Jasper National Park is the rugged, quiet side of the Canadian Rockies. In winter, the park turns into a white world of frozen lakes, quiet pine forests and mountain peaks full of fresh powder snow. The village of Jasper is cozy in the middle of it: small, relaxed and a fine base for days in nature.
In Jasper you will find a rare blend of nature, silence and adventure. You can ski on Marmot Basin, hike through Maligne Canyon or just enjoy the view with a mug of hot chocolate.
Did you know that Jasper National Park is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies?
In winter, Jasper enjoys a special tranquility. At over 1,000 meters, the air is dry, clean and remarkably clear. At night you have a chance to see the northern lights, which dance in clear skies above the white mountain peaks. During the day you may encounter moose, bighorn sheep or even a lynx – all in their natural habitat.
✦ Grote kans op noorderlicht in de wintermaanden
✦ Veel wildlife te spotten, ook in de sneeuw
Jasper is an excellent destination for lovers of snow and adventure. Just a twenty-minute drive from the village is Marmot Basin, a convenient ski area with wide slopes, short wait times and views of the surrounding mountain ranges. There’s plenty to do off the slopes, too: from cross-country skiing and snowshoeing to ice climbing in frozen gorges.
✦ Skiën op Marmot Basin
✦ Ook ideaal voor sneeuwschoenwandelen en langlaufen
The slogan “Your base of adventure” fits Jasper National Park perfectly. Of course, you come here primarily to enjoy the slopes of Marmot Basin, but you can turn your ski vacation into an absolute dream vacation by also taking advantage of a wide range of activities you can do here. For example, how about a cool dog sled ride or ice climbing in Maligne Canyon? Click on the links below to learn more about this beautiful national park.
