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WINTER 2018 - 2019

Visitor Guide Également offert en français Pyramid

Marmot Meadows

Jasper Townsite

Maligne Lake

Welcome The winter season in is a beautiful time to visit. With scenery encompassing snow-covered mountain peaks and lightly snow dusted forests, the landscape is a winter wonderland awaiting adventure. Table of Contents

From snowshoeing and cross country skiing to fat biking, the options for Jasper Townsite 3 winter activities are endless. In fact, the sky is the limit when it comes Jasper National Park Map 4 to winter fun as Jasper National Park is the second largest dark sky Around Town 6 preserve on the planet. Most nights you can look up and see billions of stars dancing overhead. Maligne Valley 8 Highway 93A 10 What makes any season in Jasper National Park even more special is the Icefields Parkway 12 land’s rich indigenous heritage. We respectfully acknowledge that Jasper Icefields Parkway Map 14 National Park is located in Treaty Six and Eight territories as well as the Winter wildlife 16 traditional territories of the Beaver, Cree, Ojibway, Shuswap, Stoney and Métis Nations. We mention this to honour and be thankful for their Trail closures 18 contributions to building our park, province and nation. Winter camping 19

We wish you a warm winter welcome and hope that you enjoy your visit!

Gear Rentals Directory DownhillSnowboards skis Ice cleatsSnowshoesX-countryFat skisbikesSkates Alpine touring gear PARKS TOURISM JASPER GENERAL A EDGE CONTROL 626 Connaught Dr. 780-852-4945 ü ü ü ü ü ü JASPER INFORMATION CENTRE 780-852-6236 • jasper.travel Jasper weather: 780-852-3185 500 Connaught Drive B THE BENCH BIKE SHOP 606 Patricia St. 780-852-7768 ü ü FRIENDS OF JASPER NATIONAL PARK weather.gc.ca 780-852-6176 Maps and guide books: Road conditions: 511 C GRAVITY GEAR 625B Patricia St. 780-852-3155 ü ü HOURS 780-852-4341 • friendsofjasper.com alberta511.ca • drivebc.ca D JASPER PARK LODGE 1 Old Lodge Rd 780-852-3301 ü ü ü ü ü Starting Nov. 1 • Daily 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. PARKS CANADA RESERVATION SERVICE Closed: Christmas Day, Boxing Day E PURE OUTDOORS 632 Connaught Dr. 780-852-4717 ü ü ü ü ü 1-877-737-3783 EMERGENCY and New Years Day parkscanada.gc.ca/reservation Dial 911 F PYRAMID LAKE RESORT Pyramid Lake Rd 1-888-852-7737 ü ü ü parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper SOCIAL MEDIA Cell phones are not always reliable. G SOURCE FOR SPORTS 406 Patricia St. 780-852-3654 ü ü ü ü ü ü ü 780-852-3100 (satellite phone) JASPER TRAIL CONDITIONS REPORT H TOTEM SKI SHOP 408 Connaught Dr. 780-852-3078 ü ü ü ü ü JasperNP parkscanada.gc.ca/jaspertrails I VICIOUS CYCLE 630 Connaught Dr. 780-852-1111 ü ü ü ü 2 J 1 Marmot Basin Rd 780 852 3816 ü ü 3 L Highway Grande Cache Jasper National Park Grande Prairie Primary road Secondary road Road closed in winter Information centre Hinton

Snake Indian Edson Campground Edmonton North Boundary Seasonal Closure Red Chairs Closes Nov 1 Opens Mar 1 Moosehorn Creek (see pg. 17) Hostel Snake Indian River Seasonal Closure

ALBERTA BRITISH COLUMBIA Roche Ronde

JASPER 0 5 10 20 SynclineRoche Ridge Miette Fiddle River Kilometres TOP 4 NATIONAL Miles 0 5 10 WINTER PARK MOUNT Mount Greenock Sulphur ROBSON Talbot REGIONS Skyline PROVINCIAL Lake Utopia Mountain PARK Esplanade Mountain Snaring River Prince George Cinquefoil Mountain Fort St. James Rocky River Morro Peak Prince Rupert Overlander Falls

