They are familiar with hazards and know the safest route. Guides will outfit you with a helmet and ice cleats. If you are planning to venture onto the frozen bottom of the canyon, we highly recommend you travel with a certified guide. This gentle trail rolls over the top of an ancient rockslide. Caution: slippery trails, bring ice cleats.Ī beautiful loop with a scenic viewpoint looking down Maligne Several trail options along the top of the canyon. Take in the pristine winter views further up the valley at Medicine and Maligne Lakes. The frozen waterfalls and ice formations in Maligne Canyon make it a magical place to explore. One of the most stunning areas in Jasper National Park is the Maligne Valley. This mainly flat packed trail steadily climbs to beautiful Pyramid Lake. Steep in places, this forested trail has great lake views. Watch for steep/slippery sections.Īn interpretive loop trail around the perimeter of town. Steep at first, this trail provides tremendous views of the valley.įollow Trail 9a and loop back on 9b. This loop offers spectacular valley views. This flat loop around Lac Beauvert begins at Jasper Park Lodge. Check out one of the many cozy options for lodging that Jasper offers and rest up to do it all again the next day.Įxplore Sunwapta Falls | Photo: Jonathan Sinclairĭon't see your favorite Jasper NP adventure on The Outbound? Show us by creating an adventure.For the 2022-2023 season, the Friends of Jasper National Park will be flat-packing the following trails on a priority basis, when snow conditions and volunteer capacity allow: Trail 14, 7, 4, 4a, 4e, 4g, 7b, 7e, 13, 11, 2, 8, 8b, 8c, 8e, 3, 3f, 3g and 11a, for a total of more than 50 km.Īn easy loop offering beautiful winter walking opportunities. With a full day of adventures, a delicious meal, and a couple drinks, you’ll be ready to crash. Head to Evil Dave’s Grill for a funky, upbeat vibe and “wicked” food and drinks. If a day of exploring in the snow has given you a craving for some authentic fire roasted pizza, check out Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria. That’s not the only reason to check it out either.their six signature beers are brewed on-site with a very special ingredient, mountain water sourced straight from the surrounding Rockies. Great Places to Eat, Drink, Sleep, and Chillįun fact: Jasper Brewing Company is the first brew pub in a national park. With a limited amount of tourist shops downtown and a permanent resident population of about 4,500 outdoors lovers, Jasper stays true to its roots.Įxplore Athabasca Falls | Photo: Jonathan Sinclair 5. The focus remains on the beautiful landscape and the many different ways to enjoy it rather than on creating a Disneyland in the Rockies. The Mountain Town VibeĪlthough Jasper is a popular tourist destination, it has refused to lose the authentic mountain town vibe. Indulge in all things winter adventure ranging from snowshoe lessons, to wildlife tours and, of course, happy hours. The Jasper in January festival embodies everything that is amazing about winter in Jasper. If you’re thinking about starting a new family holiday tradition, a retreat to Jasper should top the list. There’s also, of course, fantastic skiing nearby at Marmot Basin.Įxplore Pyramid Lake | Photo: Jonathan Sinclair 3. Pyramid Lake, which is gorgeous in the summer, freezes over in the winter and provides a whole new way to explore the lake. If you want to get a little further out there, then try this snowshoe trip to Wilcox Pass. Check out one of the always beautiful and iconic waterfalls like Sunwapta Falls or Athabasca Falls for a unique view of the falls iced over. Jasper’s reputation for outdoor adventure doesn’t fade at all in the winter. Popular spots that are usually full of people in the summer will be tranquil winter wonderlands during this time of year and you won’t have a hard time finding a seat at the bar after a day of exploring. The world’s second largest dark sky preserve feels even bigger and the stars seem brighter when you’ve got it to yourself. Only 20% of Jasper’s 2 million annual visitors come between November and April, which means you’ll practically have the place to yourself. Winter is the time to experience Jasper without the distractions of other visitors. Snowshoe to Wilcox Pass | Photo: Matt Clark 1. Pack up the car or book your flights today and prepare for the ultimate winter adventure getaway. With endless potential for playing in the snow, tasty food and drink, and comfortable digs to crash in every night, Jasper has you covered. An excursion north to Jasper National Park is a must-do for anybody looking to escape the routine and get into the mountains this winter.
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