Beaver Boardwalk was recommended to me by multiple friends, and it's a cute place to visit for an…read morehour or two. As an Alberta local, the habitats in this area are quite familiar, but it's set up well. There's a trailhead with a public washroom in a nearby subdivision, and it's well marked and easy to find. The walking on these boardwalks is very easy and flat, and I think it would be good if you had limited mobility issues. When we visited we didn't see anything other than a couple of ducks, I think dawn or dusk is the best time to see beavers in action. We did find that a significant number of the boardwalks were submerged underwater or damaged, and the trails close to the water were closed. The maps could have also been a little bit better, so this left us looking at people across a body of water on an area that we couldn't figure out how to get to a number of times. Overall, a nice nature walk, and hopefully the volunteer association that built the area is able to get some funding to shore up all the areas that have been collapsed or submerged.

This place is amazing. The people who live here already know this, but if you're coming from out…read moreof town, you must come here. I don't know when was the last time I was in such a beautiful man-made place that was meant to put us in touch with nature. We got lucky because in addition to seeing cool birds, fish, frogs and bugs, we also saw beavers very actively doing their thing (this was middle of July). If you want to see them, your best bet is to come in the afternoon around sunset time. Bring a camera and your curiosity. If you're come and see a piece of trash while walking around, please pick it up, it's such a wonderful place.

Jasper National Park is amazing. They have beautiful lakes and rivers, animals, and shops…read more Admission to the park was easy. You stop at the gate at the entrance of the park. The friendly ranger will ask you questions like how many days you will be staying and then give you a price. Everything was done by credit card. The transaction was easy peasy. They had lakes of all shapes and sizes. There was a roadside lake that I stopped at that was turquoise in color. We visited Maligne Lake with its azure colored waters. Unfortunately, we arrived too late to the lake to get tickets to their boat ride to Spirit Island. Animals weren't seen until my last day there when I spotted bighorn sheep. The town of Jasper was the major hub in the park with lots of shops, restaurant and a nice visitor center. You could buy all the souvenirs that want. There was a recent wildfire that burned part of the town in Jasper and some of the sites. Maligne Canyon was still closed. This is an beautiful place to visit if you like the outdoors.

Jasper National Park he's just stunning and so vast. Unfortunately, a lot of the Park has been…read moredevastated by last year raging wildfires. The community is working hard to recover and the area needs all the tourism that it can get. You can see the result of the wildfires damage from about 30 miles outside of Jasper town. It's truly heartbreaking to see. We need to support the people & their businesses. They said there are many areas 30 miles outside of Jasper town that are intact & stunning. Go visit... it's amazing

This is a peaceful alternative to Banff National Park. We went to Banff first and enjoyed getting…read moreaway from the huge crowds in Jasper. In the three days we were here, we hiked Valley of Five Lakes, Maligne Canyon, Path of Glaciers at Edith Cavell, Bald Hills at Maligne Lake, and Sulphur Skyline. My favorite was Sulphur Skyline followed by Bald Hills. Both were more challenging hikes, but the views were definitely worth it. Maligne Canyon was pretty, but because it was easy, it was very crowded. We didn't see any wildlife while hiking, but we did see a lot while driving, especially on our way back from Maligne Lake. I thought the views were just as good in Jasper as they were in Banff. The lakes are prettier in Banff, but there were great mountain views everywhere you looked. This is definitely a must stop national park in the Canadian Rockies.

When I was in Jasper I texted a friend and told them how bonkers beautiful it was, and how I was in…read morecomplete awe. She replied, "I should hope so, it's a damn national treasure." And it's true. Jasper National Park is a damn national treasure, possibly a damn global treasure. Is that a saying? During the brief respite in Canada from full-on lockdown this summer, my family made a calculated (very masked, very recently Covid-19-tested) risk and retreated into the mountains. We have been to Banff and Lake Louise on multiple occasions, but this was our first time in Jasper. The extra three hour drive always seemed extreme, especially with small children. The drive across glaciers and through the mountains itself is a thing of beauty. Not to be catty, but Jasper made Banff look kind of ugly. It's peaceful, pure and so stunning it's hard to explain in words. If you have the opportunity, visit this unparalleled national park.