Rearguard Mount Bridgland Falls

Valemount Victoria Cross RangePyramid Mountain Roche Bonhomme Kamloops Miette River Lake Maligne Canyon Vancouver Pyramid Lake Maligne RiverColin Range

The best way to experience this incredible Yellowhead Lake Old Fort Point Ma Jasper lig ne R Signal Mountain o ad landscape is to take a day and explore Mount Tekarra 1 Wapiti Medicine Whistlers Lake Queen Elizabeth Range each of its top 4 winter regions. Tonquin Marmot Seasonal Closure Athabasca River Closes Nov 1 Curator Mountain Opens Feb 16 (see pg. 17) Maligne 1. AROUND TOWN 3. HIGHWAY 93A Wabasso Seasonal Closure Closes Nov 1 Tonquin Opens Mar 1 You don’t have to go far beyond the Jasper townsite Situated along this peaceful road are several picturesque Valley Mount Clitheroe (see pg. 17) Maligne Whirlpool ake Mount Maccarib Mount Hardisty to find winter adventure. The Pyramid Lake area is cross-country skiing destinations for all levels of The Ramparts Edith Bald Hills Cavell a winter oasis for cross-country and skate skiing, experience. Ski along the rolling hills of the Whirlpool Trail Astoria River Mount Maligne Edith Cavell Lake snowshoeing, fat biking and spectacular skating. Winter to Moab Lake, or stop at the halfway point at the Red Athabasca Mount Kerkeslin Falls trail walks begin right from the edge of town; head up Chairs along the Whirlpool River. Looking to snowshoe? Mount Charlton onto Pyramid Bench or explore across the Athabasca Try the 6 km Loop featuring spectacular Mount Unwin Whirlpool River 14 13 river. The trail from Red Squirrel to Big Horn is a views of Mount Kerkeslin along the river. Mount Mary Vaux fantastic fat biking route. Mount Brazeau Sunwapta Endless Chain Ridge Falls

Athabasca River 2. MALIGNE VALLEY 4. ICEFIELDS PARKWAY AND AREA

One of the most stunning areas in Jasper National Winding 232 glorious kilometres through the heart of BRITISH COLUMBIA Park is the Maligne Valley. The frozen waterfalls and ice Jasper and Banff national Parks, the Icefields Parkway Sunwapta River Poboktan Mountain Brazeau formations in Maligne Canyon make it a magical place to has been called one of the most scenic drives in the Seasonal Closure Closes Nov 1 explore and a popular ice climbing destination. Take in world. Glaciers, viewpoints and frozen waterfalls can Opens Mar 1 HAMBER (see pg. 17) PROVINCIAL Athabasca River the pristine winter vistas further up the valley at Medicine be found along this route. Don’t forget to find the Red PARK Sunwapta Peak and Maligne . Then bundle up for a stroll on the Chairs along the Wilcox Pass trail! Chaba River

Mary Schäffer Trail along . Beauty Creek Tangle Ridge BANFF JASPER IS A NO DRONE ZONE Tangle Falls NATIONAL PARK Stutfield Wilcox Peak Stutfield Peak Glacier JASPER NATIONAL PARK Icefield Please leave them at home Columbia Centre Discover winter accessible sets of Icefield C Banff RED CHAIRS or in your vehicle while Athabasca Red Chairs in the following regions: Glacier Calgary exploring the park. Mount Andromeda Mount Hilda Scope out these picture perfect locations Athabasca Creek • Around Town Saskatchewan at: parkscanada.gc.ca/jasperredchair • Icefields Parkway Glacier #sharethechair 4 4 • Highway 93A 5 Wilcox Viewpoint Around Town Map Around Town

Trail and Activities Distance Description

WINTER WALKING J M

A Jasper Discovery Trail 11 8.3 km loop An interpretive loop trail around the perimeter of town.

