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10 Things to Do in Jasper in the Summer
Visitors to the Rockies often don’t make it past Banff and Lake Louise.
But if you have the time, not only is it worth the drive to Jasper, but it’s worth your while to spend a few days in the Jasper area.
Here are 10 things to do in Jasper and the vicinity – in the summer.
- Drive to Patricia and Pyramid Lakes – only 15 minutes away. Then hike the 2-3 hour loop trail around Patricia Lake.
- Take the Jasper Tramway up Whistlers Mountain and feast your eyes on the incredible high alpine views. It’s Canada’s longest and highest aerial tramway, but you’ll have to cough up $30.95 per adult to go up.
Jasper tramway
- Check out Jasper’s history by visiting the Jasper-Yellowhead Museum in town.
- Admire Athabasca Falls, thirty minutes to the south of Jasper via Highway 93 or 93A.
Athabasca Falls
- Drive to Maligne Lake - an hour away and canoe, kayak or take one of the boat tours.
Paddling on Maligne Lake
- Visit Maligne Canyon, 15 minutes east of Jasper. Walk the 3.7 kilometer interpretative trail crossing foot bridges over the canyon along the way.
- Soak your troubles away in the Miette Hot Springs – the hottest in the Rockies. They’re one hour north of Jasper.
- Switchback your way up the 14.5 kilometer road to the Mount Edith Cavell lookout. Do not bring your trailer!
View of Mount Edith Cavell
- Swim – yes swim in the spring fed Lakes Annette, Edith and Beauvert, ten minutes away via Highway 16. You can also walk the one hour interpretative trail around the lakes.
- Hike in some of the most glorious country in the Rockies. One of the best in the area is the Bald Hills trail. It starts in the vicinity of Maligne Lake and delivers wildflowers, glaciers, forests and desolate rock scenes. Even better – it’s a relatively easy 12.6 kilometer round trip hike.
And in Jasper the chance of you seeing wildlife is very high – especially in the early morning and at dusk. Drive carefully on any of the roads around Jasper.
Do you have more suggestions for things to do in Jasper in the summer?
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Photo credit: Jasper Tramway, Athabasca Falls, Mount Edith Cavell
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Amen to the drive carefully! I’ve been through Jasper a few times, but I don’t think I’ve ever driven through it without having to stop for some form of wildlife. The mountain goats in particular seem to think that it’s their road and we’re just borrowing it.
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@Steve I think it’s a refreshing change when the wildlife takes control. Generally people are into seeing that and don’t mind waiting.
You are making a good job of promoting Jasper. It does sound inviting for outdoor types.
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@Michael Photographers love the place too and the Rocky Mountaineer deposits many a non outdoorsy type at the train station. I think they still love wandering the town and checking out the wildlife.
I have never been in Jasper, but after reading this post I can say that Jasper is a naturally beautiful place that offers travelers so many interesting activities and things to do.
Jasper has been endowed with a lot of natural beauty. Try to visit one day.
I love Jasper! Last summer we did a great scramble from Whistlers Mountain. You won’t catch me swimming in Jasper though, I’m too much of a wimp for that!
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@Laurel I would consider swimming in a spring fed lake BUT never in a glacial fed lake.
Haven’t been to Jasper, but that tram looks insane! Sounds like a great itinerary–thanks for sharing!
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@Zoe Hope you get a chance to visit one day soon.
Holy crap! This place looks gorgeous. The falls and lake look amazing.
@Christy Jasper is worth the time to visit and the Maligne Lake is outstanding.
So much to do in Jasper. It certainly is a beautiful part of the country. Paddling on Maligne Lake looks heaven!
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@Jenny Paddling on Malign Lake is a must do activity. Gorgeous country on a grand scale.