There are many beautiful destinations in Canada but none so pristine, natural and stunning as the Canadian Rocky Mountains in Jasper National Park.
Jasper is a true Canadian mountain town with a relaxed, friendly and welcoming atmosphere and great amenities. There are many major benefits of living in an actual Canadian town rather than a purpose built ski-in ski-out resort.
You will get to experience true Canadian culture; mixing with people born and raised in Jasper and the surrounding areas (not just season workers like in many other places) will enable you to get a real feel for Canadian traditions and past times, whilst learning what living in the mountains is all about.
We like a good après party at the end of a weeks training, and with our incredible deals with Jaspers many local bars and restaurants, we have thrown some legendary events over the years, some we can talk about...and some we probably shouldn't!
So it comes to the end of a long week of training and you are wondering what to do with your Friday night. Where's the aprés at?! Look no further, from pubs, clubs, bars and restaurants Jasper has it all.
Jasper National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and during your stay you will share the park with some fascinating and majestic creatures.
The local wildlife is definitely not tame by any means, however you will often see deer wondering through town and open the hotel door to be greeted by a huge elk! Some of the animals that you might see during your stay include:
Living in a Canadian National Park amongst all its wildlife is a rare and privileged experience.
Maligne Canyon is an incredible natural feature located in the National Park near Jasper. Eroded out of the Palliser Formation, popular for sightseeing and exploration, the area contains waterfalls and streams.
Flowing out of Medicine Lake, the Maligne River flows about 15 kilometres as a full size river, but very quickly disappears into the ground and, for most of the year, completely vanishes from the surface not far from the lake.
On March 26, 2011 the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) officially designated Jasper National Park a Dark Sky Preserve (DSP).
Encompassing over 11,000 km2, Jasper National Park became one of the world’s largest preserves and the only one with a town wholly within it.
The Athabasca Glacier is one of the six principal 'toes' of the Columbia Icefield, located in the Canadian Rockies. The glacier currently recedes at a rate of 2–3 metres (6.6–9.8 ft) per year[1] and has receded more than 1.5 km (0.93 mi) in the past 125 years and lost over half of its volume.
Due to its close proximity to the Icefields Parkway, between the Alberta towns of Jasper and Banff, and rather easy accessibility, it is the most visited glacier in North America. The leading edge of the glacier is within easy walking distance; however, travel onto the glacier is not recommended unless properly equipped with a guide.
Climb aboard Canada’s oldest form of winter transport. What better way to venture deep into the heart of the Canadian Rockies then behind a team of enthusiastic and friendly Alaskan Huskies?
Each professional guide teaches you how to drive your very own dog team. You can be involved in driving, or sit back, relax, and take in the experience.