This flat loop around Lac Beauvert begins at Jasper Park F B Lac Beauvert Loop 4a 3.5 km loop Lodge. N Follow Trail 9a and loop back on 9b. Watch for C Valley of the Five Lakes 9a 9b 4.6 km loop steep/slippery sections. An open meadow beside beautiful Lake Annette is your D Lake Annette 4a 2.4 km loop launch point for many winter walking opportunities. 13 K E SNOWSHOEING

E D PYRAMID BENCH Edge of the Bench 2j 2b 2c 4.2 km return This loop offers spectacular valley views.

Steep at first, this trail provides tremendous views of the SEE INSET I J F Overlook Trail 2b 2f 2g 2 6 km loop M valley. Dorothy, Virl and G 60 60a 8.6 km return O Christine Lakes Steep in places, this forested trail has great lake views.

FAT BIKING F Follow Hazel Ave across Hwy 16. Take Red Squirrel B Red Squirrel to H 14 7 4b 12.7 km loop then Trail 7 along the river. Loop back on Trail 4b and Lake Mildred Red Squirrel. N

Flat packed by Jasper Park Lodge, this gentle loop travels A I Woodpecker 4 4.4 km loop from the lodge to Lake Annette and back. H A perfect option for those new to fat biking, or just looking J Pyramid Lake Loop* 4.4 km return for beautiful views. This mainly flat packed trail steadily climbs to beautiful K Pyramid Trail 15 10.8 km return K Pyramid Lake. G L E CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING Gentle terrain with subtle ups and downs. L Pipeline 11 km return 4 km on Hwy 16 W Rolling terrain becomes steep and steady after 3 km, M Pyramid Fire Road 16 16.8 km return gaining 920 m in elevation. Final 900m is A groomed loop on Pyramid Lake for those new to cross- J Pyramid Lake Loop* 4.4 km return ICE THICKNESS country skiing or just looking for beautiful views. The Red Cross recommends an ice ICE SKATING thickness of at least 15 centimetres Groomed by Pyramid Lake Resort; enjoy skating on iconic Pyramid Lake with (6 inches) for safe skating. Jasper N Pyramid Lake exquisite Pyramid Mountain as your backdrop. National Park does not monitor ice Bask in spectacular mountain views as you glide along the Jasper Park Lodge thickness. It is up to you to assess the O Mildred Lake groomed skating oval at Mildred Lake. thickness of the ice.

* Grooming on the lake is dependent on ice and snow conditions. Easy Moderate Difficult Most Difficult

Free Programs Parks Canada interpreters are offering guided snowshoe hikes at Pyramid Lake on Friday evenings of the following C weekends: January 11, 18, 25, and February 15. Programs do not require advance registration and snowshoes are provided. Please see parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-interpretation for more information or stop by the town information centre.

6 7 Maligne Canyon

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Maligne Lake Trail and Activities Distance Description

