The Columbia Icefields Parkway stretches for 232 km (144 miles) between Lake Louise and Jasper, Alberta. It’s one of the...
Jasper
If you are a traveler with an adventurous spirit then you’ll love Jasper in winter. For a diverse selection of...
The Bald Hills trail hike in Jasper National Park is for those of you who don’t mind putting up with a slog up a fire road to reach kilometres of wondrous hiking above treeline with panoramic views of Maligne Lake, the Evelyn Creek Valley, the multi-hued Opal Hills along with...
Biking 290 km from Banff to Jasper is one of the most impressive mountain bike rides in the world. The...
Don’t despair if you’re visiting Jasper and you only have 24 hours to see some sights. There’s plenty you can...
The Opal Hills trail in Jasper National Park is a steep one that rewards with a lush meadow, mountain views, and the chance to see stunning Maligne Lake from above. You only need a half day to knock off the 8.2 km round-trip hike, so it’s a good one if...
The Sulphur Skyline trail hike in Jasper National Park draws the crowds, even though it’s take-your-breath-away steep for a good...
The Valley of the Five Lakes hike is a popular outing, especially for families, largely because it’s easy and close...
One of the questions I get asked a lot via email is what’s the better place to visit – Banff or Jasper? So far the question has related to a summer or fall visit only. The bottom line for an answer – though it’s wishy-washy, is that neither Banff or...