Jasper at a Glance
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Mountains are Jasper's calling card. Deep in the Alberta
Rockies, peaks crown the horizon in every direction. The vast majority are
pristine and will remain that way, preserved under the aegis of Canada's national
parks system. Mountain sheep, bears, wolves, elk and mountain goats have a secure
home here, and can often be seen when simply driving down the road. To improve
the chance of spotting a Grizzly bear, adventure seekers can opt for a hiking
tour or explore the surrounding wilderness on horseback. But even from inside
the car, the mountain views are spectacular. In particular, the road south of
Jasper to Lake Louise is renowned
for its breathtaking vistas. About halfway down, motorists often stop at the Columbia
Icefield to view a still mighty but receding glacier, part of the Icefields
Parkway and Eastern Slopes region. In the town of Jasper itself, visitors
enjoy a peaceful small-town atmosphere, while chalets, B&Bs and famous Fairmont
Jasper Park Lodge offer a wide range of accommodation often in building reflecting
a distinct alpine architecture. For information about visitor destinations near
Jasper, visit Edmonton, Hinton,
Lake Louise and Valemount,
BC.
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WELCOME TO Jasper!