WINTER WALKING Several route options along the top of the canyon. A Maligne Canyon 7 7f Varied distances Caution: slippery trail SNOWSHOEING Make your own trail along the shoreline from the B Varied distances Maligne Lake ICE THICKNESS Medicine Lake northern viewpoint. The Red Cross recommends an ice C Beaver or Summit Lakes 139 4 or 10 km return This forested trail begins at the Jacques Lake trailhead. thickness of at least 15 centimetres (6 inches) for safe skating. Jasper A beautiful loop with a scenic viewpoint looking down Maligne D Mary Schäffer Loop 21 2.9 km loop National Park does not monitor ice Lake. Maligne Lake thickness. It is up to you to assess the This gentle trail rolls over the top of an ancient rockslide. thickness of the ice. E Moose Lake Loop 20 2.7 km loop Bald Hills Steep in places, this trail starts in the forest and F Upper Moose Loop 6 km loop ALPINE TOURING finishes along the shore of Maligne Lake. Bald Hills D While there are no machine groomed Travel along the lakeshore to the Hidden Cove trails in the Maligne Valley, there are G Hidden Cove 8 km return Campground. Ensure safe ice conditions. This route is popu- many opportunities for light and alpine lar with skiers too. Bald Hills touring. It is your responsibility to have Easy Moderate Difficult the skills, knowledge and equipment to travel in avalanche terrain. Guide E FEATURED ACTIVITIES books are available for purchase at the Friends of Jasper store inside the town Maligne Canyon | 11.5 km from Jasper The spring-fed waters of Maligne Canyon are transformed into Information Centre. magical ice falls in the winter. The trail along the rim of the canyon can be slippery; be prepared. If you’re looking to F Visit parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-ski- venture onto the frozen bottom of the canyon, we highly recommend you travel with a certified guide. Individual users touring for more information. not on a guided tour should wear a helmet and ice cleats, and should be familiar with canyon hazards. G

27 km from Jasper Stop by Medicine Lake for a generous dose of winter scenery and Medicine Lake | SEASONAL CLOSURE adventure! Snowshoe the frozen lakeshore and bring your camera to capture the awe-inspiring views of the Queen Access to the Maligne seasonal closure Elizabeth Range. area is prohibited from November 1 through February 28. This area opens on March 1 for winter activities and Maligne Lake 48 km from Jasper Nestled among towering peaks, the frozen and snow-covered Maligne | exploration. Lake is nothing short of a winter wonderland. Take in stunning lakeside views from the Mary Schäffer loop, or explore through the hills and hollows of an ancient rockslide on the Upper Moose Loop. Note: Seasonal closure adjacent to this area. See page 18 for more details.

8 9 Highway 93A Highway 93A C Wabasso Campground

Wabasso Campground SEASONAL CLOSURE Access to the Tonquin Valley seasonal closure area is prohibited November 1 Trail and Activities Distance Description through February 15. This area opens on February 16 for winter activities CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING and exploration.

Gentle terrain takes skiers to Moab Lake. The Red Chairs along the A Whirlpool Trail 15.2 km return river at km 3.6 make a great shorter destination. Whirlpool Winter Hub 3.5 km one way to Gentle terrain following Hwy 93A with a bit of elevation nearing B Leach Lake Trail Leach Lake Leach Lake. Whirlpool Winter Hub

C Wabasso Campground Varied distances Gentle terrain along the river with inside loops.

SNOWSHOEING

Follow the south edge of the Athabasca River for 2.2 km, then loop D Athabasca River Loop 7.9 km return back on the Fryatt trail and flat-packed Geraldine Road.

Easy Moderate Difficult

Edith Cavell Edith Cavell Road will not be machine groomed for cross-country skiing this season but will still be open for winter exploration on February 16.

Free Programs Parks Canada interpreters are offering guided snowshoe hikes at the Whirlpool Winter Hub on Saturday and Sunday of the following weekends: January 12, 19, 26, and February 16. Programs do not require advance registration and snowshoes are provided. Please see parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-interpretation for more information or stop by the town information centre.

Trail Etiquette Do not walk or snowshoe on • Skiers going downhill have the right-of-way. groomed ski trails • Keep to the right when meeting oncoming skiers. • When resting, move off the trail. Keep dogs on leash • When passing say “track please” and pass on left side. Pick up after your dog

10 11 Icefields Parkway

Toe of the Glacier

The Icefields Parkway is one of the world’s most scenic drives. Its scenery is accentuated during winter as ancient glaciers and mountain peaks glow winter white under blankets of fresh snow. Here are a few highlights to visit while you’re travelling. Snow tires are mandatory from November 1 to March 31 on the Parkway. 5 Weeping Wall | 124 km south of Jasper 6 Peyto Lake | 190 km south of Jasper The Weeping Wall tumbles more than 100 metres A short uphill snowshoe (2.5-km return) from the road (330 feet) in a series of waterfalls whose main fall is leads to a panoramic viewpoint of beautiful snow- called Teardrop. The sight is even more impressive in covered Peyto Lake below. Stay on the main trail to the winter when the many waterfalls are making this a avoid avalanche terrain and other winter hazards. popular ice climbing destination. Snowshoes or ice cleats recommended.

