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We respectfully acknowledge that Jasper National Park is located in Treaty 6 and 8 as well as the traditional lands of the Beaver, Cree, Ojibway, Shuswap, Stoney, and Metis. We mention this to honour and be thankful for these territories to building our park, province and nation. STEPHEN SHELESKY @STEPHENSHELESKY - SULPHER SKYLINE SHELESKYSTEPHEN @STEPHENSHELESKY - SULPHER

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Come on in — oh, don’t worry about taking no wonder the national park is a designated your boots off. Just grab a plate and steal UNESCO World Heritage Site. a spot next to the fireplace. We hope you brought your best stories. Originally a railway town, Jasper’s unpretentious small-town charm has a In Jasper, community is everything. It’s what timeless appeal. Spring arrives at the valley enables the most memorable mountain bottoms in April and reaches the high country explorations. It’s what brings local service to by June, bringing along wildflowers, gushing an above-and-beyond level where a small rivers and wobbly baby elk. Summer days business owner will close shop for the day to are temperate and long, with up to 17 hours ensure your injured son visiting from overseas of daylight. Autumn comes in September and gets checked into the hospital okay (yes, this October, bringing beautiful colours, clear actually happened). It’s what makes Jasper skies (hello stargazing!) and crisp air. Winter more than just a pretty face. brings sparkling snow and cold temperatures that can warm suddenly beneath the Alberta Of course, Jasper is a very pretty face. sunshine. Crystalline lakes ringed by mountains, gorges sculpted by eons of time and water, and more Anytime of year, you’re always welcome at our wildlife than you can shake a camera at — it’s table or by our side on the trail.

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6 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond EXPLORE your base of adventure the HIGH ALPINE in JASPER Discover endless views of mountain ranges, glacial fed lakes and rivers from high above the town of Jasper. Hike the high alpine trail network to the summit or relax while you enjoy a meal at the Summit Restaurant. This is a mountain top experience the whole family will cherish.

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About Getting Here Talk to Us The town of Jasper is in the heart of Even if you don’t have access to a Need info? Come by the Visitor Information Jasper National Park. With shimmering vehicle, there are many ways to reach Centre in the heart of town. This historic glaciers, abundant wildlife, crystal- Jasper. SunDog Tours operates a shuttle log and stone building in the heart of the clear lakes, thundering waterfalls, deep between Jasper and Edmonton, as well town was once home to Jasper National canyons and evergreen forest — all as Jasper and Banff. Brewster Express Park's first superintendent but now houses surrounded by towering mountains — it's offers travel from Calgary to Jasper on a all things Parks Canada — including park no wonder why the park was named a deluxe motor coach. VIA Rail has trips to and backcountry passes, campground UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s one Jasper from numerous Canadian cities, updates, wildlife information and more — of only 18 such sites in Canada. At 11,228 including Edmonton, Vancouver, Toronto, along with Tourism Jasper’s friendly and square kilometres (4,335 square miles), Winnipeg, Saskatoon and Prince Rupert. knowledgeable team of travel counsellors, Jasper National Park is also Canada’s The luxurious Rocky Mountaineer is many of whom have lived in Jasper their largest park in the Rocky Mountains. And another fantastic way to ride the rails to whole lives. Come by anytime for in-person as the second largest Dark Sky Preserve Jasper. Once here, get around with one guidance, helpful resources and local tips in the world, it's the perfect place to of three different taxi companies, or just between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. (hours extended reconnect with nature and marvel at the rent a bike and explore at your own pace. in the summer: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.) majesty of the universe.

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9 the Journeyto Jasper take the road less traveled Jasper National Park is an exceptional place that offers unforgettably authentic experiences for those who are willing to leave the beaten path. Reaching the destination can be a remarkable adventure in its own right, and memories created on road trips are classic and lasting. To the east and west of Jasper runs the perfectly paved Trans-Canada Highway 16, also known as the Yellowhead. The famously scenic Icefields Parkway stretches to the south, connecting Jasper to Lake Louise and Banff National Park. So pack your bags and crank some driving tunes – the open road is waiting.

MIKE SEEHAGEL @MIKESEEHAGEL - ICEFIELDS PARKWAY what to pack Mountain adventures require proper preparation. Stay comfortable and safe with these sample packing essentials. Remember: each trip is different, so make a list tailored to your own adventure!

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10 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond 5 tips for driving the SunDog Tour Co. icefields Don’t feel like driving yourself? Book a spot on SunDog Transportation and Tours’ daily connector buses parkway In to and from Jasper, with service to Edmonton, Edson, Hinton, Calgary, winter Banff and Lake Louise. All guests can bring one carry on, one suitcase The Icefields Parkway, and one personal item. Walk-up passengers are welcome, but subject also known as Highway to seat availability; pre-booking is 93, is famous for its scenic highly recommended. Please arrive at mountain views. But visitors pick-up location 15 minutes prior to who only journey the route departure time. in summer miss out on the Bus Schedule sparkling winter beauty that defines the true Canadian Jasper-Hinton-Edson-Edmonton Rockies. That said, to witness Daily Service epic glaciers, frozen waterfalls Departing Jasper and ice-covered lakes, some Jasper 07:00 Hinton 08:20 important precautions must Edson 09:30 Arrive WEM 11:40 be taken. Downtown 12:15 Arrive EIA 12:30 3. Fill up on gas before leaving Departing Edmonton None of the gas Downtown 14:45 stations between EIA 15:15 WEM 16:00 1. Confirm road Jasper and Banff Edson 18:15 Hinton 19:10 conditions operate in winter. Arrive Jasper 20:00 Weather on the Also, snow tires Icefields Parkway are mandatory Jasper-Edmonton International Airport can be quite from November Express Service different than 1st to April 1st. Mid-December 2019 - mid-April 2020 surrounding Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays areas, so check See sundogtours.com for details Alberta’s Official 4. Leave early Road Reports (no Allow plenty of Departing Jasper internet? Dial 511 leisure time to Jasper 10:00 on your phone for fully enjoy the any updates). jaw-dropping Departing Edmonton views along the Jasper Edmonton 16:30 way. You won’t Brit National regret taking ish 2. Watch for C Park o a moment to lu on Jasper–Lake Louise–Banff–Calgary wildlife m ont b dm October 22, 2018 to April 30, 2019. safely pull off to a ia E Part of the Schedule changes to Brewster Icefields Parkway roadside stop to

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11 events January April Jasper Canadian Rockies 13 Half Marathon New Year's Day 01 Jasper National Park Whether your first-ever footrace, or searching out an event to kickstart Jasper in January the season, join us for 21, 10, 5, or 1 10- kilometres races. Jasper National Park See Jasper at its most authentic! This 27 winter festival celebrates the beauty and spirit of winter with three weeks Kokanee Free Ride of fat biking, dog sledding, skating, 19 Marmot Basin skiing and more! Lots of surprises in Ski and snowboard enthusiasts gather store for the 30th anniversary! at the Upper Chalet of Marmot Basin for a day of hitting the slopes, live PRIDE FESTIVAL music, DJs, food and entertainment! February Jasper Beer 01- & Barley Summit Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge 03 Your mountain adventure awaits! Join us for a part beer/spirit festival and part intriguing story-time seminars.

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Devour! The Canadian 22- Rockies Food Film Festival KELLY HOFER - PRIDE FESTIVAL 24 Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Discover a love for food and film (and wine) this winter in beautiful Jasper JASPER IN JANUARY National Park. 19 Good Friday March 19 Aloha Cup Jasper Nordic Fest Marmot Basin 09- Jasper National Park Hawaiian culture meets Canadian This multi-day sport festival is Rockies spirit as participants race 10 destined to become a premier loppet down a course that includes banked and sport festival that will attract turns, rollers, and small jumps. All while skiers and athletes from across decked out in their greatest Hawaiian Western Canada! get-up! Fairmont PJ Party 25- Jasper Pride Festival 15- Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Jasper National Park We are very excited to announce that For four days, Jasper comes together singer, songwriter and 7-time Juno 28 to celebrate everything Pride. From 17 parties to skiing to burlesque to Award Winner, Serena Ryder, will be our special guest at this year's party! outdoor adventures, you'll have endless options for planning an unforgettable weekend through this Marmot's Revenge Ski festival's 10th anniversary. 16- Mountaineering Challenge May 17 Marmot Basin Skiers and snowboarders are invited to test their endurance with this fun event that's sometimes described as Victoria Day a triathlon on skies. 20

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05 Heritage Day September CHRISTMAS IN NOVEMBER 02 Labour Day DARK SKY FESTIVAL October Dark Sky Festival 18- Jasper National Park The 2019 Dark Sky Festival presented 27 by Rocky Mountaineer highlights two featured weekends packed with events, speakers and activities that promote science, space and conservation. November Christmas in 01- November Jasper National Park 10 For the past 29 years, Christmas in November has been the most anticipated event of the year at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. With a variety of presenters, activities and sessions to attend, this event has become one to remember. Jasper Monsters 02 & Miles * Jasper National Park Get fit and have some fun! Pull out that monster effort from within and conquer the 6 mile, 3 mile or 1 kilometres run! Monsters & Miles is more than just a run…we have great halloween activities including costume June July contests, post race snacks and more! Gran Fondo Canada Day Celebration 01 Remembrance Day 08 Jasper National Park Jasper National Park 11 The Gran Fondo Jasper is a cycling The Canada Day celebration in Jasper event meant to bring every adventure begins with a pancake breakfast at (and fitness) level to the roads of the Centennial Park. Several events, such real Rockies, with four different routes as the parade, BBQ, live music, and to choose from. The event is the second kids’ activities are planned throughout the day. Cap off the day with a December Gran Fondo in North America to be held completely within a national park. fireworks display in the evening. Parks Day 25 Christmas National Indigenous 21 Jasper National Park 21 Peoples Day Join us for the 30th Parks Day. Activities include kids games, exhibits, TO LEARN MORE music, guided walks, demonstrations and displays that celebrate the park and showcase some of the specialized jasper.travel/events work that goes into managing it. 13 seasonal itineraries Winter DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 MORNING MORNING MORNING Shred the powder and catch Awake with Jasper’s furriest See multiple glaciers, frozen panoramic mountain views locals for a wildlife discovery lakes and remote peaks at Marmot Basin ski resort, tour with SunDog Tour Co. from above with Rockies located 20 min from town and (p. 27) aboard their comfortable Heli Canada (p. 59); some open from November to May sightseeing vehicles. tours include wilderness (p. 18). snowshoeing. AFTERNOON AFTERNOON Make more animals friends at AFTERNOON Rent a fat bike from Bench Bike Cold Fire Creek Dogsledding Witness natural ice sculptures Shop (p. 19) for an hour (or up (p. 58), where tours range from via a guided tour of Maligne to a full day) and test Jasper’s an hour to overnight excursions. Canyon, the deepest canyon in winter cycling trails. the Canadian Rockies.

EVENINGS EVENINGS If the timing works, celebrate EVENINGS Indulge in exquisite cocktails winter with concerts, ski deals Rent skates from the Fairmont and a wicked dinner at Evil and more via the Jasper in Jasper Park Lodge Winter Dave’s Grill (p. 41), where January festival (p. 12). Rental Shop (p. 50) and glide globally inspired cuisine meets around the groomed rink on locally sourced ingredients. Mildred Lake.

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14 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond DAY 1 Spring MORNING Ride the Jasper SkyTram EVENINGS (p. 28) up Whistlers Mountain for views of the townsite and Capture the sunset or night sky surrounding mountains, and with a local photography guide snowshoe rentals at the peak. (p. 29) to ensure you always remember the beauty you’ve seen.

AFTERNOON JEFF LEWIS PHOTOGRAPHY Don some leathers for a mini road trip on a Harley Davidson motorcycle and/or sidecar with Jasper Motorcycle Tours (p. 28).

DAY 2 DAY 3 MORNING MORNING Celebrate the freshly melting Dream of a Jasper wedding? rivers with Jasper Raft Tours’ Meet with Jasper Event family-friendly float trips down Management (p. 60) to plan the Athabasca River (p. 26). your big day, corporate meeting or other special event.

AFTERNOON Take in the Rocky Mountain AFTERNOON sights from the back of a gentle Pamper your body with a horse from Jasper Park Riding relaxing massage, spa treatments Stables (p. 21). or hair salon appointment at the Mountain Wellness Day Spa (p. 33). EVENINGS Peruse fine Canadian art and sculptures at Mountain EVENINGS Galleries (p. 32), which is open Finish the day with a slice of until 10 p.m. on Fridays and authentic Neapolitan pizza Saturdays. cooked in a bell oven from TRAVEL ALBERTA / MIKE SEEHAGEL - MALIGNE CANYON Italy at Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria (p. 56). 15 DAY 1 DAY 2 Summer MORNING EVENINGS MORNING Start the day with a guided Grab an awesome mug of coffee Experience the cosmos and the hike. Walks & Talks (p. 21) and and some fresh-baked bread second largest dark sky preserve Jasper Hikes and Tours or the breakfast wrap (a local in the world with a show in the (p. 58) offers tours ranging from favourite!) from Coco’s Cafe Jasper Planetarium’s (p. 59) 3 hours to full day, but if it’s a (p. 40). 50-seat dome. multi-day hike you seek, book ahead with Canadian Skyline Adventures (p. 57). AFTERNOON Walk on breathtaking Athabasca Glacier after driving down AFTERNOON the world famous Icefields Follow in the wake of early Parkway via a full-day tour voyageurs and raft the rivers with Rockaboo Mountain with one of Jasper’s top notch Adventures (p. 21). outfitters: Jasper Raft Tours (p. 26), Jasper’s Whitewater Rafting (p. 20), Jasper Rafting Adventures (p. 58), or Maligne Rafting Adventures (p. 59).

