If you are a traveler with an adventurous spirit then you’ll love Jasper in winter. For a diverse selection of...
Jasper
One of the questions I get asked a lot via email is what’s the better place to visit – Banff...
Don’t despair if you’re visiting Jasper and you only have 24 hours to see some sights. There’s plenty you can accomplish in short order if you’re prepared to have a full day. I was in Jasper over a summer time (one of many visits) and did exactly as described below....
The Columbia Icefields Parkway stretches for 232 km (144 miles) between Lake Louise and Jasper, Alberta. It’s one of the...
The Bald Hills trail hike in Jasper National Park is for those of you who don’t mind putting up with...
The Valley of the Five Lakes hike is a popular outing, especially for families, largely because it’s easy and close to the Jasper Townsite. It’s perfect for the shoulder season when there is snow at higher elevation, but it’s also a pleasant after-dinner or stretch-your-legs kind of hike from late...
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 Opal Hills trail in Jasper National Park is a steep one that rewards with a lush meadow, mountain views,...
Biking 290 km from Banff to Jasper is one of the most impressive mountain bike rides in the world. The ride runs parallel to the Continental Divide, and can start in either Banff or Jasper, both of which are exceptionally scenic towns. Located just 55 km from Banff is Lake...