Jasper SkyTram: Ride to Whistlers Summit in the Canadian Rockies
Adventure Brief
Ride Canada’s longest and highest guided aerial tramway to alpine views atop Whistlers Mountain. Short hikes, quick wildlife sightings and sweeping glacial scenery make this an accessible high-country experience.
You step into the tram cabin and the valley unfurls beneath you — a clean sweep of spruce and granite, the Athabasca River threading silver through the lowlands. The Jasper SkyTram climbs steadily, windows framing ridgelines and the first patches of alpine tundra, until the upper station drops you into a high, wind-shaped world where the air is thinner and the views are unapologetically vast.
Key Highlights
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness recommended—able to manage a steep 1.4 km uphill walk at altitude.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Elk
- Mountain goat
History
The tram was established mid-20th century to open alpine access in Jasper National Park; the area sits within a UNESCO Canadian Rockies World Heritage Site.
Conservation
The SkyTram operates inside Jasper National Park—stay on marked trails, pack out waste, and respect wildlife viewing distances to reduce impact.
About This Adventure
Ride Canada’s longest and highest guided aerial tramway to alpine views atop Whistlers Mountain. Short hikes, quick wildlife sightings and sweeping glacial scenery make this an accessible high-country experience.
Jasper SkyTram
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Adventure Tips
Layer for alpine weather
Temperatures drop quickly at the top—bring a windproof outer layer even on warm valley days.
Wear sturdy footwear
The 1.4 km Whistlers Summit Trail is short but steep and can be rocky or icy in early season.
Give wildlife space
Elk, mountain goats and marmots are common; use binoculars and don’t approach animals.
Visit early or late
Tram and summit see peak traffic midday—early morning or late afternoon offer quieter trails and better light.
Recommended Gear
Windproof jacket
Blocks cold gusts at the upper station where conditions change quickly.
spring
Sturdy hiking shoes
Provides traction on rocky, uneven trail and in early-season snow patches.
summer
Water bottle (1L+)
Short hike but dry air and elevation make hydration important.
summer
Binoculars or zoom lens
Helps spot distant peaks, glaciers and wildlife without disturbing them.
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