EVENINGS Take advantage of summer’s long days and tee off at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Club (p. 51). TRAVEL ALBERTA / ROTH AND RAMBERG

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AFTERNOON DAY 3 Witness a world famous Jasper landmark via Pursuit's Maligne MORNING Lake Cruise (p. 43), which See the national park from an includes interpretive guiding on underwater perspective with the its way to Spirit Island. certified scuba dive instructors from Jasper Dive Adventures (p. 58). EVENINGS On the way back to Jasper townsite, stop at the Maligne Canyon Wilderness Kitchen (p. 42) for a traditional take on comfort food.

16 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond Fall DAY 1 DAY 2 MORNING MORNING Find your Zen with some yoga, Venture into Jasper’s depths with massage, meditation or other Rocky Mountain Canyoning wellness service at Jasper (p. 59). Most tours take a full day Wellness (p. 58). but the Two Valley Canyon tour lasts 4.5 hours and is available on select dates in September and October. AFTERNOON Sample Jasper’s culinary scene at four local restaurants while listening to tales from its history AFTERNOON via Jasper Food Tours Gear up for the mountains and (p. 39). enjoy some retail therapy at Edge Control (p. 57). EVENINGS If visiting between Oct. 18-27, EVENINGS don’t miss the world-renowned Jam to some live music, grab Jasper Dark Sky Festival some tasty pub grub or one (p. 13) for astronaut talks, a of the 13 local beers on tap at symphony under the stars and Jasper Legion (p. 60), aka the guided stargazing experiences. Jasper Royal Canadian Legion Branch 31.

DAY 3 MORNING Rent a mountain bike from Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge’s Boathouse (p. 51) and take a spin along the many trails around emerald green Lac Beauvert.

AFTERNOON Learn more about Jasper and its history while also finding a EVENINGS great souvenir at the Jasper Book a guided tour of Pyramid Yellowhead Museum & Lake with Wild Current Archives (p. 36). Outfitters (p. 60), in their handcrafted canoes. Experience available until November 5.

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welcome to the ultimate playground The mountains are our jungle gym, monkey bars and slide all in one. This is a land of year-round recess. With thousands of kilometers of trails that cater to diverse activity levels, and which explore everything from canyons to peaks to lakes to rock walls to downtown Jasper, the national park has something for everyone and anyone who wants to get their body moving in the great Elevation outdoors. 2,612 m (8,570 ft) at summit 1,698 m (5,570 ft) at base

Marmot Basin from November until Size May. 696 hectares

It’s no wonder that Jasper was voted Longest run North America’s best ski town in 5.6 kilometres 2018 by USA Today readers. It takes more than great access to the slopes, top-notch ski infrastructure and drool- worthy après-ski restaurants to win alpine aficionados’ hearts from across the continent. There’s also a small- town authenticity and unpretentious vibe here that makes people feel at Ski Marmot Basin home. To truly love Jasper, one must love Marmot Basin has fostered Jasper’s winter. To love winter, one must Attention Expert ski culture since the 1940’s, when the Powder Hounds! experience Marmot Basin. In fact, for British Army used the area for alpine over 55 years this beloved ski resort training manoeuvres (two decades Don’t miss Tres has specialized in making people flip later an old disassembled army truck Hombres, an 18 hectare head over heels for Jasper’s chilliest (45 acre) north-facing would find new life as a tow rope). and treeless slope that season (and not just metaphorically Today, the ski resort offers multiple ski – Marmot’s three terrain parks are an descends 367 vertical clubs for all ages and abilities, along metres (1,204 ft.) and adrenaline junkie’s dream). with a number of fun events like the has enough powder- Aloha Cup and Pride Ski. filled bowls and chutes Though locals have dubbed it simply to make you weep “the hill,” don’t be deceived. Marmot With 91 runs that are divided with joy. Basin boasts the highest base (category-wise) almost equally elevation of any ski area in Canada, between novice, intermediate, and has such stunning panoramic advanced and expert level, three views of the surrounding UNESCO mountain chalets and virtually no lift World Heritage Site that you’ll have to lines, Marmot Basin has something unbury your jaw from where it drops for everyone. into the dry, fluffy snow. Over 450 centimetres of this white gold falls on skimarmot.com 780-852-3816

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Cycle with The Bench Bike Shop Have bike, will travel! Whether pedaling fast along the shoulder of the Icefields Parkway or coasting Travel Tip down a gentle forest path or floating Summer bike rentals over snow-laden singletrack on tires 1 hour $10-$15 as wide as your boot, riding a bicycle Half day $25-$30 is a great way to explore the national Full day $30-$40 park at your own pace. Every type of 24 hours $40-$50 cyclist will find a steed to suit their style at The Bench Bike Shop; this Winter fat bike rentals friendly independent nook on Patricia 1 hour $20 St. is known for its unique bikes (both Half day $40 for sale and rental), expert mechanic Full day $50 service, welcome-to-all atmosphere, 24 hours $60 and knowledgeable adventure recommendations. Get your own bike tuned up, or rent for an hour (or even Person's Name 34AGE Thing They Do overnight) and explore Jasper's trails by bike year-round!

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"I’ve cycled all over North America, and I would put the Icefields Parkway up with any of the world’s best road routes." On recommended rides On fat biking On trail etiquette If you want a challenging but beautiful I use my fat bike year-round, but a If approaching any other trail user, road route, my go-to is biking to great winter biking experience is to stop and dismount in case the other Maligne Lake. It’s uphill most of the lap the trail around Lac Beauvert, then person is uncomfortable with a bike way there (which makes the return go for a hot chocolate in the Fairmont coming toward them. Stay on the trip to town awfully fun) and it’s just Jasper Park Lodge’s Emerald Lounge. trails and don’t go off-route. Be bear gorgeous. From Jasper to the lake is Darkness falls early and fast in winter, aware and make noise at regular nearly 50 kilometres so some people so go in a group and bring a light. And intervals. Lastly, remember to stop might get back in four hours, some please don’t ride in the xc ski tracks. every once in a while and just soak

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Class 2 National park As the oldest commercial Athabasca River Approx. 15 km Sunwapta River licensed guides, rafting company in Canada, (Mile 5) wet suits, Jasper Whitewater Rafting is Great canyon Class 3+ life jackets, Class 2 views and Approx. 10 km paddle jackets, an expert on the waterways Approx. 9 km extended white neoprene booties, that, for many years, were the water enjoyment. Challenging wind pants, main transportation avenues Excellent This 3 hour round for physically touques and introduction to trip (1.5 hour river active adventure neoprene mitts through this beautiful and whitewater rafting seekers. The Travel Tip wild region. time) contains are available This 2 hour round numerous Class first half of this for inclement If it rains on your raft trip (1 hour river 2 white water trip is gentle weather. All you trip, you get a free adult time) is fun for and scenic, the pass to the Miette Hot rapids and begins need to bring Springs! everyone from at the base of the latter portion has is enthusiasm, age 6 to 90. Athabasca Falls. sustained larger a bathing suit BOOK YOUR ADVENTURE Encounter many waves. This run is or shorts and a Class 2 white very challenging T-shirt. water rapids. and is tailored for raftingjasper.com those who are physically fit and 780-852-7238 strong swimmers.

20 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond Climb with Rockaboo Mountain Adventures Travel Tip It’s time to meet your fiercest — or National Geographic at least your pointiest — self. With featured Rockaboo as an ice axe in each hand, aggressive one of the “100 places crampons strapped to your feet, and that will change your a guide from Rockaboo Mountain life.” Adventures by your side, you’re ready to enter the sensationally fun and surprisingly accessible world of Check it Out ice climbing. The Canadian Rockies are known as the ice climbing See novice ice climbers in action capital of the world and this six hour jasper.travel/rockaboovideo introductory experience is safe and unforgettable; only reasonable fitness, such as ability to climb a ladder, is required to participate. Come summer’s melt, dust some chalk on your hands and ascend anew with Rockaboo’s rock climbing experience. rockaboo.ca 780-820-0092

Saddle up with Jasper Riding Stables Go on a family-friendly Western adventure by exploring the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains from atop a saddle. Jasper Riding Stables offers tours with sweeping views aboard gentle horses hand-picked for each rider’s experience level. Lovable steeds like Apache, Thunder, and Sultan help equestrians as young as 6 years old get a taste for the cowboy lifestyle. Try the one hour ride to the Athabasca Outlook, which serves up river valley vistas and three mountain ranges on a silver platter. The two hour Ridgeline and Cottonwood Loop adds some beaver dams and waterfowl to the mix, while the three hour Cowboy’s Way excursion offers jasperstables.com the scenery of the first two rides and 780-852-7433 more, ensuring you return home with a darn good yarn. Hi-ho Silver!

Hit the trails with Walks PARKS CANADA / RYAN BRAY - MALIGNE CANYON & Talks Jasper Hippocrates was right: walking is the best medicine. Conveniently, Jasper has no shortage of trails and local guide Paula Beauchamp has no shortage of expertise. With more than two decades of experience leading tours in the national park and formal training as a registered nurse, this passionate lifetime resident delights in showing people the waterfalls, canyons, glaciers, lakes and of course mountains that make Jasper such a natural wonderland. Explore year-round with her company Walks & Talks, which in winter provides snowshoes, ice cleats, poles and insider wisdom. Tour options include Maligne Canyon Five Bridges hike, Mt. Edith Cavell Meadows, and more. Check their website for more options. walksntalks.com 780-852-4994

21 4 scientific reasons Jasper is good for you

How being in the mountains can have a positive impact on life and generally make people happier and healthier.

It doesn’t take a huge leap of faith to @BRY_INTHESKY BISHOP BRYONY imagine that most people in Jasper are happy. For starters, unless you’re one of the approximate 5,000 people who live here, then you’re likely to be on vacation. But according to recent research, the reason(s) you see so many smiles in the national park goes beyond simply having a break from the day-to-day routine of home.

Intuitively, we know that nature is good for us. We go outside and, barring any surprise wilderness emergencies, we feel better. Thanks to scientific advances and fast-growing interest in the topic, we’re learning more and more about why being in nature has such positive effects.

The results are so impressive that medical professionals around the world have started prescribing 1. Reduce stress 2. Increase fitness 3. Better relations 4. Benefit world time in nature. In Japan, ‘forest bathing’ has become a common Know that calm According to As nice as it is When people therapeutic treatment. In Scotland, feeling you get multiple Canadian to savour some spend time out physicians sometimes add hiking to on the trail? The reports, when alone time in the in nature and the recommended treatment plan exact cause isn’t kids are outside woods, spending experience the for those suffering from anxiety and certain (is it the they’re more likely time in nature associated health depression. In the United States, some soothing sounds to be in motion. can also help boosts, they’re researchers decry the rise of ‘nature of bird call? All that informal your personal more likely to deficit disorder’ among screen- The aromatic exercise (aka relationships too. want to preserve addicted children. In Jasper, even the phytoncides playtime) builds A study published those spaces. mayor follows the town’s unofficial released by trees? cardiovascular in the journal This helps protect motto: a bike ride a day keeps the A combination health, strengthens Personality and wildernesses doctor away. of both, and muscles and spurs Social Psychology like Jasper much more?) but the production Bulletin, reported National Park, The good news is that evidence when scientists of “feel-good” that when which science suggests benefits can come from even measure people’s neurotransmitters participants were is showing can small doses of “ecotherapy”; as little as physiological like endorphins. exposed to natural hugely impact a 15 minute walk in a park can have a stress markers These in turn often environments public health. If positive effect (just imagine the boost before and after cause a domino then they rated even one more you’d get from a sojourn in the Jasper spending time effect of other community, close person ventures backcountry). In case you needed in green spaces, healthy outcomes, relationships into nature, it more of a reason to visit Jasper, here results often show like better sleep and generosity could start a are four scientifically supported ways lowered levels and lower risk of as more highly positive feedback Jasper helps you be a better you. of the stress developing type II valued than they loop that affects hormone cortisol diabetes. had previously. society for post-nature. generations.

22 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond SKI JASPER CANADIAN ROCKIES Situated 20 km from Jasper, Marmot Basin offers 914 m (3,000 vertical feet) of outstanding skiing and snowboarding on 696 hectares (1720 acres) of varied terrain on five mountain faces. The highest base elevation of any major ski area in Canada ensures plenty of dry, Canadian Rockies powder to enjoy from mid- November to early May each season.

