Athabasca River
Backcountry camping
Jasper National Park
Jasper National Park is open. Please check for up to date information on areas impacted by the 2024 Jasper Wildfire.
Free admission and discounted overnight stays
The Canada Strong Pass is back! Enjoy free admission and 25% off camping and overnight stays with Parks Canada from June 19 to September 7, 2026.
The Parks Canada Reservation Service will launch for backcountry camping bookings on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 8 am MT.
- Tonquin Valley: Access via Portal trailhead only. Cavell Road and Astoria trailhead remain closed for the 2026 season.
- Skyline: Access via Maligne Lake and Signal trailheads. Access via Wabasso trailhead remains closed until further notice.
Two ways to reserve
Many of Jasper National Park's 1000 km of trails were established by early people, on foot and horseback, including Indigenous Peoples, fur traders, explorers and adventurers. This section of the Jasper National Park website is designed to give an orientation to Jasper’s backcountry trails and will help you start planning a trip that is exciting and safe with a low environmental impact.
The park offers something for everyone, from easy, one-night escapes to 10-day adventures. Camping is permitted in designated areas only with a valid national park camping permit and a national park entry pass.
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