Stargazer's Lakeside Dinner at Pyramid Lake Lodge, Jasper
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical activity required, suitable for most fitness levels including families and seniors.
Overview
Enjoy a gourmet lakeside dinner followed by an interactive stargazing experience at Pyramid Lake Lodge in Jasper. Discover celestial wonders and hands-on astronomy activities under the Rocky Mountain sky.
Stargazer's Lakeside Dinner (Pyramid Lake Lodge)
2.5 Hours • All ages
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About This Adventure
Indulge in a unique 2.5-hour experience that begins with a delectable 3-course dinner at Pyramid Lake Lodge, followed by an interactive stargazing adventure. Explore powerful telescopes, capture stunning celestial images, and engage in hands-on activities like making an aurora and holding a meteorite, all under the enchanting Rocky Mountain sky.
A feast for your senses!
Duration
2.5 hours
About
Before heading outside to the telescopes under beautifully dark skies, enjoy a delicious 3-course Stargazers Lakeside Dinner at Pyramid Lake Lodge’s Aalto restaurant, overlooking our telescope observing location on Pyramid Lake.
You'll also have the opportunity for a variety of hands-on experiences and activities, to enhance your tour. Things like:
- an interactive guided tour of the largest, most powerful telescopes in the Rockies and how they work
- a 4K 'instant-replay' of the latest screen-captures from recent live views through our telescopes in Jasper
- a look at how to photograph the Northern Lights and Milky Way with your DSLR camera (upon-request)
- hands-on experiences: make an aurora, hold a meteorite!
- Also, if the skies are clear enough, we will offer LIVE guided views through our telescopes* next to the planetarium.
As this is an outdoor event, please dress for evening Rocky Mountain weather (i.e. warmly!)
This does not include the Planetarium program.
Adult tickets will be given the Adult menu at Aalto and Youth tickets will be given the children's menu.
NOTE: the Telescope Experience is a learning opportunity with many non-weather-dependent aspects AND weather permitting views of the sky. While we do not need the sky to be completely clear to use our telescopes we CAN NOT guarantee clear skies. We DO NOT provide refunds if the skies are too cloudy BUT this tour includes a 2-year “rain check” to re-book for another date. (No action is required to activate this rain-check. It is automatically included in your tour)
Adventure Tips
Dress Warmly for Evening Chills
Temperatures near Pyramid Lake drop quickly after sunset, so bring layered clothing to stay comfortable during stargazing.
Bring a Camera with Manual Settings
Capture stunning night sky images by using a camera capable of long exposure shots for the best results.
Arrive Early to Enjoy the Lakeside Atmosphere
Arriving 15 minutes before the dinner allows you to explore the quiet lakeshore and snap scenic photos in daylight.
Charge Your Devices
Ensure your phone or camera batteries are fully charged as there are limited charging options at Pyramid Lake Lodge.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Elk commonly graze near the lodge during dusk
- Occasional sightings of owls and bats during evening hours
History
Pyramid Lake Lodge has been a gathering place for travelers and nature lovers since the early 20th century, representing Jasper's long-standing connection to outdoor hospitality.
Conservation
Jasper Planetarium actively promotes dark sky preservation to minimize light pollution, supporting local wildlife and enhancing night sky visibility.
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Recommended Gear
Warm Layered Clothing
Keeps you comfortable during chilly lakeside evenings.
fall specific
Tripod for Photography
Vital for steady, long-exposure shots of the night sky.
Headlamp with Red Light Mode
Provides hands-free illumination without affecting night vision.
Insect Repellent
Helpful for keeping bugs away during warm months.
summer specific