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Summer Horseback riding Horseback Paddleboarding Rafting Ice climbing Ice Stargazing Spirit Island Fat biking Fat Ice walking Ice Wildlife viewing

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Kayaking

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adventure for all ages For the mature traveler, Jasper presents a unique opportunity for extraordinary experiences that balance mountain exploration with comfort and security. Hop in a Harley-Davidson sidecar, tram to the top of a mountain or float in the wake of early pioneers; you’re never too old to try something new.

Float with Jasper Raft Tours Hop aboard one of Jasper Raft Tours’ iconic orange rafts and follow the same scenic river route used by fur traders more than two centuries ago — but without any of the early pioneers’ pesky backbreaking labour. In fact, a trip down the Athabasca River with this family-friendly rafting company is so leisurely and safe that everyone

from toddlers to 97-year-olds to people wolves, eagles, ospreys, mountain goat in wheelchairs can participate (Jasper and bears. Raft Tours even organizes an annual excursion for the local seniors’ lodge). Although most of the trip follows calm stretches of the river, there are Travel Tip Following a calm section of the river a few slightly rowdier sections where Tours run daily in spring in seven-meter-long rafts designed for small rapids can cast an errant splash and fall (May 10–June excellent stability and comfort, these (followed shortly by delighted squeals 30; Sept. 10–Oct. 6) two to three hour trips (transportation aboard the raft). As such, participants and twice daily in time included) feature one hour are encouraged to wear casual clothing summer (July 1–Sept. 9). to 90 minutes of time on the river, and footwear that they don’t mind Transportation to river depending on the water levels, and getting a bit wet. included. are great for those looking for a more mild adventure. National park licensed Tours operate rain or shine, with guides lead the tours and along the ponchos provided in the case of way will educate rafters about the the former. Rafting is one of those fascinating history of this designated activities that’s just as fun with a little Canadian Heritage River. The guide also precipitation — you’re surrounded by handles all the rowing, allowing you water anyway! to sit back, relax and search the shore for wildlife; there is always a chance jasperrafttours.com of seeing elk, deer, moose, coyotes, 1-888-553-5628

26 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond Spot wildlife with Sundog Guide KRISTOF VALGAERTS @KRISTOF.VALGAERTS Wes Bradford SunDog Tour Co. Before he started leading visitors on Part of the reason Jasper was declared wildlife tours, this a UNESCO World Heritage Site is born-and-raised because of the abundant wildlife Albertan was a that call the national park home. And park warden and while there’s always the possibility of wildlife manager. spotting an elk or bear on your own, a Here he shares professional wildlife watching tour will part of why his job take guests to lesser known areas of is so special: the park and increase your chances. On the tours’ They’ll also give a more well-rounded bonus perks understanding of the local fauna. We pass around sheep horns, elk SunDog Tour Co. schedules their antlers, beaver wildlife tours for morning and evening hides and bear times when animals are most likely to claws so people can actually feel be up and about. Primarily a mini- each species. Plus coach tour with minimal walking (total a sighting location duration is three to three and a half log tells guides hours), this tour is also a great way to about recent see some of the park’s most beautiful spottings. scenery. On his favourite Although it’s impossible to guarantee animal Elk. I love all the a sighting, the guides are well trained other animals too, to find the park’s iconic animals both but a big male elk big and small, and will throughout the with giant antlers tour explain how these wild creatures is iconic and when contribute to the rich history, geology you see a nursery and ecology of Jasper National Park group of mothers and how they survive the mountain and calves, people winters. melt. On safety When a furry friend does appear, All guides go photographers will appreciate the tour through a training bus’ oversized sightseeing windows. program to ensure Some vehicles even have sliding we don’t disturb windows so you can get that perfectly wildlife or put unobstructed, once-in-a-lifetime shot. people in danger. Learn more (p. 34). sundogtours.com 780-852-4056

Travel Tip SunDog Tour Co. also acts as a central reservation centre for most activity providers in Jasper, and offers many other types of Check it Out tours, including general Visit us online to watch sightseeing, group a summary of the excursions, conference Sunrise Wildlife Tour services and airport jasper.travel/wildlifevideo shuttles (p. 11). Soar with Jasper SkyTram Get awe-inspiring views for minimal effort via the longest and highest guided aerial tramway in Canada. The Jasper SkyTram whisks visitors up Whistlers Mountain to an elevation of 2,263 metres for unforgettable vistas of six mountain ranges and the town below. The trip up lasts seven minutes (along the way spy local landmarks pointed out by the tram guides), and you can easily spend hours at the top by enjoying breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Summit Restaurant, learning about the high alpine environment from interpretive exhibits, stargazing, or hiking/snowshoeing (depending on the season) the 1.4 kilometre trail to the very top of the mountain. Well- behaved leashed dogs are welcome to join the adventure.

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Jasper Motorcycle Tours For anyone who appreciates the mythology of Harley-Davidsons, or who simply yearns to hit the open road, a trip with Jasper Motorcycle Tours is just the ticket. In no other Canadian national park can you have a guided motorcycle tour, and this exclusive adventure has been designated a Canadian Signature Experience by Destination Canada. Available in one to six hour lengths, the tours are led by professional drivers, with visitors having the option of sitting on the back of the bike or hopping in the classic Harley- Davidson sidecar. Before heading out on the hogs, you’ll be fitted into riding leathers — the first of many great photo opportunities on the tour. Travel Tip Experience available jaspermotorcycletours.com to all ages and abilities from April 15 to Oct. 15. 780-931-6100

"In our culture, mountains are called asani — the Cree word for rock." On local Indigenous culture Favourite Things To Do In Jasper On Jasper’s special landscape The best way to connect with I love Jasper’s live music scene. As In our culture, the vast infrastructure Indigenous culture is to visit when a musician, I’m really motivated by of rock that surrounds this place the Indigenous people are here: on other musicians. The Legion’s (p.60) translates to ‘an intense amount of Parks Day or National Indigenous Friday Jam Nights are a favourite; grounding,’ which means that it puts Peoples Day. Information is also performers range from people just things into perspective. When we displayed really well at the museum starting out, to people who are see mountains, we can’t help but (p.37). Through the year I myself do professional musicians passing feel like a small piece of the universe. drumming, singing and storytelling through town. It’s always a variety, My band is not from this area, but I performances, and lead classes at the and it’s always good. speak from my personal story and Matricia Brown Matricia singer, Indigenous drummer and artist warrriorwomen.ca Habitat for the Arts. experience living here. 28 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond Everywhere you look in Jasper is a Share your photos using the hashtag Insta - photo opportunity, but these nine #MyJasper or #VentureBeyond to spots are known for being particularly be featured on @TourismJasper. Worthy photogenic.

GAIL SMITH @THEBIGBLUESUITCASE - MALIGNE CANYON ELLIOT CHAU @LIFEWITHELLIOT - SPIRIT ISLAND MADDY DELL @MADDYANDTHEMOUNTAINS - PYRAMID ISLAND

RYAN PURDY @RYAN.PURDY - MARMOT BASIN MARK RASMUSSEN @RAS.TEC - ATHABASCA FALLS RYAN LEGROULX @RYANGROULX - SKYTRAM

CARLOS LAZARINI @CARLOSLAZARINI - SUNWAPTA FALLS ARGEN ELEZI @ARGENEL - STARGAZING BEN WAUGH @BENWAUGH - MEDICINE LAKE

Take A Photo Tour capture Jasper’s waterfalls, snow Jasper Dark Sky Preserve or scenes, mountain vistas, and interested in learning the basics With so many stunning locations night sky. Mike Gere of Jasper of how to create beautiful images in the national park, it can be hard Photo Tours and Jeff Lewis of to commemorate the trip of a to know which spot to shoot. A Jasper Photo Guide each offer lifetime, there’s no better way to tour from one of Jasper’s excellent daily private photography tours get to know the Rocky Mountains professional photographers will around Jasper National Park than through photography. give you local insight on when to and beyond (multi-day tours are go where, guidance toward hidden also available). Whether you’re jasperphotoguide.com gems, and technical instruction interested in mastering advanced on the best camera settings to techniques by starlight in the mikegerephoto.ca 29 C e l e b r a t i n g 2 7 Y e a r s i n C a n a d i a n F i n e A r t F A I R M O N T J A S P E R P A R K L O D G E W I L D A N D S A C R E D P L A C E S Located in the Beauvert Promenade

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Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond C e l e b r a t i n g 2 7 Y e a r s i n C a n a d i a n F i n e A r t F A I R M O N T J A S P E R P A R K L O D G E W I L D A N D S A C R E D P L A C E S Located in the Beauvert Promenade

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time to unwind The mountains inspire serenity. Here, you can Mountain Galleries breathe in the pine-scented air It can be hard to capture a place as reflection of a place, but the pieces from a cozy cabin porch, enjoy beautiful as Jasper National Park with available for purchase here don’t a massage in a certified green a photograph. How can you replicate simply duplicate Jasper’s landscapes, spa or soak up fine art from the overwhelming awe and sublime waterfall for waterfall or peak for some of Canada’s greatest wonder this place inspires with a peak. Created by top Canadian artists t-shirt? Enter: art. (including some locals) who have creatives. Here, your body and explored and been influenced by mind can decompress. There’s At Mountain Galleries, extraordinary, the region, the artworks get into the many ways to relax in Jasper one-of-a-kind paintings and soul of Jasper, and are the ultimate so sit down, stay awhile. sculptures help give shape to feelings souvenir. that can arise during a once-in-a- lifetime vacation to the Canadian Since opening its doors in 1992, Rockies. Art is a visual and cultural Mountain Galleries has expanded to locations in Banff, Whistler and Stratford, Ont. The flagship Jasper gallery is located on the first floor of the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, has long hours (it’s often open until 10 p.m. in summer) and is a great place to wander through if only to behold the pieces on display. But this commercial fine art gallery (one of the largest in Western Canada) doesn’t just offer up museum quality art and world-class service to a global clientele — it plays an important mentorship role within the Canadian art community. Through its Artist-in-Residence program, professional artists can take advantage of the gallery’s 2,500 square feet of studio space, engage with the public, and work on developing their unique craft in a supportive environment. Artists are treated like valued partners. The gallery also provides scholarships, sponsors a number of charitable organizations and community initiatives, and runs a summer program that includes weekly open studio workshops. Mountain Galleries works hard to foster Canadian art so that you can not only experience Jasper, but make it a part of your home. mountaingalleries.com 1-888-310-9726

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32 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond Mountain Wellness Day Spa Get ready to be pampered. This internationally certified Éminence Green spa will have you feeling revitalized and refreshed from head to toe, thanks to their wide range of relaxing health and beauty treatments and specialized organic spa products Travel Tip (including aromatherapy oils blended Spa guests enjoy right in Jasper National Park. A complimentary access professional massage (choose from to the hotel’s eucalyptus full body, hot stone, Thai, cupping, steam room and fitness or couples massages) will stimulate centre. blood circulation and ease weary muscles, while a range of facials and body treatments (including exfoliation and wraps) leave skin feeling soft as silk. Full-service hair and nail salons mountainwellnessdayspa.com complete the flawless finish. Located 780-852-3252 in the Sawridge Inn, with a second location in Chateau Jasper.

Bear Hill Lodge Tucked in a peaceful corner of Jasper, this collection of stylishly decorated studio cottages, heritage log cabins and homestead houses is the perfect place to retreat with a good book on an iconic red Adirondack chair and indulge in life’s simple pleasures. Picnic tables, BBQs and flower gardens make summer stays a joy, while fireplaces and luxurious duvets create a cozy haven in winter. In the warmer months, a deluxe continental breakfast buffet includes freshly baked scones and muffins from family recipes, homemade granola, custom- roasted coffee and much more. Fancy a stroll? The cabins are located within bearhilllodge.com walking distance of most restaurants 780-852-3209 and activities.

Ranging in colour from brilliant blue to dark green, Jasper’s many glacier-fed lakes inspire serenity. Visit one of the following options to kick back on a beach, paddle a canoe or admire the views.

