Goat Wolf Coyote

Wildlife Viewing Tips Use binoculars and telephoto lenses. Stay three bus lengths away. Your best chance of observing truly wild animals Getting too close can be stressful for animals and is by quietly giving them space to feed, rest and dangerous for people. Even a gentle-looking elk keep their young safe. can seriously hurt a person.

NEVER feed wildlife. 14 Small Critters

Characteristics Built like a large German Characteristics Shepherd, with longer legs. Colour Red body, white underside can vary from white to black. and very large, bushy tail. Where to find

Photo: M.Bradley Photo: Where to find Mainly valley bottoms. Coniferous forests, scampering up trees.

Wolf Bradley M. Photo:

Characteristics Red Squirrel Medium-sized dog. Thick, bushy tail. Greyish-brown Characteristics in colour. Tan-coloured. Longer body. Has a high-pitched “squeak”. Where to find Where to find Valley bottoms, well Meadows, roadsides and adapted to humans.

townsites in ground colonies.

Photo: R. Gruys R. Photo: Photo: M. Bradley M. Photo: Coyote Columbian Ground Squirrel Characteristics Characteristics Darker body with light neck Large and silver-brown in hair. C-shaped antlers with colour with longer hair. shovel-like tines at their base. Where to find Where to find Alpine and subalpine Alpine and subalpine meadows, rock piles and

meadows. Threatened species. scree slopes.

Photo: R. Gruys R. Photo: Photo: M. Bradley M. Photo: Marmot Caribou LARGE HEAD SMALL DISTINCTIVE NO HEAD SHOULDER SHOULDER HUMP HUMP SHORT ROUNDED EARS TALL Grizzly EARS

LONG or Black CLAWS Bear?

SHORT GRIZZLY BEAR GRIZZLY

CLAWS M.Bradley Photo:

BLACK BEAR BLACK Photo: J.McCormick Photo:

You’re in bear country! • Be aware you are near a bear! • Keep children nearby and in sight at all times. Watch for fresh scat or large diggings. • Never approach or feed a bear. • Make noise! Sing, yell or talk loudly. • Carry bear spray and know how to use it. • Keep your dog on a leash. Visit: pc.gc.ca/bears-and-people

15 TIP: Campgrounds highlighted Camping in yellow can be booked online.

CAMPGROUND OPEN DATES FEES # OF SITES AND SERVICES 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

1 Pocahontas May 20 - Sept. 11 $21.50 140

2 Snaring May 20 - Sept. 11 $15.70 66 $27.40- 3 Whistlers May 6 - Oct. 10 $38.20 781 May 20 - May 23 $27.40- 4 364 Wapiti (summer) June 17 - Sept. 18 $32.30 $27.40- 4 Wapiti (winter) Oct. 10 - May 5/17 $32.30 93 $21.50- 5 Wabasso June 23 - Sept. 5 $27.40 231

6 Kerkeslin June 23 - Sept. 5 $15.70 42

7 Honeymoon Lake June 23 - Sept. 5 $15.70 35

8 Jonas May 20 - Sept. 5 $15.70 25

9 Icefield Centre RV April 1 - Oct. 31 $15.70 100

10 Icefield (tents only) May 20 - Oct. 10 $15.70 33

11 Wilcox June 3 - Sept. 25 $15.70 46

BANFF NATIONAL PARK

Tunnel Mt. Village I May 12 - Oct. 3 618

Tunnel Mt. Village II CLOSED IN 2016

Tunnel Mt. Trailer May 12 - Oct. 3 321

Two Jack Main June 23 - Sept. 6 380

Two Jack Lakeside May 12 - Oct. 3 74

Johnston Canyon May 26 - Sept. 26 132

Castle Mountain May 26 - Sept. 12 43

Protection Mountain CLOSED IN 2016

Lake Louise Tent May 30 - Sept. 27 206

Lake Louise Trailer Year round 189

Mosquito Creek June 1 - Oct. 10 32

Silverhorn CLOSED IN 2016

Waterfowl Lakes June 24 - Sept. 5 116

Rampart Creek June 1 - Oct. 10 50

16 CAMPGROUND OPEN DATES # OF SITES AND SERVICES ooking Shelter rinking Water Full Hook-up Electrical Sani Dump Flush Toilets Pit Toilets Showers Firepit C D oTENTik Programs Interpretive Disabled Access YOHO NATIONAL PARK