Athabasca Falls 1 Athabasca Falls | 30 km south of Jasper 2 Sunwapta Falls | 54 km south of Jasper Watch the ever-changing ice formations and hear Walk or snowshoe to this spectacular icefall, which the roar of the thundering water behind the ice. Be plunges into a deep canyon, or continue another safe; stay behind railings and on designated trails. 1.4 km along an easy route to the lower falls. Never travel on river ice.

7 Bow Lake Viewpoint | 193 km south of Jasper 8 | 197 km south of Jasper One of the most scenic lakes along the Parkway and Enjoy this rewarding view from the roadside pull-off. the source of the . When this glacier was named a century ago, it looked like a three-toed crow’s foot. Since then, one toe has melted, and the middle toe is slowly disappearing.

SKI TOURING SEASONAL CLOSURE Tangle Falls While there are no machine groomed trails along the Icefields Parkway, there Access to the Brazeau is 3 Tangle Falls | 96 km south of Jasper 4 Athabasca Glacier | 103 km south of Jasper are many opportunities for light and alpine touring. It is your responsibility to prohibited from November 1 This beautiful, cascading icefall right beside the road Be awestruck by the area and admire have the skills, knowledge and equipment to travel in avalanche terrain. Guide through February 28. This makes for a great photo stop. the Stutfield and Dome glaciers from the Icefields Parkway. books are available for purchase at the Friends of Jasper store inside the town area opens March 1 for winter Information Centre. activities and exploration.

Trail and Activities Distance Description Visit parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-ski-touring for more information.

SNOWSHOEING Descend along the river to a set of stunning falls. Lower Sunwapta Falls 125 2.8 km return Sunwapta Falls Give us space. A forested trail leading to phenomenal views of Dragon Peak Big Bend 126 12.6 km return and surrounding mountains. Sunwapta Falls A short climb with incredible views of the Athabasca and Dome Wilcox Viewpoint 50 3.4 km return glaciers. Wilcox Slow down. *See Icefields Parkway map on pg. 14 for locations Easy Moderate Difficult Obey speed limits. 12 13 The Icefields Parkway Driving Guide

KM FROM LAKE LOUISE LOUISE LAKE FROM KM RCM P 6 3 0 96 91 81 80 79 74 60 43 40 37 36 27 21 19 233 231 229 227 224 219 208 203 201 199 196 192 183 179 161 156 149 148 146 139 137 130 129 127 125 122 121 117 120 109 102 0 2 4 6 9 14 25 30 32 34 37 41 50 54 72 77 84 85 87 94 96 103 104 106 108 111 112 116 117 124 131 137 142 152 153 154 159 173 190 193 196 197 206 212 214 227 230 233

KM FROM JASPER JASPER FROM KM BANFF 56 km

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2000 m ICEFIELDS PARKWAY Wilcox Pass ELEVATION PROFILE Athabasca Falls Parker Ridge Bow Lake 1800 m Saskatchewan Sunwapta Falls Athabasca Glacier Viewpoint River Crossing Crowfoot Glacier 1600 m Junction with 93A Weeping Wall Helen Lake Valley of the Five Lakes Athabasca Falls Hostel 1400 m Bow Summit Marmot Meadows Beauty Creek Hostel Wilcox Rampart Creek Hostel Mosquito Creek Hostel 1200 m Wapiti Hilda Creek Hostel