Lac Beauvert Lake Annette Lake Edith Jasper Lake Patricia Lake Pyramid Lake Maligne Lake Medicine Lake LAKE ANNETTE JAKE GRAHAM @JAKEGRAHAMPHOTO - PATRICIA LAKE

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can help keep @JOHNMHAYWARD JOHN HAYWARD Jasper's wildlife wild More than 50 mammals call Jasper National Park home, and spotting them in their natural habitat can be magical. But it’s important to remember that their continued health and survival relies on us being as respectful as Coyote possible. So if you’re lucky enough to see a bear, sheep, elk, or any other animal, help Parks Canada maintain healthy populations by following these rules:

Do not feed wildlife Wildlife have evolved to find their own food. But when humans feed wild animals, it teaches them that people provide food. Once the animal has had a taste Black bear of human food, it may begin to seek it above all other sources of natural food. Feeding wildlife in a national park is illegal and you can be charged under the Canada National Parks Act, with fines up to $25,000. This includes feeding them directly by offering Moose them food, or indirectly by leaving garbage behind for them to find. Keep all attractants (including Do not approach wildlife Stay on designated trails empty food containers, coolers, dog food, and even toiletries) in Sheep Always stay 30 metre (3 bus Trails in national parks are your vehicle or in designated lengths) away from elk and 100 designed to take you to the most food storage lockers. metres (10 bus lengths) away interesting places in the park while from bears. If you spot animals keeping you safe from hazards while driving, do not stop on the and protecting the environment. road, which can create dangerous Always stay on designated trails “wildlife jams.” If there is a and find out about closures from generous shoulder, you may pull Parks Canada staff in advance. over, but remain in your vehicle Be prepared to adjust your travel and use binoculars to observe plans if necessary. If traveling with or a telephoto lens to snap that a dog, keep your dog on a leash perfect picture before continuing and under control at all times. on your way. Approaching wildlife Dogs may kill or injure wildlife, or allowing wildlife to approach or can cause some wild animals White-tailed deer you can lead to them no longer to feel threatened and become being wary of people. Once agitated or aggressive. Studies habituated, they are at greater risk have shown that dogs off-leash is of getting into conflict with people. one of the most common causes of wildlife attacks. An ever changing landscape: The red pines of Jasper National Park

As you enter the gates of Jasper National larvae are important food sources for Park, you may wonder why valleys that woodpeckers, whose abandoned nest Parks Canada is dealing with the impacts were green just a few years ago are now cavities are used by other birds, bats, of mountain pine beetle – removing blanketed by a sea of red trees and small mammals like flying squirrels trees from around town to reduce and pine martens. wildfire risk, removing hazardous trees The red trees have been killed by moun- from campgrounds, and protecting the tain pine beetle. These tiny insects make Dead trees also allow more sunlight to endangered whitebark pine from attack. their home in pine trees where they lay reach the forest floor, which nourishes eggs under the bark, blocking the flow of wildflowers and berry bushes - great Thriving ecosystems are built nutrients in the tree. homes for birds and small mammals. around cyclical change Insects like bees and moths, and Over time, the red needles will fall to Beetle populations sometimes swell to mammals like bears and deer feed on the ground and the grey dead trees will outbreaks, but decline when they run out these nutrient-rich plants. fade into the background. A natural of trees or freeze in cold winters. Driven nursery of young pines, spruce, Douglas by a warming climate and large expanses Humans and climate change have fir and aspen trees will form the next of aging pines, mountain pine beetles altered natural processes generation’s forest. Some older pines are expanding throughout western Many researchers are investigating have resisted the pine beetle and their North America to northerly areas that what the long term effects of this descendants will grow in the place of the were once too cold for many beetles to dramatic landscape change will be beetle killed trees. It’s possible that in the survive. in Jasper National Park and across future, forests may be more resistant to western North America. attack. A healthy forest actually includes a If warming climate trends persist, While you enjoy this very special place, lot of dead trees know that it is undergoing a make-over Forests are shaped over time by fire, mountain pine beetle will likely continue of sorts – one we think that will only add insects, disease, wind and avalanches. to thrive and may move into new to the resiliency and beauty of Jasper These processes naturally create space habitats. Wildfire season is already National Park. in overcrowded forests, recycle old and longer, and the amount of wildfires is weak trees into nutrients for regrowth, increasing, due to climate change. It is and create a balanced ecosystem with a not uncommon for smoke from wildfires For more information visit diversity of plants and animals. burning outside the park to affect visibility and air quality in parkscanada.gc.ca/jasper Many beetle species make their home Jasper during the summer. twitter.com/JasperNP in standing dead trees. Beetles and their You may notice some of the ways facebook.com/JasperNP Family

Ice Glide Friendly 2 Jasper Skating along on the 1 cleared rinks at Mildred Lake at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge or Skytram on Pyramid Lake. Rentals are Ride available at the former or in to the top town, though ice access is of Whistlers Mountain and walk the free. Hot chocolate tastes all extra 1.4 kilometres to the very top. It’ll feel the sweeter when you’ve earned like you’re on top of the dangersworld! Rememberfrom falls to or keep animals. children nearby at all times and be aware of potential it as a family. 4 Marmot Rafting Hit Basin Float 3 the slopes gently down the with Marmot Kids Athabasca River, a designated Camp, which offers both Canadian Heritage River with half and full day lessons (the latter includes lunch with the a licensed guide who willy of explainthe region the instructor) for 6-12 year olds. human and natural histor The Marmot Mites lessons cater (while doing all the rowing!) Affordable, safe and great for everyone from kids to 4-5 year olds, while the little to grandparents. rascals nursery accepts children from 19 months to six years old. Jasper Planetarium 6 HorseBack Bask in the awe of Riding the universe in a 50-seat domed 5 planetarium theatre and tour the world's largest accessible dark sky preserve. Kids can Ride gentle also see the largest and well-trained western telescope in the Rockies and mountain horses along 1-3 hour enjoy guided stargazing. trails that offer spectacular views. From first time rider to horse whisperer, all experience levels will enjoy this hooved foray into nature. Jasper Stables staff match guests to horses based on ability and profile. FInd THE RED CHAIRS Parks Canada placed red Adirondack chairs in quiet and scenic locations throughout Jasper Nationallakeside Park for vistas. visitors Each to location enjoy the exquisite mountain and landscape and history. shares a great story about the

36 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond indoor adventures for when the weather turns

Float The Spa Replenish your soul and soothe your gently down the body at either the Mountain Wellness Day Spa or the Fairmont Spa. Inspired by the Athabasca River, a designated natural elements of Jasper National Park, Eat Canadian Heritage River with Mountain Galleries the spa encourages you to slow your Fuel up for adventure with some tasty Who needs outdoor scenery when the pace, breathe deeply and reflect on the grub and enjoy some round-the-table a licensed guide who willy of explainthe region the gallery views are this spectacular. This artistry of nature. storytelling. From organic vegan cuisine human and natural histor commercial gallery features top work from to local game meats, peruse some Canada's best artists. Located at the mouthwatering options in the Foodie (while doing all the rowing!) Affordable, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. section (p. 38). safe and great for everyone from kids to grandparents.

Learn local history at the Jasper Yellowhead Museum & Archives

Rain or shine, blizzard or balmy, recovered from the Athabasca Pass in the summer and run until mid- it is always a good idea to visit and believed to belong to Canadian November. The Annual Festival of Jasper’s local history hub. Not icon David Thompson, and a canoe Trees fundraiser is from mid-November only is the Jasper Yellowhead built by trailblazing outfitter Donald to mid-December. Museum & Archives a treasure Nelson “Curly” Phillips. trove of fascinating artefacts and From November to March on Tuesdays regional research, it also serves as The Showcase Gallery exhibits at 10:30 a.m., gather for the Weekly a community touchstone, with high change throughout the year. From Coffee Hour, when artefacts from the quality exhibits, events, historical April to the end of May, absorb the museum’s collection are pulled out for talks and other programs that explore work of Colleen Campbell, an artist display and conversation. the natural and cultural fabric of and former field researcher who the national park and Yellowhead has lived in the Canadian Rockies Once you’ve gained a deeper Corridor. for nearly four decades and whose understanding of this beautiful place, drawings of bears, coyotes and ravens purchase the perfect souvenir from the Explore the Historical Gallery’s walk the line between science and museum gift shop, which stocks local permanent exhibits about the metaphysical philosophy. books, unique artwork and replicas of Indigenous and Métis people of the historical Jasper keepsakes. area, fur trade, the railway, European An exhibit on the history of Whistlers exploration, the Japanese first ascent Campground from the 1970’s which of Mt. Alberta and early tourism. will run all summer long, while a jaspermuseum.org Among other relics, see Yuko Maki’s 100th anniversary exhibit on the 780-852-3013 legendary silver ice axe, musket balls Canadian National Railway will start 37 foodies

Travel Tip Snag a stylish memento from the Jasper Brewing Co.’s front entrance, where t-shirts and other merchandise are sold. take a bite out of jasper Cuisines from across Canada mix and mingle in this delicious pocket of the Rocky Mountains. Add to this melting pot of flavours a drool-worthy après-ski scene and a family-friendly culinary history. Whether you’re fueling up for a day in the mountains or just savouring the simple pleasures, you’re always welcome at our table.

Jasper Brewing Co. Most days of the week, at select times of the day, the pleasant smell of freshly boiled barley wafts through the restaurant known around town as simply The Brewpub. Unlike probably Local Picks every other brewery you’ve ever Jasper the Bear Ale visited, Jasper Brewing Co. uses real Named after Jasper’s glacier water (and all the minerals that town mascot, this come with it) as the base for its many honey beer is brewed craft beers, which lends a uniquely with a touch of winning terroir to its boozy creations. coriander, Mt. Hood hops and served with a slice of lime As the first brewery to open within mountain views, or imbibe after a Canadian national park, it holds dark beneath twinkling patio lights. Turkey Club a certain historical distinction. And Between May and September the Slow roasted Alberta thanks to a recent top-to-bottom options expand to include the large turkey, havarti, crisp renovation, the Brewpub’s decor has patio, complete with heaters and bacon, lettuce, tomato, stylishly stepped back in time too. generous awning coverage. chipotle mayo, naan With wood panelled walls, custom bread flower-power artwork and corduroy The restaurant is kid-friendly until Rustic Elk Meatloaf upholstered booths that look out 10 p.m. and open until 1 a.m. (often Tomato glazed, bacon, on the mountains, the whole place showing the latest game on the big seasonal vegetables, evokes a cozy 70’s-retro-meets- screens). Growlers are available for mashed potato, barnyard-chic-aesthetic. recurrent fans. mushroom gravy The menu features a broad selection Gingerbread soufflé Leftover wort from the of upscale pub fare both classic and jasperbrewingco.ca beer-making helps contemporary, and thirsty patrons 780-852-4111 create the rum caramel can select one (or many — this is a sauce for this tasty safe space) of the six staple beers or seasonal treat choose from the rotating seasonal beers. Enjoy a mid-day sip with

38 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond Papa George’s Restaurant Family-owned, family-friendly. As one of the town’s longest standing eateries (the eponymous Papa George himself would be proud to know the place is currently managed by his great granddaughter) this breakfast- lunch-and-dinner restaurant serves up tasty homestyle cuisine featuring authentic Alberta proteins like wild boar, elk, venison and bison. Wine connoisseurs can select their vintage of choice from the custom designed walk-in wine cellar. Feel at home next to the gorgeous central fireplace, among decor that balances Rocky Mountain modern with subtle Tuscan stylings. In the summer, it boasts one of the best patios in town. papageorgesjasper.com 780-852-2260 Jasper Food Tours Foodies, history buffs and cultural explorers will all find something to love about this new culinary experience. Led by longtime local Estelle Blanchette, Jasper Food Tours introduces diners to Jasper through storytelling, while also filling your belly with delicious food and drink. The daily, year-round three hour walking and eating journey takes participants to four local restaurants and many Jasper landmarks (total distance walked is 1.5 km.) The featured restaurants remain a mystery until the minute you find yourself on their doorstep, but trust that each one is unique and special to Jasper, not to mention delicious. Each stop serves up a generous dish of food alongside an equally prodigious pour of the good stuff. The menu is kept a surprise, but includes wild game meats, local brews, Canadian classics and globally-inspired treats (note: it can be customized in De’d Dog Bar & Grill advance for vegetarian and gluten free preferences). Walk into this beloved local watering hole on any given evening to observe Jasper locals in their natural habitat. Packed with fascinating facts and Open since 1927, this community hub is the perfect place local stories (and capped at twelve to unwind with a beer and good meal (the pub burger people per excursion) each tour feels is legendary), play a round of pool, or just catch the like a fun and intimate afternoon latest mountain gossip. Jasper’s history lives here, with out with friends. Bonus: you'll finish vintage artifacts and historical images displayed on the stuffed. wall — including one section devoted entirely to photos of friends and family who lost their lives in the mountains. jasperfoodtours.com Sometimes a quiet familiar haven of comfort food, sometimes a hoppin’ party with live music and regional 780-931-EATS (3287) brews, this is one gem that mustn’t be missed. deddog.com 780-852-3351

39 artisanal sourdough Locally Coco's Cafe Great coffee, fresh bread, artsy vibe; what more could you want from a friendly neighbourhood cafe? Coco’s is a cherished local java joint that prides itself on being a welcoming refuge for all, and offers tons of vegan, vegetarian and allergy-friendly JASPER options. Carnivores will also find plenty to sink their teeth into (including the famous Coco’s BREWING CO. Cast Iron Nachos Breakfast Wrap) and bread buffs would be remiss to not try a slice of artisanal sourdough Homemade chips, loaf, made daily from scratch. Make your order ‘to stay’ and enjoy the intimate, colourful vibe tomato, black olives, inside, made all the more unique thanks to featured creations from local red onions, jalapeños, Authentic artists, or bask in the sun on the sidewalk patio. green onions, cheddar and Monterey jack cheese, fresh salsa, sour cream

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"It’s easy to build nostalgia and have a good time around food."

