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 | MEDICINE LAKE
32 km. (19.2 mi.) S.E. of Jasper townsite.
Open year-round.
This intriguing lake is a place of mystery and Indian legend. Due to a unique underground drainage system, the water level of the lake varies from season to season . . . sometimes it actually disappears! Early Indians once thought that "spirits" were responsible for the dramatic fluctuations in the placid waters. Watch for the interpretive signs along the road. |
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 | MALIGNE LAKE
48 km. (28.8 mi.) S.E. of Jasper townsite.
Open year-round.
Located in the majestic Maligne Valley, this exquisite lake is the second largest glacier-fed lake in the world, stretching 22 km. (14 mi.). A one-and-a-half hour boat cruise will take you past glacier-studded mountain peaks to world-famous Spirit Island. Try your hand at guided fishing, hiking or horseback riding. Superb cross-country skiing in winter. Restaurant and shopping facilities are seasonal. |
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 | MALIGNE CANYON
1 km. (6.6 mi.) S.E.
of Jasper townsite.
Open year-round.
One of the most spectacular gorges in the Canadian Rockies, sheer limestone walls plunge to depths of over 50 metres (165 ft.) - An interpretive trail winds its way from a picnic area across six bridges where you can catch the spray from the thundering Maligne River, or peer into the mossy depths. In winter, try your hand at a guided Canyon Tour across the floor of the frozen canyon. This is a sight you'll not want to miss! |
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 | LAC BEAUVERT
7 km. (4.2 mi.) from Jasper townsite.
Open year-round.
Site of one of the worlds most scenic and challenging golf courses, emerald green Lac Beauvert is also home to the world-famous Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Dining, shopping, horseback riding, cycling and boating are some of the many activities available. Or simply enjoy a scenic stroll around the lake. In winter, cross-country skiing, horse drawn sleigh rides and ice skating all add to your holiday excitement. |
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 | MIETTE HOTSPRINGS
60 km. (36 mi.) East of Jasper townsite.
Open daily from May 7 - October 11, 2010
These natural springs, the hottest in the Canadian Rockies, are cooled from 54º C (129· F) to a soothing 39º C (102º F). Located in the scenic Fiddle Valley, the facility includes two hot pools (one pool is wheelchair accessible), a cool pool and poolside cafe. Nearby hiking trails, picnic sites and accommodation make Miette Hot Springs a perfect destination. Swimsuits, towels and lockers available to rent. |
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 | PATRICIA AND PYRAMID LAKE
Both 8 km. (4.8 mi.) from Jasper townsite.
Open year-round.
A winding road leads to these two sparkling lakes where fishing, picnicking, boating and hiking are extremely popular. Rental facilities include horse-back riding, boating, canoeing, windsurfing and sailing. Cross-country skiing and ice-skating on Pyramid Lake in the winter make this an ideal location for family fun. Seasonal and year-round accommodation and dining facilities available. Pyramid Island is now wheelchair accessible. |
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 | WHISTLER'S MOUNTAIN
8 km. (4.8 mi.) S. of Jasper townsite.
Open mid April - mid October.
The Jasper Tramway whisks you up Whistler's Mountain to an elevation of 2285 metres (7496 feet) for stunning vistas over mountain ranges stretching up to 80 km away. Interpretive exhibits explain the high alpine environment and a hiking trail leads you to the summit of the mountain. On a clear day the white pyramid of Mt. Robson can be seen in nearby British Columbia. Gift shops and licensed dining facilities available. |
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 | COLUMBIA ICEFIELD
105 km. (63 mi.) S. of Jasper townsite.
The largest icefield south of Alaska, shimmering glacial ice and snow cover some 389 sq. km. (233 sq. mi.). An exciting 90 minute Ice Age adventure will take you out onto the Athabasca Glacier, a tongue of the Columbia Icefield, for an awe-inspiring glimpse of icy crevasses and ice-fed streamlets. Or, join a guided Glacier Ice-walk and visit the Icefield Interpretive Centre for informative exhibits and slide shows. Seasonal accommodation, dining and camping available. Hiking trails nearby. |
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 | SUNWAPTA FALLS
55 km. (33 mi.) S. of Jasper townsite.
Open year-round.
Sunwapta is a Stoney Indian word for "turbulent river". At the falls, the Sunwapta River abruptly changes course from northwest to southwest and plunges in a cloud of spray into a deep canyon. Seasonal accommodation and dining. Picnic sites available. A frozen wonder in winter, Sunwapta Falls will delight photographers with its uncanny "ice sculptures". |
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 | MT EDITH CAVELL
30 km. (18 mi.) S. of Jasper townsite.
Open end of June - October.
Few summits in the park can match Mt Edith Cavell's craggy beauty. A small, powder blue Angel Glacier are easily reached by a short self-guiding trail that winds its way along the shores of the lake. Another longer trail leads to picturesque Cavell Meadows. Trails are less crowded mornings or late afternoons. Parks Canada and Friends of Jasper have been working to restore the sensitive meadows after years of misplaced footsteps, please make your footsteps count by staying on the trail. |
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 | LAKE EDITH AND LAKE ANNETTE
Both 6 km. (3.6 mi.) from Jasper townsite.
Open year-round.
These two day-use areas offer ample picnic sites and shelters in a beautiful lakeside setting. The water is refreshing and after a delightful swim you can stretch out on the sandy beaches or open grassy areas. Take a quiet evening stroll along the easy trail surrounding the lakes, including the wheelchair accessible Clifford E. Lee Trail. Or, cycle the bicycle trails around Lake Edith. |
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 | POCAHONTAS
48 km. (28.8 mi.) E. of Jasper townsite.
Just off Highway 16 on the Miette Road you will find the remains of the "Pocahontas Coal Mine". A self guided interpretive trail leads through the mine remnants as well as to some spectacular viewpoints that overlook the Pocahontas ponds. Enjoy some time exploring this historic site. |
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 | ATHABASCA FALLS
32 km. (14.2 mi.) S. of Jasper townsite.
Open year-round.
Among the most powerful and breathtaking falls in the Rocky Mountains, the Athabasca River thunders through a narrow gorge where the walls have been smoothed and potholed by the sheer force of the rushing water carrying sand and rock. Picnic sites available. Cross-country skiing. Capture the brilliance of rainbow-hued spray or the dazzling sheets of ice suspended from jagged rock on film! |
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 | STUTFIELD GLACIER
95 km. (57 mi.) S. of Jasper townsite.
Open year-round.
A tongue of the massive Columbia Icefield, the Stutfield Glacier pours over 900 vertical metres (3000 ft.) of cliff face, forming a picturesque set of double icefalls visible from a roadside viewpoint. The Sunwapta River braids its way through several channels across the broad, gravel flats below. |
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 | GOAT LOOKOUT
38 km. (22.8 mi.) S. of Jasper townsite.
From this elevated picnic area sweeps a panoramic view of the Athabasca Valley and the sheer mountain peaks surrounding it. This is a good place to spot mountain goats, bighorn sheep and other animals searching for mineral licks. Please remember, IT IS ILLEGAL TO TOUCH OR FEED WILDLIFE IN A NATIONAL PARK. Please help keep the wildlife wild and healthy. |