1000 m 0 5 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

Driving on the Icefields Parkway More Information JASPER INFORMATION CENTRE: 780-852-6176 • Ensure your car has snow tires—look for the snowflake • Plan to start early and complete your drive (with time for • There is no cell phone reception from Athabasca Falls symbol. Snow tires are mandatory from November 1 exploration and stops along the way) during daylight hours. to Lake Louise. LAKE LOUISE VISITOR CENTRE: 403-522-3833 BANFF VISITOR CENTRE: 403-762-1550 to March 31 on the Parkway. • Road reports are based on the worst condition that a driver • The Parkway is not salted so it can often be covered parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper • Fill your gas tank and bring extra windshield washer may encounter over the road’s entire 232-kilometre length. in ice and snow. parkscanada.gc.ca/banff fluid. There are no services along the Icefields Parkway As in any mountain environment, weather can change very in winter. quickly, often changing the road conditions. Check the road conditions before you leave town: Weather Forecast: weather.gc.ca 511 • alberta511.ca • drivebc.ca 14 Jasper 780-852-3185 • Banff 403-762-2088 15 Winter Wildlife Taking Action for Caribou Recovery Photo: L. Neufeld Photo: L.

Jasper National Park is home to four distinct herds of woodland caribou. Parks Canada is taking action to protect this species at risk and you can help too.

Seasonal closures for caribou conservation As of November 1, there are seasonal closures in areas of the Tonquin, Maligne-Brazeau, and North Boundary Bighorn Sheep ranges of Jasper National Park to protect important caribou habitat.

Characteristics All access to these backcountry areas is prohibited until the Tonquin area reopens for winter recreation on Brown body, darker February 16 and all other areas reopen on March 1. Winter is the perfect time of year to look for neck and large tan

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h winter, but you can help make it easier by giving P Where to find F Reduced speed limit on the Icefields Parkway them lots of space. emale Valley bottoms and open areas, commonly From south of Sunwapta Falls through to Beauty Creek Hostel, a reduced speed zone of 70km/h is in effect 11.5 cm found in and around from February 1 – June 1. Drive with care, this is a time when caribou may be seen crossing the road. Elk town. To learn more visit: parkscanada.gc.ca/caribou-winter-access

Characteristics Built like a large Characteristics German shepherd, with Resembles a medium- Photo: R. Gruys Photo: R. Give Wildlife Space. longer legs. Colour Bradley M. Photo: sized dog, thick, bushy can vary from white to tail, greyish-brown in black. colour, long and narrow DO NOT APPROACH OR ENTICE WILDLIFE. muzzle. Following, crowding or startling wildlife can lead to aggressive encounters, Where to find Throughout the park Where to find which can put you and others in danger. When viewing wildlife: Valley bottoms.

but particularly in 12 cm 7 cm valley bottoms. Wolf Coyote 100 m/330 ft • Stay at least 100 metres away from bears, coyotes, wolves and cougars.

Characteristics Characteristics 30 m/100 ft • Stay at least 30 metres away from elk, White rump, short light Narrow black horns bighorn sheep, moose and deer. brown fur; males: thick carried by both sexes, curved horns, females: beard, long white hair. narrow horns. If you see wildlife on the road always slow down. s y u r Where to find G