On Coco’s values On Jasper’s community culture On how food brings people It’s a safe place. You walk through that I helped start the Jasper Pride Festival. together door and there’s zero discrimination Anything the community does for It’s something that we all need, sure, for any reason. Zero tolerance. I grew a cause, I usually volunteer and/ but it also makes you feel happy. up in little local cafes, and want or donate food. Coco’s also makes Someone can be having a crappy everybody to feel comfortable, and themed cookies for various local day and a good latte or snack just just be able to come and sit. We’re events, like the Dark Sky Festival and changes everything. It’s a sensory also all science geeks here; most Pride Festival. I try really hard to be overload that makes you feel good, of my staff are artists, geologists, what I want my community to be, and and can bring back memories. It’s the physicists, and psychologists. try to push for the future. reason why I love doing what I do. Lynn Wannop Lynn Cafe Coco’s Owner, Comm uni ty volunteer

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Evil Dave's Grill TEKARRA RESTAURANT Globally inspired and Meat & Cheese wickedly delicious, this funky Artisan cheeses and Authenticfamily restaurant offers a cured meats, house diverse menu bursting with fresh made jam, candied ingredients and creative flare. onions Cocktail lovers will find plenty of Image far right refreshment options (the Northern DE'D DOG Lights cocktail is as beautiful Pub Burger as its namesake). Carnivores 4oz beef patty with will delight in the Malevolent cheese, lettuce, onion Meatloaf — a perennial favourite and pickle and classic Alberta dish made with bison and wild boar. Vegan and gluten-free diners will melt over the Karma Curry. Still hungry? The cowboy sushi is great to share as a starter, while the Deadly Desserts will, as the name suggests, send you straight to heaven.

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EVIL DAVE'S GRILL Karma Curry Vegan, gluten free Korma with mindfully cooked vegetables

PAPA GEORGE'S Cobb Salad Crisp romaine, grilled free range chicken, grape tomatoes, avocado, wild boar bacon, blue cheese, hard boiled eggs, dijon blue cheese dressing 41 Tekarra Restaurant Welcome to the ultimate Canadian foodie experience. This unpretentious yet artful “cabin in the woods" restaurant (located a lovely 10 minute bike ride outside downtown Jasper), serves up gourmet Canuck cuisine: regional products such as AAA Alberta beef, elk, bison, wild boar, and rainbow trout are complemented by mountain views that seem close enough to touch from Tekarra’s sunny patio. Get even more stunning views by having your artisanal charcuterie board and drinks served picnic style on the fully-licenced ridge that overlooks the Athabasca River. Families will appreciate the playground next to the restaurant, where energetic kids can work up an appetite before sitting down to eat. Open only in the summer.

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Maligne Canyon Wilderness Kitchen that’s located — where else — on the beef brisket), often cultivates the most Without hearty, nourishing food, brink of one of the most jaw-dropping engaging storytelling. enjoying adventure becomes a wildernesses around. struggle. That’s why, when executive Alberta-sourced meats dominate here. chef Martin Brenner was crafting By day, stop in for coffee or a quick Many cuts that are often considered the brand new menu for the freshly bite before venturing down the 'secondary' elsewhere are showcased overhauled restaurant at Maligne canyon; to-go picnic lunches are with a specially-developed dry rub Canyon, he took inspiration from another option if you’re en route to that's rich in flavour. The meat is then the simple, delicious fare that fueled adventure. By night, as the sun sets smoked in-house with local woods on Jasper’s early explorers. and the pace slows, Maligne Canyon a daily basis; the results are incredibly Wilderness Kitchen shines — lively tender and tasty. Think slow-smoked meats, handmade entertainment and inviting fire pits preserves, fresh local veggies and on the patio add extra flavour to the Indeed, if a day of exploring the the timeless warmth of comfort food. already mouth-watering appetizers, majestic Maligne Valley is the meal, Pickling, canning, curing and smoking mulled wine and family style platters. then an evening dining experience at were common methods used a the Wilderness Kitchen is the perfect century ago by adventurers like Mary Eating family style fosters a fun dessert. Schäffer as they hit the mountainous closeness around the table that, in backcountry for weeks on end. addition to enabling sampling of Those handcrafted techniques lend malignecanyon.com multiple house specialties (don’t miss 1-844-762-6713 a unique authenticity to an eatery the 16-hour slow cooked BBQ Alberta

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sleep in style After a full day of venturing beyond (whether to distant summits or to unique new restaurants) you deserve a restful place to recharge. With its long history of hospitality, Jasper prides itself on the variety of accommodations available to visitors. Whether you yearn to lay your head at a luxurious lakeside refuge or in a cozy heritage cabin, or if you seek a comfortable place to sleep and find new travel buddies, there’s a local option to suit.

But the Athabasca’s old world flare belies its many new world conveniences. Uploading vacation photos is a cinch thanks to the hotel’s fibre optic internet and each room has Travel Tip satellite TV. Guests receive This boutique heritage hotel has complimentary come a long way since its humble passes to the Jasper beginnings as a rooming house above Activity and Aquatic a grocery store and ladies wear shop. Centre. But although it is proud of its modern comforts and exceptional service, it Athabasca Hotel has retained some historical ties: the rooms are modest in size, if not in The oldest hotel in town — with its personality. Each is exquisitely and towering stone facade and 98 years of history — could be a poster child As the only downtown hotel with a generator, if for the wisdom of not judging a book by its cover. Upon stepping into the power goes out in Jasper the Athabasca continues lobby, many are surprised by the to run — and serve fresh food. colourful character of the interior, little of which is perceptible from the street. uniquely decorated, with high ceilings, heritage mouldings and window With charming Victorian furniture dressings, classic antique furnishings and wall-mounted taxidermies of the and open-air windows. national park’s iconic megafauna (most of which were donated decades Newly renovated with heritage styling, ago) not to mention a storied past of the rooms’ warm and rich atmosphere hosting people like Marilyn Monroe is just one more example of how the and Bing Crosby, it’s a place worth Athabasca Hotel balances old with exploring regardless if you’re staying new. the night. Pop in to the on-site O’Shea’s Restaurant & Sports Lounge for a hearty portion of traditional athabascahotel.com Canadian cuisine, or just enjoy a cup 780-852-3386 of coffee in the unique surroundings.

44 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond HI Jasper There are no strangers at a hostel, accessible and will add more private room, for professional pals). Cook for only friends you’ve yet to meet. And room options. Other lodging options yourself in the hostel's large kitchen or meeting friends is almost too easy at include shared rooms for four and BBQ outside. this new HI hostel, with a beautiful, family rooms. fully equipped communal kitchen, A stay at HI Hostel also means comfortable hang-out spaces, and fun But you didn’t come to Jasper to additional discounts around town, Travel Tip programming like guided hikes, Jam sit in a room. Early check-ins can including: 20% off Jasper Rafting Book direct for Nights and more. stash luggage and head straight out Adventures and 15% off lift tickets, best rates. for adventures. When you return, rentals and ski lessons from Marmot Originally located partway up keep your bike or skis in the hostel’s Basin. Save further by getting a HI Whistlers Mountain, the new location dedicated storage and relax in the Hostel membership, which earns is a walkable distance from the train fireplace lounge or in the sauna, grab cheaper rates at HI Hostel locations station and more convenient for a bite at the on-site cafe or just take around the world. travelers without access to a car. in the views from the patios. Find new adventure pals in the media room or Even if you go to a hostel alone, you Built from scratch, this affordable never feel lonely while you’re there. accommodation is fully wheelchair games room (there’s even a meeting

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Mount Robson Inn separate, bunk bed-furnished room. The only thing more mouthwatering Oh, and about that breakfast buffet. A jogging stroller is even available to Complementary for all guests, and than this hotel’s hot breakfast buffet rent for $15 per day. is the deep sleep you’ll get on its served in a newly renovated room luxurious pillow-top mattresses. Family that overlooks the mountains, this The latter group of motorcyclists will deluxe morning feast offers up the owned and operated, the Mount feel very welcomed here, since the Robson Inn is located on the side of following in addition to continental hotel's owner is an avid rider. Upon basics: omelets, sausage or other town closest to the Icefields Parkway check in, receive a microfiber cloth (its sister hotel bookends the journey breakfast protein, granola, yogurt, for cleaning the road grime from your toaster station, fresh croissants and in Lake Louise) and caters just as hog. Wash it more thoroughly at the easily to vacationers with young danishes and gluten-free baked dedicated washing station, then park goods. children as it does to road tripping it right in front of your room or in a motorcyclists. rentable garage for greater security. Other amenities include two outdoor Don’t have a ride of your own? Guests The former group can use a hot tubs, secure ski storage, road/ staying at the Mount Robson Inn will mountain bike tuning and washing playpen/crib, highchair, night receive a 15% discount on all two day light and/or plug covers for station, coin laundry, free wifi and the motorcycle rentals from Jasper convenience of being on the Marmot free (request these Motorcycle Tours. amenities at time of Basin ski shuttle route. booking to ensure availability) or reserve a child-friendly custom suite with a

45 Cabin culture Quintessentially Canadian and oh-so-cozy, Jasper’s love for cabin living is inextricably entwined with the national park’s history (see page right) and is continually evolving via modern accommodations (such as below).

Bear Hill Lodge Ask the uninitiated, and they’ll say all a walkable distance from Jasper’s Fully equipped kitchens and luxurious cabins are made mostly of wood. But restaurants and most activities. duvets facilitate snug evenings in, and people who have had the privilege of a dog-friendly policy (with advance staying at Bear Hill Lodge know that The property’s first cabins were built reservation and pet fee) means a cabin is also built with much less in 1946, when the Icefields Parkway memories from the retreat will include tangible materials: love, heritage and was young and cabin living was truly the entire family. intimacy. There’s intimacy with loved common. In the 70+ years since, ones, certainly (the cozy communal the accommodation options have Jasper’s earliest cabin dwellers spaces can’t help but foster expanded and parties of one to nine might’ve lacked the plentiful electrical togetherness) but also an intimacy can now bunk down in lodgings of outlets and top notch insulation with the outdoors. As standalone various sizes. offered by Bear Hill Lodge, but the structures, there’s little to separate you passion for living simply and in from the jaw-dropping environment There has also been an evolution harmony with nature has carried that is Jasper National Park. of style. While real fireplaces and forward from then to now. This new earthy furnishings maintain the rustic wave of handcrafted cabins brings a As the only rentable cabins located in- cabin vibes of yesteryear, curated fresh approach to homesteading — town, Bear Hill Lodge doesn’t sacrifice artwork and chic decor touches lend one that you’ll want to call home. convenience for natural setting; the a modern feel to the cozy spaces. Rich network of energy-efficient cottages, Travel Tip in texture and honest comforts, each chalets and homestead houses are The only cabins in town cabin is unlike any other. bearhilllodge.com - open year round. 780-852-3209

46 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond This home, located at Pyramid Avenue and Bonhomme rustic retreat Street, first housed the Brewster family At their most basic, cabins are

BREWSTER HOME — important shelter. In Jasper, a wilderness of figures in magnificent proportions, that core Jasper’s early function has historically been the tourism. priority. Somewhere along the way, cabin lifestyle became seen as much more — a utopia, where modern day stresses vanish into the sky — and The Fairmont although it’s entirely possible Jasper’s Jasper Park first cabin inhabitants saw their Lodge legacy homes in the woods as a blissful began in 1915, with ten escape from convention, they likely large wooden focused on more utilitarian concerns. tents on the shores of Lac Consider Lewis Swift, Jasper’s Beauvert; it first game and fire guardian, who was known as married Métis woman Suzette “Tent City.” Swift (see her famous beadwork and finely embroidered buckskin FAIRMONT JASPER PARK LODGE PARK JASPER FAIRMONT clothing at the Jasper Yellowhead Museum and Archives (p.37) and set up a homestead near Pyramid Mountain that catered to Jasper’s Located just first tourists. The cabins they built five minutes are good examples of the functional from the east construction and rustic aesthetic gate of Jasper that epitomized Jasper’s early National Park, development. Low, square, one-story Pocahontas structures with a gable roof and Cabins is near horizontal logs, they speak to the the original mine site trail architectural character of the era.

POCAHONTAS CABINS POCAHONTAS of Pocahontas. Today, those cabins are a part of a National Training Centre for national park employees.

