History
What year was Jasper National Park established?
1907
How many Bighorn Sheep live in Jasper?
Around 3,000
What is the highest peak in Jasper National Park?
Mount Columbia
What is the maximum group size for camping at Whirlpool Group Campsite?
50
What is Parks Canada's mission regarding conservation?
To protect and preserve natural and cultural heritage for future generations.
What year was Canada's most severe wildfire season and how many hectares burned across the country?
2023 and over 18.5 Million
Name one of the endangered species in the park.
Athabasca Rainbow Trout, Black Swift, Northern Myotis Bat, Little Brown Myotis Bat.
Name one of the major rivers that flows through Jasper National Park.
The Athabasca River or the Sunwapta River
How much does it cost for one adult to visit the Miette Hotsprings?
$17.50
What are some of the threats to the ecosystem in Jasper National Park?
Climate change, habitat fragmentation, and invasive species.
Which indigenous peoples have a long history of living in the Jasper area?
Anishinabe, Aseniwuche Winewak, Dene-zaa, Nêhiyawak, Secwépemc, Stoney Nakoda, and Métis
Which animal was the target of extermination programs in national parks during the first half of the 20th century?
Wolves
Which lake in Jasper is known to disappear?
Medicine
How many Red Chair locations do we have in Jasper National Park?
Seven: Cottonwood Slough, Maligne Lake, Mt Christie Viewpoint, Old Fort Point, Pyramid Overlook, Valley of the Five Lakes, Wilcox Pass.
How does Parks Canada manage human-wildlife interactions in the park?
Through education, regulations, and wildlife corridors.
What is the original name given to our National Park and the original name of the townsite we live in?
Jasper Forest Park and Fitzhugh
How many species of mammals call Jasper National Park home?
53 species
Which mountain is the hydrological apex of Canada?
The Snow Dome feeds the Pacific, Arctic and Atlantic Oceans.
How many backcountry campgrounds do we have in the park?
90
How many Whitebark Pine saplings were planted in the park in 2023?
5,300
Of the campgrounds that we know today, which is the first frontcountry campground to be built and in what decade?
Wapiti Campground was built in the 1930's followed by Whistlers and Miette in the 1940's
When did the Jasper Grizzly Bear get off the Endangered Species List and change its status to "Special Concern"?
2018
What is the name of the river that flows out of the Athabasca Glacier?
The Sunwapta River.
How many kilometers of trails are in Jasper National Park?
1,070
How does climate change impact Jasper National Park and what measures are being taken to address it?
Climate change affects glaciers, wildlife habitats, and weather patterns; measures include carbon reduction initiatives and monitoring programs.