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9 cm • Use your hazard lights to alert others. • Move on if a traffic jam develops. Bighorn Sheep Mountain Goat • Stay in your vehicle. It is unsafe for people and wildlife. 16 17 Camping Pyramid Bench: Campgrounds Fees Number of sites Temporary winter trail closures and Services Tent Trailer Electrical Sani Dump Flush Toilets Pit Toilets Showers Firepit Cooking Shelter Drinking Water Disabled Access To ensure the safety of the public, there JASPER will be temporary trail closures and traffic $32.30 40 with elec. disruptions on the Pyramid Bench this Wapiti Winter $27.40 35 tent winter while forest fuel modification is completed. There will also be smoke in the Whirlpool Winter $15.70 10 tent-6 RV air at times as debris is burned. BANFF Please refer to the following links Tunnel Mt. Village II $32.30 188 for active closures: Lake Louise Trailer $32.30 189 parkscanada.gc.ca/jaspertrails Daily fire permits cost $8.80 extra. Camping permitted in designated campgrounds only. Winter campgrounds operate on a self-registration system. Campsites in these campgrounds are Why fuel modification? available on a first-come first-serve basis. To increase your chance of securing a spot, arrive early in the day and come mid-week. Check-out time is 11:00 a.m., and payment must be made with cash or credit Parks Canada is taking actions to both card at the site. Debit cards are NOT accepted. reduce the potential impacts of a wildfire to the community and prepare to respond in Overnight bivy camping is permitted at Wilcox campground for mountaineers who need an early start for certain routes the event of an emergency. around the Columbia Icefield. No RV’s or trailer allowed. Over the winter of 2018-2019, Parks You must contact the information centre to get a permit (780-852-6177 x2). Canada is working to reduce the amount of forest fuels on the Pyramid Bench in WHISTLERS CLOSURE mountain pine beetle affected forest. Whistlers Campground will be closed in 2019 for reconstruction. parkscanada.ca/whistlerscampground When vegetation is removed from forested areas, a potential wildfire is more likely to stay on the ground rather than move from treetop to treetop. This limits fire intensity, reduces windblown embers, and is easier Special Events for responders to control. Parks Canada and the Municipality On Friday, November 23, 2018 and January 18, 2019 of Jasper are active partners in the come explore the park on us! “FireSmart” community protection program. As part of this program, forested areas Free park entry: November 23, 2018 around the edge of town are also being Take part in the festivities of Moonlight Madness around the thinned. town of Jasper with discounts at stores and restaurants. For more information visit our website at parkscanada.gc.ca/jasperfireupdate. Free park entry: January 18, 2019 Come back in the new year for an enchanting winter extravaganza and celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Mountain Pine Beetle 5 mm Jasper in January! An insect native to the Rocky Mountains, mountain pine beetles tunnel into mature pine trees and disrupt the flow of nutrients within the tree, which eventually dies. For more information on Moonlight Madness or Jasper in January visit: jasper.travel

The red trees in the Athabasca Valley are evidence of its spread, which is linked to climate change Learn to Love Winter: February 15 to 18, 2019 and past fire suppression management practices. Mountain pine beetle infestation has steadily risen since 2013. To date, about half of Jasper’s pine for- Wondering what to do Family Day weekend? Our park interpreters will be offering fun and engaging ests have been impacted. winter activities for the whole family during our ‘Learn to Love Winter’ event. Visit parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper-interpretation to learn more. Restoring fire to the landscape through prescribed or planned fires is a natural way to reduce mountain pine 18 beetle habitat and restore healthy forests. 19 Supporting Our Parks Your park entry fee contributes directly to your experiences within Jasper National Park Edmonton and supports publications/brochures, rescue services, the maintenance of the Icefields Jasper Parkway and the cleaning and maintenance National of day-use facilities. Pick up your day pass or Park annual pass at any gate, information centre. Prince George As of 2018: All youth 17 and under receive free entry into all national parks and national historic sites across Canada.

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DISTANCE

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

Columbia 188 316 Columbia Icefield Icefield

Edmonton 423 295 461 Edmonton Columbia Icefield Field ield 85 213 157 508 F oho NP) (Yoho NP) (Y

Jasper 291 419 103 361 260 Jasper Red Deer Lake Louise 58 186 130 481 27 233 Lake Louise Radium Saskatchewan 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 r

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

Field Golden

Banff Mount Revelstoke Canmore Glacier Calgary National Park National Park Revelstoke Bar U Vancouver Ranch National Historic Site (Summer only) Radium Hot Springs Waterton Lakes Cranbrook National Park*

*266 km from Calgary

FOR EMERGENCIES DIAL 911 (Police, fire and ambulance) Cell phone coverage is not reliable in all areas of the mountain parks.