The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Jasper National Park, Canadian Rockies

March 4, 2022 Myesha Cogley

Discover the best top things to do in Jasper National Park, Alberta including Ice Walk, Jasper Raft Tours, Mount Edith Cavell Trail, Sulphur Skyline Trail, Jasper Tour Company, Jasper Rafting Adventures, Canadian Skyline Adventures, Beauty Creek Trail, Wilcox Pass, Wild Current Outfitters.
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1. Ice Walk

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5.0 based on 396 reviews

Ice Walk

Guided interpretive hikes on the Athabasca Glacier at the Columbia Icefield, since 1985.

2. Jasper Raft Tours

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5.0 based on 279 reviews

Jasper Raft Tours

We offer scenic float trips for the whole family. Give us a call for more details

3. Mount Edith Cavell Trail

28 km South of Jasper 178 km North of Lake Louise, Jasper National Park, Alberta Canada +1 780-852-6176 http://www.albertawow.com/hikes/mount_edith_cavell_hike/mount_edith_cavell_hike.htm
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5.0 based on 224 reviews

Mount Edith Cavell Trail

Reviewed By JayY_Canada

Best things about the hike: - Begins at fairly high elevation (1700+ meters) - not much effort before getting above the tree line - Awesome views: glacier, lake, mountain peaks, blue sky - Wild flowers (even late in the season) - Pikas and mountain marmots (they are not as shy as those we saw in other places; you can get a really close-up view) - Moderate efforts: took us 4 hours round trip to the highest point of the trail and back; this is with extended lunch and animal viewing stops; we are moderately active and only average in fitness level. - The pay-off is excellent for you effort. (It takes a lot more work to get this kind of view elsewhere.) Things to be prepared for: - Bug repellent (even this late in the season) - Prepare for changing weather (hot, cold, windy, rainy); but "marginal weather" often produces the most spectacular views. - Sturdy hiking shoes and/or hiking poles help; the upper part of the trail could be a little slippery/scary for some. - Could be crowded; (not so much this year due to COVID perhaps) - No outhouses once you leave the parking lot; time your "needs" for a 4+hr walk. - Bring your long lens if you are into animal photography

4. Sulphur Skyline Trail

Jasper National Park, Alberta Canada http://www.hikejasper.com/Hike-Jasper-Sulpher-Skyline.html
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5.0 based on 149 reviews

Sulphur Skyline Trail

Reviewed By 159barrys - Mount Pearl, Canada

It took us over 4 hours up and back but we paced ourselves as a group and took multiple breaks. This was our first time to Jasper so we took a guided hike and had the benefit of an experienced tour guide who made the experience all the better. There was a lot of people on the trail the day we went so bears were not a factor. It was a warm September day but we needed our warm jackets at the top. The last 500 meters are the hardest but the view from the top is beyond description.

5. Jasper Tour Company

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5.0 based on 371 reviews

Jasper Tour Company

Jasper Tour Company offers fun, adventurous, sightseeing trips in Jasper National Park. Whether it's a visit up the Maligne Valley to see her crown jewel, Spirit Island, a winter's walk through the depths of the frozen Magline Canyon, or a search for some of the Rocky Mountains wild inhabitants such as bears, any adventure with the Jasper Tour Company can be described as "simply the best!".

6. Jasper Rafting Adventures

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5.0 based on 750 reviews

Jasper Rafting Adventures

We offer Class II and Class III white water rafting trips in Jasper National Park. Explore the beauty of the Athabasca Valley and learn its history, all while experiencing a white water adventure.

7. Canadian Skyline Adventures

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5.0 based on 114 reviews

Canadian Skyline Adventures

Sarah and Christian offer hiking tours of varying difficulty. All of our hikes focus on helping our guests to experience and learn the stories that the awe-inspiring surroundings have to tell. Our day hikes range from 3- 10 hours, as well as customized options. Our backpacking tours also range in difficulty from 2 days, to 10 days, and everything in between. We also offer heli-hiking and guided Running!

8. Beauty Creek Trail

Jasper National Park, Alberta Canada
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5.0 based on 21 reviews

Beauty Creek Trail

9. Wilcox Pass

Jasper National Park, Alberta Canada
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5.0 based on 102 reviews

Wilcox Pass

Reviewed By Czarofconsoles - Vancouver, Canada

Really amazing hike, with great views of Athabasca Glacier. It was a great sunny day with cool winds when we did this hike. Starts from the trailhead just a km away from Athabasca Glacier. Nice steady incline but not much challenging to the camping spot. Throughout the hike views to the glacier and valley don't leave you. You reach the intersection and take a slightly steep incline to the viewpoint just in front of glacier. Views were spectacular and we had a great lunch in those windy conditions.

10. Wild Current Outfitters

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5.0 based on 142 reviews

Wild Current Outfitters

We offer guided canoe adventures in Jasper National Park which are ideal for families, couples, travel mates and private groups. Wildlife viewing opportunities include: bear, moose, elk, deer, loon and king fishers. Paddle as little or as much as you like and enjoy hot drinks and baked goods by a campfire. Canoe and safety gear is provided.

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