Jasper National Park is an incredible winter destination where adventure, natural beauty, and wildlife come together. Winter highlights include Marmot Basin, the northernmost ski area in the Rockies. Just 20 minutes from the town of Jasper, this ski resort features 3,000 vertical feet (914 m) of exhilarating terrain spread across 1,720 acres, with 91 runs catering to every skill level. But skiing and snowboarding are just the beginning. Jasper also offers backcountry skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, and even ice climbing. A must-do experience is the Maligne Canyon Ice Walk. Just 10 minutes from town, you can explore frozen waterfalls and glittering ice formations on a guided tour through this stunning canyon. Jasper is also alive with wildlife, even in the winter months. While black and brown bears hibernate, you can often spot elk, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, moose, wolves, coyotes, and even the elusive caribou.

For those who want to explore further, Abraham Lake is a winter wonder in itself. Found between Jasper and Banff, the lake transforms into a natural work of art during the colder months. Methane bubbles trapped beneath the ice create a striking, otherworldly effect. If you’re up for a unique adventure, take a walk across the lake’s icy surface to witness this surreal phenomenon up close. Alternatively, consider a guided snowshoe tour through the Cline River Canyon and snow-covered forests to see incredible glaciers. It’s an unforgettable way to experience the Rockies. Whether you’re hitting the slopes, walking on ice, or spotting wildlife in the snow, Jasper National Park offers a winter experience like no other.