Jasper’s story is so woven with cabins that even its name is linked Colonel to them. Jasper Hawse was a former Thomas operator of a trading post (which also Jefferies Avarne eventually took his name, becoming Walkeden Jasper House). Over time, the trading established post’s wooden structures were a bungalow camp at reabsorbed into the park as building Cottonwood materials by settlers and railroad Creek in 1936; workers, though the meadow where

PINE BUNGALOWS today it’s it sat remains a National Historic Site. called Pine Bungalows. Cabins are everywhere in Jasper National Park. Some, like the luxurious chalets at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (p.50), have been retrofitted and modernized. Others are sprinkled through the backcountry, long abandoned and This cabin is quietly disintegrating back into the one of many landscape. built by Lewis and Suzette The outdoor aesthetic may have Swift, a married been adopted into the mainstream couple with a SWIFT CABIN imagination, but nowhere is cabin big impact on Jasper’s early culture more original, authentic development. and treasured than in the Canadian Rockies. 47 47 Astoria Hotel With its sharply gabled roof set against a mountainous backdrop, the Astoria Hotel is immediately recognizable. It is also one of oldest hotels in Jasper, with an extraordinary legacy: the Andrew family has run the place ever since it opened in 1925 under the name Hotel Cavell (it was renamed two years later after the hotel opened a ‘beer parlour’ and authorities deemed it improper to keep using the name of heroic war nurse Edith Cavell). That beer parlour eventually expanded and was redubbed the De'd Dog Bar & Grill. Now it’s one of the most popular and beloved watering holes in town, and serves up an excellent selection of local beer and stick- to-your-ribs comfort food. Come to unwind with a round of pool after a day of playing in the mountains, or get to know some Jasper lifers in their natural habitat. At the end of the night, it’s a hop- skip to your room in the adjoining hotel. The Astoria’s rooms are cozy, comfortable and clean, with some offering mountain views and others offering the quietest sleep ever thanks to an insulated placement within the building. Dogs are permitted in certain rooms for a small fee. In the morning, descend the stairs (the absence of an elevator adds to the lodging’s historical feel) to Papa George’s Restaurant, which

has one of the best breakfasts in town (the lunch and dinner also come highly recommended). This Travel Tip eatery specializes in homestyle Winter stay-and- cuisine, has a fireplace and presents ski packages give a family-friendly alternative to the discounts on both bar, and rounds out the total Astoria your room and lift experience. pass. Hotel also offers ski storage With its longstanding history, and shuttles to convenient amenities, lovable Marmot Basin. restaurants and local family touch, the astoriahotel.com Astoria hotel is a great home base for 1-800-661-7343 adventure all year round.

48 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond With trails aplenty and multiple dog-friendly Dogs of accommodation options, bringing your furry friend to Jasper can make the trip extra memorable. Here’s some stuff to know beforehand, so you Jasper can make the adventure as wonderful for your pooch as it is for you.

1. Parks Canada regulations state that all domestic animals must be kept on a leash or in suitable confinement at all times. Pets are not to be left unattended on campsites or in vehicles. Allowing your pet to chase any wild animal in the Park is an offence. Remember to clean up after your pet.

poe 2. A fully fenced off-leash dog park is located on the other side of the train tracks from downtown Jasper, at the intersection of Sleepy Hollow Rd. and Hazel Ave. 3. There are some trails in Jasper where dogs are not allowed (even on a leash) because the area encroaches on endangered caribou territory. No- dogs-allowed trails include: Leach Lake cross-country ski trail, Skyline bauer Trail, Tonquin Valley, Cavell Meadows Trail, Bald Hills, and Opal Hills. 4. Need to find a dog-sitter? Pending sitter availability, My Jasper Nanny will care for your pooch from 1.5 hours to overnight durations. Fill out a booking request form at myjaspernanny.ca

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On the leash rules On planning ahead On dog friendly options It’s really important that dogs are People come to Jasper and want to You can take your dog on the SkyTram always on a leash and under control. try various activities, and then realize (p. 07), which I think is really cool. The regulation was made for both the they can’t take their dog along. There’s Hiking is also a great thing to do safety of the dogs and for the safety lots of great things to do with your (healthy too!) and I like to have a of the national park’s wildlife. The dog dog, but if you’re going to be doing a dog with me in the backcountry; doesn’t have to bring the animal down bunch of stuff you can’t take your dog sometimes they can alert you to the by the throat — just chasing it can on, maybe your dog should stay home. presence of bears, which is very threaten the animal’s life for a variety Decide what kind of trip you want useful so long as they’re leashed.

Janet Jones of and owner Veterinarian The Clinic Veterinary Jasper of reasons. before you leave. 49 CHELSEA MARTIN @PASSPORTTOFRIDAY CAMERON PHILLIPS @CAMERONPHILLIPS A day at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge This iconic Great Canadian Lodge is more than just an opulent place to lay your head at night — it’s an experience that creates lasting memories surrounded by nature and wildlife.

Luxury, history, variety. The cozy The Boathouse, located on the shores eateries (including a grab-and- feeling that seems to permeate of emerald green, glacier-fed Lac go cafe, Italian restaurant, classic every corner of the Fairmont Jasper Beauvert is your one stop shop for chophouse, sushi bar, golf club grill, Park Lodge is transcended only by adventures from May through October. fireside lounge, and in-room dining the seemingly endless assortment Hourly and daily rental rates are experiences), you can stay well- of activities there are to do on the available for canoes, kayaks, stand-up fueled for all the adventures on tap. grounds. paddleboards, paddle boats, mountain bikes and cruisers. Come winter, rent The property has been hosting Jasper There’s the option, of course, to simply gear for ice skating on Mildred Lake, visitors since 1915, when available relax in one of the Fairmont’s quaint snowshoeing and skiing. For an iconic accommodations consisted of ten cedar chalets or exquisite Signature western experience, try horseback large tents. Today, it remains a leader Cabins, which have more than once riding in summer or horse-drawn in tourism and was awarded the been the refuge of choice for royalty, sleigh over Christmas. prestigious Green Key Environmental such as Her Royal Highness Queen Award in 2018 for its longstanding Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip. But After an active day outdoors, dedication to environmental those who want to more thoroughly rejuvenate with a signature treatment management practices. explore the 700 acres of pristine at the luxurious, 10,000 square lakeside property — which features, foot spa, where the artistry of the What better place to spend a day among other things, a year-round Canadian Rockies underscores every and discover Canada’s abundant outdoor heated pool, world-class golf treatment and experience available. wilderness while experiencing course, full-service spa and many world-class service. kilometers of trails — will find no But Canada’s ultimate cabin escape shortage of fun pursuits. doesn’t stop there. With seven on-site

50 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond Golf at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Travel Tip Albertans get 20% off Even non-golfers can’t help but be the green fee. enchanted by the majestic 18-hole restrictions apply, see course at the Fairmont Jasper Park website for details. Lodge. Designed in 1925 by Canada’s foremost master golf course architect, Stanley Thompson, this public golf course follows the landscape’s natural Awards contours, with many holes framed Top 100 golf courses in by prominent mountain peaks. Wide the world by Golf Digest fairways carve through thick forest of #1 best golf resort in Douglas fir, aspen, spruce and silver Canada by SCOREgolf birch, while elevated tee boxes and Magazine dramatic bunkering complement the surrounding vistas. No wonder this course is on every golfer’s global Stats bucket list. Course par: 71 Length: 6,663 yards fairmont.com/jasper Season: May - October 780-852-3301 51 Pack your stretchy pants because of ice and…fire? Done and done. Plus, Edmonton has a seemingly endless the brand new Royal Alberta Museum Welcome supply of award-winning chefs. From just opened its doors, bringing 82,000 secret, behind-an-armoire kind of bars square feet of history to the heart of to 5-star dining in a castle, it’s not downtown. to North hard to see why Canada’s youngest and fastest growing capital city was Only a couple blocks away, lies the named one of the top destinations to famous ICE District, Edmonton’s America’s visit by Condé Nast. newest hub for sports and entertainment. At the heart of it all sits When the summer heats up, act like Rogers Place, an architectural and largest a local and soak in over 17 hours of technological marvel which hosts the sunlight on one of the many legendary biggest names in music and is home patios. When the snow starts to fall, to the Edmonton Oilers and Oil Kings Northernmost slap on a parka and embrace all the hockey teams. Here you’ll see hockey fun of winter like a true Edmontonian. hair and sweet guitar riffs in HD with Either way, arrive hungry for flavours the largest screen and scoreboard metropolis that span far beyond the Canadian in the National Hockey League. border. The ICE District is gearing up to be Canada’s largest mixed-use sports From the continent’s first, Your wish-list won’t stop there. With and entertainment district - you know biggest and wildest Fringe over 50 festivals annually, there’s no what they say, go big or go bigger. Theatre Festival to a shopping shortage of excitement to fill your stay - whether it’s 30 degrees above Looks like Edmonton just made it to mall that spans 48 city blocks, Top Image this city has never been afraid or below. Shakespeare under an open the top of your bucket list. Edmonton Folk Festival sky? You got it. One of the largest to do things a little differently. August 8-11. 2019 Pride Festivals in Canada? Check. A winter festival with sculptures made exploreedmonton.com

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Taste of Jasper From elegant dining to casual feasting, the Mountain Park Lodge restaurants offer a variety of culinary delights, with local food made from scratch and wide selections of Alberta craft beer.

Authentic Burger at Embers Steakhouse at The Pines at Pyramid The Crimson Hotel The Marmot Lodge Lake Resort Burger enthusiasts will delight in A true culinary destination in Jasper Would you like a side of majestic the house made, locally sourced where you can take your game mountain scenery with your elegant beef patties at this mouthwatering seriously! Try delicious Alberta AAA comfort food? The Canadiana-inspired restaurant, which deserves a spot Beef, Elk, Bison, and other local menu at this picturesque venue is on any itinerary. Under the culinary game meats grilled to perfection at perfect after a great day of hiking, direction of Canadian Red Seal Chef Embers Steakhouse, Jasper's true kayaking, canoeing, paddle boating Thomas Riding, unique recipes for steak and smokehouse. The warm, and mountain biking, and not just these creative and classic burgers friendly cabin-like atmosphere and because of the stunningly beautiful make Authentic Burger a memorable classic "Chop House" menu has views over Pyramid Lake. Experience Jasper taste experience. From the local made it a favourite among locals for first class culinary art with a cocktail baked buns to the made-from-scratch years. Each entrée captures great from the excellent fresh bar program pickles and ketchup, don’t miss these flavour with lots of fire and a touch as you unwind on the beautiful patio irresistible variations on your favourite smoke and our house wines and and sample the rustic yet elegant burgers. A sunny patio and selection cocktails are a perfect compliment menu. This is a unique meal that of award winning and rotating beers to your culinary adventure. should not be missed. rounds out the experience.

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From restaurants to AUTHENTIC BURGER COCO'S CAFE DOWNSTREAM outfitters to retailers The Crimson Hotel, 200 Connaught 608-B Patricia St 620 Connaught Dr to accommodation, Authentic Burger is a memorable Jasper An independently owned and operated Downstream Restaurant and Lounge was taste experience to add to your travel cafe specializing in vegan, veggie & allergy recreated in 2008 by local owner Sotirios there's a business in itinerary. From the local baked buns to the friendly options. Artisan sourdough breads Korogonas as a concept for a modern town that can help make scratch made pickles and ketchup, our scratch baked in house. Fresh roasted restaurant and lounge that captures Jas- burgers will satisfy your inner burger en- weekly coffee and espresso by Phil & per’s mountain town spirit and casual feel. your visit to Jasper the thusiast. Come check out our sunny patio Sebastian. Catering services small or large Executive Chef David Gomez masterfully in the summer or cozy private event space - including amazing cakes & cupcakes. delivers the best cuisine in Jasper. Along most memorable it can with a fireplace and enjoy award winning with his dedicated culinary team, our be. In this section, find and rotating beers and smoked cocktails. kitchen fashions town’s freshest and most innovative plates. His attention to detail and operating hours, contact passion for excellence is defined by the superior reputation. information, addresses, offered services and 780-852-4550 1-780-852-3394 [email protected] 780-852-9449 websites for each mpljasper.com/hotels/crimson/dining cocoscafe.ca downstreamjasper.ca

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Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Marmot Lodge, 86 Connaught Dr Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge 622 Patricia St 1 Old Lodge Rd Try delicious Alberta AAA Beef, Elk, Bison, 1 Old Lodge Rd Globally inspired. Locally sourced. Funky, A truly authentic Canadian experience. and other local game meats grilled to Featuring unique signature cocktails, gour- upbeat, 60 seat, family owned restaurant. Enjoy a sophisticated menu showcasing perfection at Embers Steakhouse, Jasper's met-casual fare and Jasper’s finest patio. Proudly serving “wicked food” for a decade. AAA Alberta Beef, wild game, organic true steak and smoke house. The warm, Or, cozy up in front of the large fireplace New in 2019: Wicked Tuna. Classic, and meats and ocean-wise seafood. Settle friendly cabin-like atmosphere and classic during the winter months for a little apres creative cocktails, premium liquor and into the rich and cozy atmosphere with a "Chop House" menu has made it a favourite ski with live music. wine. Reservations are recommended and roaring fireplace and live music. among locals for years. Our selection of can be made through our website. house wines and cocktails are a perfect compliment to your culinary adventure.

