"Jasper National Park – wildlife everywhere" Top 5 Page for this destination Province of Alberta Favorite Tip by vtveen

Favorite thing: Jasper National Park is one of the oldest and the largest NP's in Canada and is situated in the middle of the impressive scenery of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. On our way from the prairies of Saskatchewan and eastern Alberta we could see the mountains from about 125 km’s away. And the scenery was getting more and more impressive and ‘wilder’ when driving westward along Yellowhead Highway # 16.

We had heard and read a lot about the wildlife in the Rockies, but it was amazing to see so many animals. Sometimes so close to our car, almost unbelievable; at least for us 'Dutchies'. It started just before the East Park Gate, when a couple of deer were grazing along the road. And immediate behind the gate we ‘had’ to stop again to take photos of some deer.

There are so many 'hot spots' you have to visit. Because we just had one day to spend, you will find specific tips of the several sights along Icefields Parkway (road nr 93 or 93a) and Maligne Valley, close to Jasper. The town is situated in the National Park with the same name and a good starting point for day trips in the park.
We made our trip from Jasper to Banff and the scenery we did see was just overwhelming !!

An entrance fee is applicable if visiting Jasper National Park. We had to pay an entrance fee at one of the gates. We paid for a 3 days pass for 2 persons CAD 42,-. Tickets are to be clearly visible on your car's dashboard at all times and valid in all national parks.
See for the valid fees the website of Jasper NP.

The Jasper National Park Information Centre is located at 500 Connaught Drive, Jasper, Alberta. See for opening hours and all other information their website: www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/ab/jasper

Fondest memory: The number of wildlife we saw during just a short stay in Jasper National Park.