Move through Jasper’s winter silence on a guided snowshoe tour that crosses frozen lakes, evergreen forests, and open meadows. Guides supply snowshoes and boots while sharing geology, wildlife tracks, and stories that bring the park’s cold landscape alive.
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The first crunch of snow underfoot arrives before the explanation—an honest, audible punctuation to a morning that smells of pine and cold metal. Your guide tightens the straps on your snowshoes, breath fogging in the thin mountain air, and points to a line of tracks fading into a stand of spruce. For the next three to four hours you follow that line: over frozen lake ice that dares you to admire its glassy skin up close, through evergreen corridors that muff le the world, and across meadows where wind-sculpted drifts catch the low winter light.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people in regular, moderate fitness; you should be comfortable walking on uneven snow for up to a few hours.
Wildlife
History
Jasper National Park—created in the early 20th century along the railway corridor—sits on ancestral lands used by Cree and Stoney (Nakoda) peoples for travel and subsistence.
Conservation
Winter routes concentrate human use to reduce disturbance to wildlife; stick to guided trails, pack out waste, and avoid approaching animals to minimize stress.
Reserve your spot on the Secrets of Jasper Snowshoe Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers
Wear a moisture-wicking base, insulating midlayer, and a breathable windproof shell to manage changing exertion and weather.
Protect eyes and skin
Bring sunglasses and sunscreen—the glare off snow is intense even on overcast days.
Hydrate and snack
Carry a thermos or insulated water bottle and compact, high-energy snacks; cold suppresses thirst but not calorie burn.
Respect wildlife
Keep a safe distance from elk or bighorn sheep and never approach tracks—this minimizes stress on wintering animals.
Insulated, waterproof winter boots
Keeps feet dry and warm while using provided snowshoes.
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Layered clothing system (base, mid, shell)
Allows you to regulate temperature during periods of activity and rest.
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Sunglasses or glacier goggles
Protects eyes from glare off snow and improves visibility on bright days.
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Small daypack with thermos and snacks
Carries water, snacks, spare gloves, and any personal items.
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