Town of Jasper

Homebase for Park Visitors

Description

Although Jasper was only incorporated as a town in 2002, it's been around for a long time as a town site, dating back to 1911 when the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway established a construction camp nearby. The settlement really took hold when the northern line was complete, with the first tourist accommodations springing up on the shores of Lac Beauvert, the site of the present-day Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Situated in the middle of Jasper National Park, the town site has since been a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a home base while they explore the great outdoors. Indeed, the park is the town's primary source of revenue; over half of the population works in the hospitality industry. With hotels, restaurants, grocery stores, outfitters, and guide services, the town probably has what you're looking for, whether it's five-star relaxation or supplies for a 10-day backcountry trek.