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THE PINES MALIGNE CANYON WILDERNESS FAMOSO NEAPOLITAN PIZZERIA ORSO TRATTORIA KITCHEN Pyramid Lake Resort, Pyramid Lake Rd Maligne Lake Rd, 11km south of Jasper 607 Patricia St Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge The Pines Restaurant is a unique culinary Inspired by a natural iconic landmark rich Be it dine-in, take-out or delivery, Famoso 1 Old Lodge Rd destination where the Canadiana-inspired in history, the Maligne Canyon Wilderness Pizzeria will quench your thin crust The most incredible Italian dining menu features elegant comfort food fit to Kitchen serves up a smokehouse-flavoured authentic Neapolitan pizza craving. Using experience in the Canadian Rockies! match the majestic views from one of the menu seasoned with exploration and authentic Neapolitan ingredients and open Housemade pasta, fresh ingredients most picturesque venues in Jasper. After adventure. from 11:30 a.m. to midnight, Famoso is the and beautiful views of Lac Beauvert and a great day of hiking, kayaking, canoeing, perfect stop for great coffee, a desert and, Whistler Mountain provide an authentically paddle boating and mountain biking, let us of course, our pizza. local twist on Northern Italian Cuisine. stir you up a cocktail as you unwind on our beautiful patio and sample our rustic yet elegant menu.

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56 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond STONE PEAK RESTAURANT THE INN GRILL JASPER BREWING CO. JASPER PIZZA PLACE

Overlander Mountain Lodge Jasper Inn & Suites 624 Connaught Dr 402 Connaught Dr 53km east of Jasper, Hwy 16 Casual, contemporary atmosphere and Jasper Brewing Co. opened its doors in the Jasper Pizza Place is a favorite for casual Our passionate culinary team are proud friendly service. Open for breakfast buffet spring of 2005 as Canada's first National dining. The star attractions are pizzas from to showcase Alberta’s local and regional and dinner. Join us on the garden terrace Park brewery. "The Brew Pub" has become our wood burning and traditional ovens ingredients; we are focused on creating for dinner when weather permits. a community hub that focuses on develop- – we’re known as the original and best distinctive Canadian cuisine with an ing well-crafted beer and Alberta inspired pizzeria in Jasper, serving wood fired pizza. international flair that is both unique and cuisine for locals and tourists alike. We also serve burgers, pastas, salads, exquisite. Our breathtaking mountain steaks and an array of appetizers including views, award winning wine list and knowl- wings, fresh salsa & chips, and calamari. edgeable staff will ensure you have an Want the best restaurant views in Jasper? unforgettable epicurean experience. Come have a look at our newly renovated roof-top patio.

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TEKARRA RESTAURANT SUNWAPTA FALLS RESTAURANT THE BENCH BIKE SHOP THE BOATHOUSE AT FAIRMONT JASPER PARK LODGE Tekarra Lodge Sunwapta Falls Rocky Mountain Lodge 606 Patricia Street 1 Old Lodge Rd 1km south of Jasper, Hwy 93A 55km south of Jasper, Hwy 93 The Bench Bike Shop is an independent, Located on the shores of crystal clear Lac Enjoy our "cabin in the woods", Jasper's Exploring the Icefields Parkway? Grab locally-owned and operated Rental, Service Beauvert, the Boathouse offers hourly rent- fine dining experience since 1952. Creative a fresh & tasty lunch to go or stay for a and Sales bike shop in Jasper Alberta als of paddleboards, kayaks, canoes and menu is inspired by regional products savoury meal & mountain views from our featuring Kona Bikes, Giro, 7Mesh and pedal boats, as well as guided Voyageur such as Alberta bison and AAA beef, Wild patio. Gluten free & vegetarian menus. Endura. Whether you're bombing down canoe tours and mountain bikes. Boar, and free-range chicken. New in 2019: Licensed. Espresso. WiFi. rocky singletrack or climbing up the Icefield Rainbow Trout. Shared plates: "Patio meat Parkway on a loaded touring bike, we stock and cheese", house smoked trout roll, elk a core selection of tires, parts clothes and carpaccio, and bacon jam poutine! accessories to keep you running. Stop in and say hi!

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CANADIAN SKYLINE ADVENTURES FAIRMONT JASPER PARK LODGE JASPER FOOD TOURS EDGE CONTROL SKI + OUTDOOR GOLF CLUB Jasper, Canada 1 Old Lodge Rd Jasper, Canada 626 Connaught Dr We focus on offering exceptional hiking Canada’s #1 Golf Resort has also now Eat. Drink. Walk. Repeat. Jasper is for food- Winter: we sell products from Head, Dy- experiences. Our tours include short been named one of the World’s Top 100 ies and people who luuuv their cocktails. nastar, Volkl, Blizzard, Helly Hansen, Moun- walking tours, full day hikes, and multi-day Golf Courses by Golf Digest. The 18-hole Join us on our daily culinary walking tour tain Hardwear, Obermeyer, Kombi. Rentals adventures. We are professional and local Stanley Thomson designed course offers and satisfy your appetite for delicious local for the whole family. Overnight service. guides who are passionate about sharing elevated tee boxes, dramatic bunkering and bites while taking in some Jasper's tastiest Summer: we sell outdoor and lifestyle the natural wonder of Jasper with guests. unparalleled Rocky mountain views. tales. Custom tours available. Reserve clothing, footwear and sandals from Keen, your spot at jasperfoodtours.com or call Chaco, Vasque and Sanuk. Packs and 780-931-3287. accessories.

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57 JASPER DIVE ADVENTURES COLD FIRE CREEK DOGSLEDDING JASPER PARK STABLES JASPER PHOTO GUIDE

Patricia Lake 120km west of Jasper, Hwy 16 Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Jasper, Canada 5km north of Jasper, Pyramid Lake Rd Providing Jasper National Park and the 1 Old Lodge Rd Join local photographer, Jeff Lewis, on a In Patricia Lake, Jasper Dive Adventures Robson Valley with unique winter adven- For a genuine ‘Western Experience” ,ride guided photography trip to some of Jasper offers a unique underwater experience. tures since 1998. Make the 120 km trip past the trails surrounding the Jasper Park National Park’s most picturesque locations, PADI instructors offer Open Water to the monumental peak of Mount Robson on Lodge. Enjoy our 1 and 1/4 beginner trail while also discovering some hidden gems Rescue Diver courses. Take a guided tour this scenic drive. Tours range from 60 min- ride ($47.00) or our 2 hour ride for those along the way. to WWII wreck code named “Habbakuk”! utes to overnight excursions. Dogsledding with some experience ($84.00). Discover Scuba course is great for new is great for all ages and abilities. divers! Contact for information. See you underwater!

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JASPER PHOTO TOURS JASPER HIKES & TOURS INC JASPER MOTORCYCLE TOURS JASPER WELLNESS

Jasper, Canada 416 Connaught Drive 610 Patricia St 618 Connaught Dr - downstairs We’re your guide to making amazing We provide hiking, interpretive and Depart on a personalized sight seeing tour Nestled in the middle of downtown amidst photographs. Join Jasper Photo Tours for sightseeing tours in Jasper. We are a small like no other! From the freedom of the Side- the Rocky Mountains, Jasper Wellness is photography tours in Jasper National Park! locally owned and operated company. No car of a powerful Harley Davidson touring a centre for well-being. Join us for yoga Take advantage of 25 years of local knowl- big buses here! Come learn about Jasper's motorcycle, driven by a professional rider, classes designed for all! edge for the best places to be, and the best unique geology, history and ecology while view Jasper National Park in a unique way! times to be there. Learn and improve on on the trail. Book a private or small group Dress from head to toe in leathers! All gear your photography skills in the beauty of the tour and take a step into the wilds of Jasper provided! Also ask us about our motorcycle Canadian Rocky Mountains! National Park. Tours depart from the Two rentals! Brothers Totem Pole.

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JASPER’S WHITEWATER RAFTING JASPER RAFT TOURS JASPER RAFTING ADVENTURES JASPER RIDING STABLES 618 Connaught Dr Jasper and Canada’s first whitewater com- 611 Patricia St 618 Connaught Dr 4km north of Jasper, Pyramid Lake Rd pany, started in 1971. Specializing in fun or Experience an easy rafting/scenic float trip Our focus is to create lasting memories by Experience the natural beauty of the Rocky the whole family. Offering trips for both the on the Athabasca River, a UNESCO World ensuring you enjoy your time on the river. Mountains on horseback. Options include first timer and the most enthusiastic rafter. Heritage site. Don’t worry, the guides do all Our guides are trained and committed to a one ($47), a two ($84) or a three hour ride the rowing; you sit back, relax, and enjoy your safety and to sharing incredible out- ($125.00). Qualified guides lead you along the spectacular scenery... always a chance door experiences with you and your family. trails with wonderful views and abundant of seeing animals. Our rafts offer a safe, opportunities to see wildlife. comfortable ride that any first-time rafter will enjoy. Great soft adventure for entire family! Ages two years and up / family friendly / Daily, May - Oct, rain or shine.

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58 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond MALIGNE ADVENTURES MALIGNE LAKE CRUISE MALIGNE RAFTING ADVENTURES JASPER SKYTRAM 632 Connaught Dr 48km east of Jasper, Maligne Lake Rd 632 Connaught Dr 7km south of Jasper, Whistlers Rd Get out and explore with Jasper’s Adven- Maligne Lake and Spirit Island are amongst More rivers, more choices, more fun! Jas- Explore the high alpine in the Canadian ture Specialists! We offer scenic tours of some of the most iconic destinations in the per’s premier rafting company specializes Rockies from late March to the end of Oc- Maligne Valley, Wildlife Tours, Whitewater Canadian Rocky Mountains. Explore this in daily trips on the family-friendly Atha- tober with Canada’s highest and longest, Rafting and in wintertime, the Maligne world-famous landmark with four scenic basca, Sunwapta and the Mighty Fraser – a guided aerial tramway – Jasper SkyTram. Canyon Icewalk. cruise options throughout the summer to Class 3 guarantee all season! Stand among 6 mountain ranges as you world-famous Spirit Island and discover the overlook turquoise lakes, flowing glacial natural beauty of Jasper National Park. fed rivers and the scenic mountain town of Jasper. After you hike to the peak of Whis- tlers Mountain, enjoy a meal at the Summit Restaurant in the upper station.

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MOUNTAIN WELLNESS DAY SPA SKI MARMOT BASIN ROCKIES HELI CANADA ROCKY MOUNTAIN CANYONING

Sawridge Inn, 76 Connaught Dr 20km south of Jasper, Marmot Rd 195km south of Jasper, Hwy 11 Jasper, Canada Chateau Jasper, 96 Geikie St Marmot Basin offers 1,720 acres (696 Rockies Heli Canada is proud to offer heli Explore the inaccessible with the only Mountain Wellness Day Spa offers a hectares) of diverse, skiable terrain for all flights and adventures since 1999 in the certified Canyon Guides in the Rockies. wide range of relaxing health and beauty ability levels from mid-November to early Canadian Rockies. Advenutre include Heli Canyoning includes jumping, walking, treatments and specialized organic May. Nature delivers over an average of Hiking, Heli Snowshoeing, Heli Picnics, Heli scrambling, sliding, wading and many other spa products. We will make you feel 450 centimeters of dry snow annually to Weddings, Elopements and Engagements. means to travel through walled gorges and revitalized and refreshed as if you have Marmot Basin, which boasts the highest deep canyons. We offer a selection of full a new body. A professional massage is base elevation of any major ski area in and half day adventures utilizing the latest the base of most of our treatments and Canada. Amenities include 3 day lodges in technical gear to rappel over waterfalls packages for both individual and couples, with restaurants, ski/snowboard rentals, and cliff faces. Trips are catered to all which stimulates the circulation of blood Snow School lessons, Retail Shop and experience levels. and lymph flow, creating a long lasting Nursery. enjoyable pampered feeling. Full hair and salon services. 780-852-3252 [email protected] 780-852-3816 | 1-866-952-3816 1-888-844-3514 1-780-931-2252 mountainwellnessdayspa.com skimarmot.com rockiesheli.com canyoning.ca

PATRICIA LAKE BOAT RENTALS THE JASPER PLANETARIUM THE SPA AT FAIRMONT JASPER PARK ROCKY MOUNTAIN RIVER GUIDES LODGE 5km north of Jasper, Pyramid Lake Rd Marmot Lodge, 86 Connaught Dr 618 Connaught Dr Soak in the stunning scenery on beautiful Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge 1 Old Lodge Rd Rocky Mountain River Guides’ focus is Patricia Lake! Patricia Lake Bungalows Explore the world’s largest dark sky The luxurious Fairmont Spa boasts 10,000 Jasper Class 3 whitewater. We raft all trips in offers kayak, canoe, paddleboat and preserve with a LIVE expert during a square feet of beautiful, serene space the Park but our favourite is the Sunwapta. rowboat rentals to the public. Call for rates world-exclusive audience-participation inspired by the natural energy of Jasper and availability. experience in our domed theatre or outside National Park. The customized spa expe- with the largest telescope in the Rockies! riences, Reflections Lounge, outdoor pool and hot tub and eucalyptus steam room are sure to leave you feeling rejuvenated.

