The perfect two-day Jasper itinerary, according to Estelle Blanchette

Like many outdoor enthusiasts, Estelle Blanchette cares about food. It’s fuel on long hikes, warmth on cold days, and joy shared with campmates. In the fifth episode of Venture Beyond: The Series, this culinary innovator tells her story.

Take a page out of Estelle's cookbook with this guide to an active, delicious two days in Jasper.

Day 1

Morning - Rock Climbing with Rockaboo

When she's not cooking, there's a decent chance that you'll find Estelle scaling a steep rock face. Find your own cliff to climb with the excellent (and beginner-friendly!) guidedrock-climbing experiences at Rockaboo Mountain Adventures.

Jasper Rock Climbing

Experience rock climbing with ACMG guides and instructors, trained by the highest guiding standard in Canada. No experience necessary.

food tour - Credit: Jasper Pride Society

Afternoon - Downtown Foodie Tour

Eat, drink and be merry on the Downtown Foodie Tour from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The tour visits four different restaurants in Jasper, with surprise dishes at each. Local insight and storytelling is included along the way!

Downtown Foodie Tour

Walk in historical downtown Jasper while discovering four local restaurants and enjoy four plates paired with an alcoholic beverage.

Evening - Fireside Chat

Finish your first day with a unique Fireside Chat by the talented Indigenous Knowledge Keeper Matricia Bauer. Through her company Warrior Women, she delivers stunning performances with singing, drumming, storytelling, and interactive discussion.

Fireside Chat

Come have a fire side chat, listen to drumming and singing and learn the legends through the eyes of the Cree

Day 2

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Morning - Maligne Canyon (and more)

Grab a tasty breakfast at Wicked Cup. Rent some e-bikes with SunDog Tour Co. and bike to Maligne Canyon to check out bridges 1 & 2 on this geological marvel before carrying on to Lake Edith and Lake Annette. Before pedaling back to town, stop at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge for lunch and a cocktail over Lac Beauvert.

Maligne Canyon Half Day Hike

A Wonder of Jasper that puts a smile on everyone’s face and restores the nature lover’s soul.

Afternoon - Sightseeing Mount Edith Cavell and Athabasca Falls

Drive to Mount Edith Cavell (note: the steep, winding road that leads to the trailhead closes for the winter on October 15) to hike the Path of the Glacier, then descend back down to the Icefields Parkway to check out Athabasca Falls before returning to town.

Mount Edith Cavell Adventure

Enjoy spectacular views of Mt. Edith Cavell and the Angel Glacier with Paula, a passionate lifetime resident of Jasper.

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Evening - Pyramid Lake Canoe

Finish your getaway by renting a canoe at the scenic Pyramid Lake. Estelle likes to pack some firewood, a cooler of full goodies, some nice drinks and a fishing rod and paddle out for an evening of food and fun while catching the sunset over Mount Pyramid.

Family Private Canoe Adventure

The guided Pyramid Lake Canoe Adventure is an excellent way to start or finish your day in Jasper National Park.

2023 Visitor's Guide

The perfect two-day Jasper itinerary, according to Estelle Blanchette