What is Jasper like in the winter?
Jasper National Park is a place where winter shines. Here, natural ice sculptures create art in the wildest of settings. Stars seem to multiply against a backdrop of the world's darkest skies. If you're prepared, winter becomes an otherworldly experience. Venture beyond to a hushed, snow-blanketed landscape that defies imagination and awakens your senses.
Expand your backyard
Venture again to the Rockies and enjoy the fresh mountain air.
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Free Breakfast by Pursuit
Albertans can book this package to receive free breakfast for up to two adults during their stay. Sign up for Pursuit Rewards to redeem.
Save 15% on Pursuit Hotels
Albertans can save 15% on their stay at select hotels when they become Pursuit Rewards members.
Jasper to Lake Louise Experience
Take up to 20% off per night when you stay back to at Mount Robson Inn in Jasper and the Mountaineer Lodge in Lake Louise.
Skier and Snowboards Save 10% on Pursuit Hotels
10% off winter hotels for Marmot Basin, Escape Card, Mountain Collective, and Ambassador Ski Pass holders.
Passholders Save HI Jasper
Passholder/Escape Card/Mountain collective pass/Ambassador ski area program save up to 30% of at HI Hostel
Winter Experiences
Maligne Canyon Icewalk - Jasper Hikes and Tours
Explore the depths of this iconic Jasper landmark with the locals!
Planetarium Dome Theatre
A world-exclusive interactive experience, designed for and only available in Jasper.
Skating on Lake Mildred
We have a groomed skating rink on Lake Mildred offering round-the-lake oval and hockey rink for pick-up games.
Pyramid Lake Winter Activities
Nature rules here. Pyramid Lake offers exciting outdoor activities year-round.
Jasper Food Tours
The Downtown Foodie tour will take you to four local joints, visiting points of interest and taking in some of Jasper’s tastiest tales.
Jasper Heli Snowshoeing
This is the perfect blend of a fascinating helicopter tour and bold boots in the snow adventure!
Maligne Canyon Icewalk Tour - SunDog Tours
This is one of Jasper’s most popular and impressive winter adventures.
Skiing and Snowboarding
Located in the breathtaking Canadian Rocky Mountains, Marmot Basin ski resort inspires lasting memories, not to mention stunning photos.
Maligne Canyon Icewalks - Pursuit
Walk Among Frozen Giants! Take a guided tour into Jasper’s deepest canyon and savour a smokehouse lunch at Maligne Canyon Wilderness Kitchen
Planetarium and Telescope Combo
Enjoy a full evening of cosmic exploration in the world's second largest dark sky preserve.
Bubbles Tour
The ‘Bubbles Heli Tour’ is a full day, uniquely Canadian destination experience offered mid-December to mid-March.
Guided Fat Bike Tour (1 hour)
This is an introduction to some of Jaspers best Fat Biking scenery and trails.
Visitor Information
Local stories
Get a deeper understanding of the people, places and histories that make Jasper special.
10 family friendly ways to enjoy winter in the mountains
Some of our best childhood memories are from family vacations to the great outdoors. Maybe it’s due to the excitement of exploring a new place, or maybe it’s thanks to the health benefits of being active outside, or maybe it was just the simple joy of spending quality time together with our nearest and dearest.
5 Important Tips For Driving The Icefield Parkway In Winter
The Icefields Parkway, also known as Highway 93, is famous for its scenic mountain views. But visitors who only journey the route in summer miss out on the sparkling winter beauty that defines the true Canadian Rockies. That said, to witness epic glaciers, frozen waterfalls and ice-covered lakes, some important precautions must be taken.
4 cozy winter cabins to rent in Jasper
Is there anything that gives the warm fuzzies quite like cuddling up next to a crackling fireplace in a log cabin while snow falls gently outside the window? There are nearly 500 cabins to rent in Jasper, ranging from cozy riverside cabins to luxurious log refuges that British royalty have stayed in, but most of them aren’t open through the winter. Pair heritage aesthetic with modern comforts in a beautiful home-away-from-home, and take part in our longstanding cabin culture by booking a stay in one of these year-round havens.
