🏞️ Top Things to Do in Jasper

Jasper is built for those who chase adventure but don’t rush it. It’s quieter than Banff, with fewer crowds, more wildlife, and trails that feel personal. The lakes are remote, the views are vast, and the pace invites you to slow down and stay present.
If you love the outdoors but prefer a gentler rhythm, Jasper is the kind of place that stays with you. It has heart—wild, quiet, and unforgettable.

🥾 1. Hike Maligne Lake & Visit Spirit Island
~ Start with lakeside trails like the Mary Schäffer Loop
~ Take the boat tour to Spirit Island—one of the most iconic views in Canada

🐻 2. Hike the Bridge Trail (Bear Encounter Zone!)
~ A remote trail across a scenic bridge at Maligne Lake
~ Bonus: we shared it with a black bear—from a respectful distance!

🌲 3. Green Lake Trail
~ Peaceful, emerald waters and alpine solitude
~ Great for a quiet picnic or wildlife spotting

❄️ 4. Icefields Adventure Tour
~ Ride a massive Ice Explorer onto the Athabasca Glacier
~ Walk on ancient ice and sip glacier water straight from the source

🌄 5. Jasper SkyTram + Summit Café
~ Ride Canada’s highest tramway for jaw-dropping views
~ Eat at the Summit Café—one of the best views we’ve ever had with lunch

🐾 6. Wildlife Spotting
~ Elk, bears, mountain goats, and marmots roam freely we seen it all in Jasper
~ Best times: early morning or dusk

🧊 7. Visit Maligne Canyon
~ Deep limestone gorge with waterfalls and bridges

🛣️ 8. Drive the Icefields Parkway (Jasper Side)
~ Stop at Sunwapta Falls, Athabasca Falls, and Tangle Creek
~ Every pull-off is a photo op

🌅 9. Old Fort Point
~ Short but steep hike with incredible sunset views over Jasper and the Athabasca River

🏨 Bonus: Terrekka Lodge (2018 Stay)
~ We stayed here in 2018—unique rooms above the restaurant with river views and the best breakfast ever
~ Temporarily closed due to wildfire damage, expected to reopen in 2027