Hoodoo Creek June 24 - Sept. 5 30

Takakkaw Falls (walk-in) June 24 - Oct. 10 35

Kicking Horse May 20 - Oct. 10 88

May 6 - 19 Monarch 44 June 24 - Sept. t5 KOOTENAY NATIONAL PARK

Marble Canyon June 24 - Sept. 5 61

McLeod Meadows June 24 - Sept. 5 88

Redstreak May 6 - Oct. 10 242

BACKCOUNTRY CAMPING

With more than 1000 kilometres of trails and routes to choose from, HIGHLIGHTS: backcountry camping is a fantastic • Big Bend (bike or hike) way to experience the rugged and 13 km return untamed wilderness of Jasper • Hidden Cove (paddle-only) National Park. From easy one–night 7 km return camping to 10-day adventures, the • Saturday Night Lake park offers something for everyone! (bike or hike) 12 km return pc.gc.ca/jasperbackcountry Big Bend

TRAIL RIDER Helping visitors and residents with mobility challenges access Jasper’s trail network and ski terrain. BOOK ONLINE: accessjasper.com

BOOK ONLINE OR CALL AHEAD FOR INFO AND RESERVATIONS The mountain parks offer extraordinary camping experiences, ranging from full-service RV sites to rustic settings. Many campsites can be reserved and most fill up quickly. Call ahead or go online for recommendations and availability of campsites. 1-877-RESERVE (737-3783) OR RESERVATION.PC.GC.CA 17 Free Park Programs and Activities

DISCOVER JASPER’S STORIES Parks Canada interpreters are storytellers and guides who want to share their knowledge and love of Jasper National Park.

NATURE: From campfires and outdoor theatres to roadside pull-outs, look for our friendly staff and their stashes of cool things (animal hides, skulls, horns, antlers and fossils).

CULTURE: Join park interpreters who share their Indigenous connection to the land through song, dance and stories, or join us on a historical walk commemorating Jasper’s war heroes and more recent history.

FAMILY FOCUS All interpretive programs are family friendly, but some are especially made for parents and kids to enjoy together. • At Whistlers Campground explore the playground path, or take in one of the Xplorer Programs in the early evening. • Watch for Street Theatre in town next to the Information Centre. • Club Parka is a national program for young visitors. Pick up a booklet at the Information Centres or check us out online www.pc.gc.ca/parka Check out the schedule of activities at pc.gc.ca/jasper-interpretation or pick up a brochure at park facilities.

Kids age 6-11, ask for your copy of the Xplorers activity booklet at the information centres, campgrounds and interpretive programs.

Fort St. James National Historic Site Heading west on Highway 16 towards Prince George? Visit Fort St. James National Historic Site, a restored Hudson’s Bay Company post on the southern shores of Stuart Lake, British Columbia.

Live, work and savour life as it was among the fur traders and First Nations people who bartered here in 1896. Feed livestock grazing in a fenced pasture and watch heritage chickens race on a custom-built track. Sleep over at Murray House and explore 19th century history after hours by flashlight.

Open June 1 - September 22, 2016 250-996-7191 • [email protected] FortStJamesNHS

18 Stay Safe and Enjoy

MOUNTAIN SAFETY Unpredictable mountain weather can change road and trail conditions instantly and wildlife can be anywhere, any time. These simple precautions will help ensure you have a safe and enjoyable visit.