Like many of the falls in the area, you will find a breathtaking view if you just go a little bit…read morefurther than the average tourist. Do yourself a favor and hike to the lower falls! A little bit farther and a little bit more of a work out, the lower falls offer a crowd-free experience. My husband and I visited shortly after visiting Athabasca falls and pretty much had the entire place to ourselves. It was an overcast day, but that did not take away from the beauty of everything we saw. There is plenty of parking as well as a public restroom when you get to Sunwapta Falls.

The falls are located about 42 miles south of Jasper on the Icefields Parkway. At the road is a…read more'resort' / motel and a restaurant, I think. You turn there and go less than a half mile to a loop / parking area near the falls. When we went (early afternoon on a Monday in the summer), it was a bit challenging to find a parking space. Overflow appeared to be along the approach road. We did find a space that was being vacated by another car, but later it appeared this was likely a less-than-legitimate parking space. Oh well. The falls are quite close to the parking area (maybe 100 yards?). There are actually two falls connected by a narrow / deep canyon of about 100 feet in length. There are several viewing areas and it pays to visit all 3 - 4 of them, to get the best overview of both falls. I'd recommend visiting in the afternoon for better lighting. Also, if you are visiting both, I'd recommend coming here *before* going to Athabasca Falls (which is further along the road towards Jasper), as the latter is more impressive. That is not to say that Sunwapta is not worthwhile; I just think you'll be more impressed with it if you see it first and are not comparing it at the time with Athabasca. The trails to overlooks are fairly short. Seeing the whole place took on the order of 30 - 45 minutes, for us. YMMV. Definitely a worthwhile stop, though.

I'm not sure why I had this Lake Annette on my To-Do List while visiting Jasper National Park? I…read morenever really connected with it. From my point of view...there's nothing to see. I guess maybe if you're a local of the area...it's a fine place to come and hang out. But, I would say for tourists (which Jasper receives plenty of especially during summer times) who are interested in exploring the Canadian Rockies...I would suggest you skip Lake Annette. And coinciding with Lake Annette within one park is Lake Edith as well. Tourist-wise, it pales in comparison to the rest of the sights and surroundings near Jasper and the world famous Icefields Parkway. If you decide to come and spend time here, I'd just temper expectations. I found the lake to be not so colorful and there were barely visible snowcapped mountains set in the distance. Though, this lake could be good for a picnic and hanging around outside appreciating the fresh air...that's for sure. For myself who had just journeyed from Banff all the way north to Jasper...I'd stopped on by for a few moments, took a few pictures, and then went on my way towards the next attraction. I'm not sure why I had Lake Annette (and Lake Edith for that matter) as a place I'd find worthwhile. I believe just, during my research about how to best and efficiently enjoy Jasper, these lakes were mentioned. In the end...it's no big deal. At least I got to see what Lake Annette is about so I have no regrets. And Lake Annette is situated about 10 - 15 kilometers outside of downtown Jasper so I barely had to drive here. Finally, for tourists who have traveled a long ways to arrive in Jasper, I'd suggest skipping Lake Annette. For those folks who live in the area...Lake Annette is a fine spot to come and leisurely enjoy nature.

This lake is where the locals go to chill. It's so quiet and peaceful. Popular for walking dogs and…read morehanging out with friends and a cold beverage. It's next door to the preserve so you'll likely see fauna in the area. We were lucky to spot a pack of elk grazing on some salad for the day. You also have lovely 360 views of all the peaks in the area. The peaks are partly covered by trees but it's still a beautiful sight to see. The water is still and serene. We loved this lake for a relaxing break in the day.