What is Jasper like in 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.
If you share our love for winter, we're ready to welcome you back with open arms. Grab Jasper's vibe and hold on tight. Follow your winterlust!
Expand your backyard
Venture again to the Rockies and enjoy the fresh mountain air.
Jasper Pony Express
Experience the magic of winter nights in Jasper with our complimentary wagon rides! Cozy up in a charming horse-drawn wagon as you're carried away from your hotel to enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant or explore the town's shops. Available nightly Thursday to Sunday, from December 12, 2024 to March 31, 2025. Let us take you on a ride through the heart of Jasper.
Winter Experiences
Snowshoe Tour
Adventure on foot by snowshoeing your way through some of Jasper National Parks magical winter landscapes!
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.
Skiing and Snowboarding
Located in the breathtaking Canadian Rocky Mountains, Marmot Basin ski resort inspires lasting memories, not to mention stunning photos.
Maligne Canyon Icewalk Tour - SunDog Tours
This is one of Jasper’s most popular and impressive winter adventures.
Jasper Heli Snowshoeing
This is the perfect blend of a fascinating helicopter tour and bold boots in the snow adventure!
Bubbles Tour
The ‘Bubbles Heli Tour’ is a full day, uniquely Canadian destination experience offered mid-December to mid-March.
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
Maligne Canyon Icewalk - Jasper Hikes and Tours
Explore the depths of this iconic Jasper landmark with the locals!
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.
Planetarium Dome Theatre
A world-exclusive interactive experience, designed for and only available in Jasper.
Guided Fat Bike Tour (1 hour)
This is an introduction to some of Jaspers best Fat Biking scenery and trails.
Planetarium and Telescope Combo
Enjoy a full evening of cosmic exploration in the world's second largest dark sky preserve.
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.
5 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.