• Check road conditions prior to heading out: call 511 or visit alberta511.ca. • Obey speed limits and watch for wildlife on the roadside. • Keep a ‘bare’ campsite. Visit pc.gc.ca/bare-campsite. • Make noise on the trails to let wildlife know you are coming. • Visit pc.gc.ca/jasperbackcountry to research and plan overnight trips, including potential trail restrictions and closures, avalanche conditions and mandatory backcountry permits. • Let someone know your plans. Cell phones often do not work in the wilderness.

PARK REGULATIONS Following park regulations while enjoying your national parks will help protect you, the land and our wildlife: • Keep pets on a leash and under control at all times. Please pick up after your pet. • Take only photographs. It is illegal to pick flowers, mushrooms, cut down trees, branches, remove cultural artifacts or otherwise cause damage to natural objects or living things. • Be considerate of your neighbours. Liquor consumption is prohibited in public places, day-use areas and during set periods in campgrounds. Respect quiet hours and liquor bans in campgrounds. • Stay out of closed areas. Area closures or activity restrictions are implemented when visitors are at risk or when wildlife requires additional protection. Signs indicate the impacted areas. Check pc.gc.ca/jaspertrails for up-to-date trail reports. • Be careful with fire. Fires are permitted only in designated areas with fireboxes or firepits. Extinguish fires completely. Do not use deadwood, bark or branches for fuel. Report wildfires immediately. • Buy fishing permits.Anglers require a national park fishing permit, available at Parks Canada visitor centres and other vendors. Provincial licenses are not valid. • Going boating? Check with Parks Canada Visitor Centre staff before you plan your trip. Gas motors are not allowed, electric motors are allowed on a few lakes. • Motorized off-road travel is not permitted. • UAVs/drones are not permitted for personal use anywhere in the parks.

CANADA NATIONAL PARKS ACT Park wardens are responsible for enforcing park regulations. To report national park violations, call 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. Visit pc.gc.ca/mtnregulations, 1-877-852-3100 (Jasper and Mount Revelstoke and Glacier). Violators will be charged, may be forced to appear in court and pay fines of up to$25 000.

19 DISTANCE CHART Banff Edmonton Calgary 128 Calgary Columbia 188 316 Columbia 16 Icefield Icefield

Jasper Edmonton 423 295 461 Edmonton Fort National Field 85 213 157 508 Field St. James (Yoho NP) (Yoho NP) National Park Historic Site Jasper 291 419 103 361 260 Jasper

Lake Louise 58 186 Lake Louise 16 130 481 27 233 16 Radium 132 260 261 555 157 361 130 Radium Hot Springs Hot Springs

5 Golden 134 262 207 557 57 307 85 105 Golden 93A Revelstoke Vancouver 282 410 355 705 197 455 224 253 148 Revelstoke

93 Vancouver 856 984 928 1279 771 798 794 818 713 565 Vancouver

Waterton 395 266 582 568 476 687 453 395 532 681 1140 ALBERTA

BRITISH Distances are shown in kilometres. COLUMBIA To convert distances to miles, multiply by 0.62.

Columbia YOUR FEES AT WORK Icefield Over the next four years Parks Rocky 93 Mountain Canada is investing heavily to repair House and upgrade aging infrastructure 11 National Saskatchewan Historic Site in our national parks and national Crossing historic sites.

Visit the Jasper road construction map and list of infrastructure projects at pc.gc.ca/jasperinfrastructure to Banff see if any road or facility work might 93 National impact your trip. Yoho Park National Park Lake Louise 1 Mount Revelstoke Field & Glacier Golden 1 1 1A National Parks 23 Banff 95 Canmore Calgary 1

Revelstoke 93 Bar U 1 Kootenay Ranch National National Park Historic Vancouver Site

Radium Hot Springs 6

STAY CONNECTED 5 Cranbrook pc.gc.ca/jasper Waterton Lakes Waterton National Park JasperNP

FOR EMERGENCIES DIAL 911 (Police, Fire and Ambulance) or 780-852-3100 (satellite) Cell phone coverage is not reliable in all areas of the mountain parks.