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WALKS & TALKS JASPER JASPER EVENT MANAGEMENT SUNWAPTA FALLS GIFT STORE WILD CURRENT OUTFITTERS

626 Connaught Dr Jasper, Canada Sunwapta Falls Rocky Mountain Lodge Jasper, Canada Join Paula Beauchamp professional Jasper Event Management creates cus- 55km south of Jasper, Hwy 93 WCO specializes in ½ day, small group, level Guide, former RN and lifetime Jasper tomized itineraries by sourcing reputable Experience our Heritage Lodge Gift Store. canoe adventures, in our hand-built canoes: resident on informative hikes In Jasper partners for your next successful event in Our awesome collection of gifts, jewelry, an intimate experience with incredible National Park. Paula has planned stops to Jasper National Park. Our location is in the apparel, fossils, sculptures, books and photography and wildlife viewing opportu- point out things of interest while on guided midst of the Rockies and close to nature souvenirs will inspire you. Show this listing nities. All trips include shore side snacks, walks. Learn all about the wildlife, flora and while still having many of the amenities you for 10% off your purchase! alongside Canadian canoe culture, and lo- fauna, glaciers, lakes and rivers while on would expect in a big city, making Jasper cal history. We offer canoes and equipment the trails.”It’s all about Nature” Join Paula on the ideal spot for your wedding, meeting, or necessary to explore Maligne Lake. Check a unique route at Maligne Canyon to bridge special event. And we’re here to help. out unique backcountry rafting experiences #5. We stop for a picnic lunch beside the on the Snake Indian River. spectacular turquoise Maligne River.

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MOUNTAIN GALLERIES JASPER'S ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION JASPER-YELLOWHEAD MUSEUM ASTORIA HOTEL BRANCH 31 & ARCHIVES Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge 404 Connaught Dr Beauvert Promenade, Lake Level 400 Geikie St 400 Bonhomme St A small boutique hotel full of character Over the past 27 years, this celebrated Jasper's Royal Canadian Legion BR #31 Jasper’s history from 10,000 years ago to and charm located in the centre of the commercial gallery has grown to become is a veteran’s club dedicated to being a present day. Displays on Indigenous and townsite adjacent to shops and services one of western Canada’s largest, and is a community hub in the heart of the Cana- Métis people of the area, the fur trade, the and convenient to outdoor activities. favourite stop for fine art collectors. With dian Rockies. Featuring great live music, railway, early tourism, and development of The Astoria boasts a friendly pub and an locations in Jasper, Banff and Whistler, exhi- fundraisers, community events and great Jasper National Park. excellent restaurant and newly renovated bitions range from abstract expressionism food served daily. rooms for 2017! to magic realism. The Inuit collection is one of the best in the country and features top Canadian carvers. Worldwide shipping.

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60 Jasper, Canada Venture Beyond ATHABASCA HOTEL BEAR HILL LODGE JASPER INN & SUITES FAIRMONT JASPER PARK LODGE 510 Patricia St 100 Bonhomme St 98 Geikie St 1 Old Lodge Rd Welcome to Jasper’s Heritage Boutique Tucked in a peaceful corner of Jasper, we are One and two bedroom kitchen/fireplaces, 700 acres of pristine forest, mountain Hotel. Exquisitely adorned guest rooms the ONLY cabins right in town! Coming for executive suites with balconies. Indoor pool, vistas and sparkling Lac Beauvert are the present old world character and new world recreation, relaxation or romance, we have a whirpool, sauna, steam room, business perfect backdrop for the charming cabins comfort. Located just a grand staircase cabin for you! Studio cottages, Heritage log centre. Free wireless internet. Inn Grill open and meandering wildlife at Fairmont Jasper away is O’Shea’s Restaurant & Cappuc- cabins, chalets, Homestead log houses. for breakfast and dinner. Park Lodge. The resort offers onsite activ- cino Bar, with big screen sports action in ities, world-class dining, a luxury spa and O’Shea’s Lounge. Many amenities, free exceptional golf course. Wi-Fi, and complementary passes to the Aquatic Centre.

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GLACIER VIEW LODGE HI HOSTEL JASPER DOWNTOWN HOSTEL CHATEAU JASPER 104km south of Jasper, Hwy 93 708 Sleepy Hollow Rd 400 Patricia St 96 Geikie St Nestled in a high alpine zone dominated Opening in May 2019, the newest addition Jasper Downtown Hostel is centrally locat- This newly renovated hotel of 119 guest by the iconic Columbia Icefield, the to the HI Canada family is a short walk ed making for easy access to all of Jasper’s rooms is conveniently located and offers Glacier View Lodge is an experience like from downtown Jasper and designed for town facilities. We have private rooms with a variety of luxury accommodations and no other. From check-in, be treated to a today's backpacker, with shared rooms for ensuite bathrooms and dorm rooms with facilities including Family and Executive premium hospitality experience loaded four, private ensuites and family rooms. Get shared facilities for the budget conscious. Suites. The hotel features include the with exclusive activities, unique dining a taste of chalet living—relax in the fire- Our multiple stationed fully equipped kitch- Silverwater Grill and Lounge, a fitness experiences and entertainment. place lounge, grab a bite at the on-site cafe en makes meal time a social event. Also, facility, the Mountain Wellness Day Spa, or just take in the views from the patios. the lounge area is another great place to indoor swimming pool and hot tub. All hang out and meet fellow travelers. There guest rooms are equipped with an electric is a guest laundry onsite as well as gear fireplace, convenience gallery with bar sink, lockers for safe storage. microwave, mini fridge, in-room safe and complimentary Wi-Fi. 780-852-2000 1-888-770-6914 778-328-2220 | 1-866.762-4122 [email protected] 780-852-5644 | 1-888-8JASPER theglacierviewlodge.com hihostels.ca/jasper jasperdowntownhostel.ca mpljasper.com

THE CRIMSON JASPER JASPER EAST CABINS LOBSTICK LODGE DECORE HOTELS - MALIGNE LODGE 200 Connaught Dr 55km east of Jasper, Hwy 16 94 Geikie St 912 Connaught Dr At the heart of town lies one of Jasper’s Nestled at the edge of Jasper National This family hotel features oversized guest The Maligne Lodge is a perfect Rocky newest hotels, The Crimson Jasper, offering Park, this property is tucked in the rolling rooms including kitchenettes with micro- Mountain getaway for winter and summer a variety of spacious guest rooms including hills and is eclipsed by the beautiful Roche waves and ovens. Additional amenities fun. Melt away your cares of the day in studio kitchenettes and full kitchen suites. à Perdrix Mountain. Escape the crowds of include guest coin laundry, fitness facility, our heated indoor pool, outdoor hot tub or Features include indoor pool, hot tub and Jasper townsite and retreat to your own in room mini fridges, indoor heated pool saunas. Relax on the patio of our Wicked- fitness facility, a new restaurant with a mountain cabin to relax and enjoy the true and hot tub sauna and 12 person outdoor Cup café with beautiful views of Whistler private dining room and a menu inspired by Rocky Mountain experience. From studio to hot tub. Superb dining at El Molcajete Mountain and enjoy Canada’s best organic only the freshest ingredients. three bedroom cabins, we have something Restaurant and spectacular view from our coffee and tea. Whether you are spending available for every traveler’s needs. Skyline Lounge. time in one of our spacious rooms with your family and friends or on a romantic honeymoon getaway.

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61 MARMOT LODGE MOUNT ROBSON INN OVERLANDER MOUNTAIN LODGE POCAHONTAS CABINS

86 Connaught Dr 902 Connaught Dr 53km east of Jasper, Hwy 16 42km east of Jasper, Hwy 16 Nestled in the trees on beautifully main- A great stay with super comfy rooms, free Nestled at the edge of Jasper National Miette Hot Springs Rd tained grounds, this affordable and com- breakfast, free Wi-fi, and outdoor hot tubs, Park, overlooking the majestic rocky A unique and authentic mountain retreat fortable hotel offers a variety of guest rooms the Mount Robson Inn, on Jasper's main mountains. Enjoy our restaurant, outdoor featuring 56 cabins with a variety of styles including kitchen suites with fireplaces. street, is a top 10 rated hotel. patio and lounge, noted for fine food, including rustic and modern log cabins, Guests can enjoy award-winning dining at casual dining, and award winning wine list. deluxe one and two bedroom style units Embers Steakhouse and Fireside Lounge Mountain view guest rooms, kitchenettes and seven new luxury log cabins with full and can often catch a glimpse of wildlife and chalets available. kitchens and king beds. A quiet location from their rooms. with spectacular mountain views offering the comforts that travelers desire. 1-877-866-2330 780-852-4471 | 1-888-8JASPER 780-852-3327 | 1-855-852-3327 [email protected] 780-866-3732 | 1-888-8JASPER mpljasper.com mountrobsoninn.com overlandermountainlodge.com mpljasper.com

PYRAMID LAKE RESORT SAWRIDGE INN AND CONFERENCE PARK PLACE INN PATRICIA LAKE BUNGALOWS CENTRE 6km north of Jasper, Pyramid Lake Rd 76 Connaught Dr 623 Patricia St 5km north of Jasper, Pyramid Lake Rd Nestled on a terraced hillside overlooking Jasper’s Great Indoors. 152 newly renovated One of Jasper’s newest hotels, is small, 48 cozy cabins in a secluded forest setting Pyramid Lake,and surrounded by the rooms and suites. Extensive amenities luxurious and nestled in the heart of Jasper on Patricia Lake. For more discerning taste, splendour of the Canadian Rockies, this include indoor heated pool, hot tub, National Park’s wonderful town site, steps reserve “The Grove”, 10 luxury suites to 62 room chalet-style alpine retreat offers aromatherapy steam room, and wellness away from a whole variety of restaurants, enjoy. Kitchens/FP in most, Satellite TV, a wide range of accommodation including spa. Dining options feature Walter’s Dining shops and nightlife. Wi-Fi in all. Coin laundry, playground, bike/ lofts and guest rooms with kitchenettes. Room, and two lounges. Complete wedding boat/kayak rentals, BBQ, outdoor hot tub, The resort also features a 10 person and meeting facilities accommodating up firepit, nature trails. outdoor hot tub, boat and bike rentals. to 250 guests.

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SUNWAPTA FALLS ROCKY TEKARRA LODGE DECORE HOTELS - TONQUIN THE WHISTLERS INN MOUNTAIN LODGE 55km south of Jasper, Hwy 93 1km south of Jasper, Hwy 93A 100 Juniper Ave 105 Miette Ave Get out of town, and step into the Tekarra Lodge is situated at the confluence The Tonquin Inn provides comfortable Located in downtown Jasper across from extraordinary. Experience TripAdvisor of the Miette and Athabasca rivers, the accommodations to relax with friends the train station, close to all shops and award-winning service, exclusive holiday individual cabins offer an escape from or family and enjoy a fun-filled Rocky services with 64 spacious bedrooms and planning, cozy rooms & award-winning the modern world. With no television or Mountain escape. We offer an array of suites. Amenities include elevator, steam dining in the heart Jasper National Park. telephone to bring you back to reality, you amenities including 137 non-smoking room, two outdoor roof-top jacuzzis, full can relax at the end of the day to a warm, rooms and suites, some with kitchenettes service dining room, pub, limited on-site cozy wood-burning fireplace or take part in and fireplaces, free Wi-Fi and parking, parking and a wildlife museum with over our free outdoor programs. heated indoor pool, two outdoor hot 100 animals of the National Park. tubs, saunas, fitness centre, and on-site restaurant the Whisky Jack Grill.

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WHAT IS A DARK SKY PRESERVE? A Dark Sky Preserve is an area in which no artificial lighting is visible, and active measures are in place to educate and promote the reduction of light pollution to the public and nearby municipalities. Jasper National Park has made a special commitment to protect and preserve the night sky. WHAT MAKES JASPER DIFFERENT? Jasper National Park is the second largest Dark Sky Preserve in the world, and the largest accessible Dark Sky Preserve - meaning there’s a town within the limits of the preserve. DARK SKY FESTIVAL OCT. 18 – 27, 2019

This ever-growing annual celebration invites stargazing adventurers of all ages to get lost in the wonder of the universe and beyond. jasperdarksky.travel HOW TO EXPERIENCE Although anyone can walk outside after dark and look up, visitors can gain a deeper understanding of the cosmos with the Jasper Planetarium. Bask in the awe of the universe an enjoy a guided simulation of the night sky in their new 50-seat domed planetarium theatre and/ or spy distant planets and nebulas through the largest telescope in the Rockies! For more spectacular viewing experiences, visit these top five stargazing spots: Lake Annette, Old Fort Point, Maligne Lake, Pyramid Island, and Medicine Lake. Learn more jasper.travel/stargazingspots

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