Jasper the Bear’s Scavenger Hunt

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Are you ready to discover the town of Jasper? On this scavenger hunt, you’ll find hidden spots, fantastic views, and even meet our local mascot Jasper the Bear. Have fun, learn our history, and navigate the streets like a local. Once you find a location, push “Found it” before moving on to the next spot!

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Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

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Eat indoors or out, go upscale or casual, and enjoy memorable meals with friends and family. Celebrate, refuel, and toast on the resort. Sample everything from made-to-order sushi, fresh fish, and prime chophouse cuts to burgers, sandwiches, and salads at our beautiful dining venues, all with delectable seasonal menus and stunning Rocky Mountain views.

Future Learning Reconciliation Installation

Imagine this: in the space before you is a beautiful exhibit in an open park. There's walkways, furniture, lighting, artwork and a bronze sculpture, all dedicated to creating a space for Indigenous Partners to communicate their connection to the area with park visitors. The exhibit is expected to open in the Fall of 2022.

Heritage Fire Hall

Can you imagine fire trucks racing out of those big doors to hose down flames? Until 2003, this building was the original fire station for Jasper. It is still a great example of an older architectural style. If you look on the side of the building, you can see the mural painted by bb iskwew. She is a Cree-Metis artist originally from Slave Lake, AB in Treaty territory.

Heritage Train Station

Choo choo! All aboard! Before it was known as a tourism hotspot, Jasper got its start as a railway town. This building was built in 1925 and was one of the largest and finest in Canada! It welcomed visitors to Jasper when they arrived by train and brought food and goods for the people who lived here.

Jasper Community Garden

Your parents were right—vegetables are an important part of being healthy. In this cute little garden spot, you can see how some local Jasperites grow fresh veggies and fruit! The fence helps protect the crops from curious animals. How do you get your vegetables where you live?

Jasper Information Centre

Welcome to one of the most historic buildings in town! This cozy looking structure was built in 1913 and was originally the home for the first superintendent of Jasper National Park, Lt. Colonel Maynard Rogers. It has also been a fish hatchery, a library, and a museum through the years. Now, it is the perfect place to stop and learn more about Jasper! Make sure you stop in to grab the Explorers Booklet

Jasper Library and Cultural Centre

Walk down Elm Avenue to see this charming 1926 building that was Jasper’s original RCMP station. After 49 years, the jail cells were removed, and books filled the shelves. After major renovations in 2016, you can still see some of the original structure while enjoying stories, art and culture in a calming and beautiful atmosphere

Lake Annette

Situated across the Athabasca River from town, this lake is a favourite of locals and visitors alike. Dig your toes into the sand or hit the lake for a paddle after a day in the mountains. The day-use area offers picnic tables, fire rings with grills, a playground, and a field perfect for throwing a Frisbee or flying a kite. A wheelchair and stroller-friendly paved interpretive trail loops around the shores

Meet Jasper the Bear!

This outgoing, friendly, and adventurous bear has been in the hearts and minds of children and adults alike in the community of Jasper and around the world since 1948. Jasper loves having his picture taken, but doesn’t like being climbed on; be respectful of our lovable buddy!

Mural Art by Five Eight

Arly (known as Five Eight) is a highly skilled spray paint muralist. He painted this piece for the UpLift! Mural Festival in his iconic photo-realistic style. He specializes in images that appear to be digitally 'distorted'—creating a visually stunning effect that lights up this corner of Jasper.

Mural Art by FLUKE

Fluke is an internationally renowned street artist from Montreal. His piece for the UpLift! Mural Festival is inspired by the human and natural elements that make up Jasper. See how his trademark 'ribbons' wrap around wildlife found in the park and an iconic train image that appears to be 'coming around the mountain.’

Mural Art by Kalum Teke Dan

You’ll need to look up to spy this artwork! Kalum is a Blackfoot artist from the Blood Tribe. He stands out from the rest of the artists as his piece is purely created through brushstrokes. Kalum's piece for UpLift! showcases an eagle, a strong symbol in all Indigenous cultures and is a tribute to his Blackfoot name, Eagle Speaker

Mural Art by Ola Volo

If you look across the street while at the library, you can see this mural!

Old Fort Point

The climb up this hill is relatively short, but very steep. But your huffing and puffing will be well worth it when you get to the top and are rewarded with panoramic views across the Athabasca Valley and surrounding mountain ranges. Or, climb up the stairs part of the way to read a plaque about the Athabasca River. Keep your eyes open for Big Horn Sheep that might be on the trail!

Patricia Lake

Patricia Lake is a beautiful natural attraction, set in an aspen forest next to Pyramid Lake. But under its calm surface lays a secret. This was the site for Project Habbakuk: a wartime project to use ice-based composite material to construct an unsinkable aircraft carrier during World War II. Divers can even go down and explore its remains!

Pyramid Island

This is one of the most photographed places in Jasper National Park, and you can probably see why! A short walk across a bridge takes you to some beautiful lake views or, if it’s nighttime, the perfect place to gaze at the starry sky

Rock Garden Exhibit

The town of Jasper may be relatively new, but the geology of this place couldn’t be more ancient. At this display and garden, you’ll learn about the different eras that produced Jasper’s legendary mountains, and how different forces of nature have shaped the landscape over millions of years.

The Oldest Hotel in Town

It's hard to miss the Athabasca Hotel. This 3-story stone building is located right in downtown Jasper. Decades ago, it was regularly visited by Bing Crosby and Marilyn Monroe. In the mid-1930's, these superior accommodations would cost guests $1.50 to $2.50 per day!

The Steam-Powered Engine

Let off a little steam at this historic train car. Locomotive 6015 symbolizes the end of an era; it was used in fast freight and passenger services. There’s even a beer that’s brewed in town named after it!

Two Brother’s Totem Pole

This cultural icon tells the story of an unusual connection between the west coast islands of Haida Gwaii and the Rocky Mountains. Can you see what animals are carved in it?