Multisport Outfitters
Alpine Club of Canada. Reservations for backcountry huts can be made through the club. 403/678–3200; www.alpineclubofcanada.ca.
Alternative Adventures. This outfitter operates out of a camping resort 10 km (6.2 miles) west of Hinton on Highway 16, about a 35-minute drive from Jasper. Zip-lining, eco-adventures, and hang-gliding, paragliding, and power-kiting instruction are on offer. Hwy. 16, 10 km (6.2 miles) east of east Jasper National Park Gate, Alberta. 780/817–9696; www.alternativeadventures.ca. From C$62.50.
Boat House. You can rent a kayak, paddle boat, canoe, or other equipment here. Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Hwy. 16, Jasper National Park, Alberta. 780/852–3301; www.fairmont.com/jasper. From C$25.
Canadian Skyline Adventures. Hire an experienced guide to take you to the most scenic places in Jasper National Park, including the world-famous Skyline Trail. Guides can also take you on an epic backcountry hiking trip. Jasper, Alberta, T0E 0E0. 780/820–0772; www.canadianskylineadventures.com. From C$55.
Gravity Gear. Gear for ice climbing, backcountry skiing, and mountaineering can be rented or purchased at this company whose staffers can also refer certified guides for these activities. 618 Patricia St., Jasper National Park, Alberta. 780/852–3155; 888/852–3155; www.gravitygearjasper.com. From C$125.
Jasper Adventure Centre. Guided hikes, ice walks on the Athabasca Glacier, tours of the Icefields Parkway, and train excursions are among the adventures this outfitter organizes. 611 Patricia St., Jasper National Park, Alberta, T0E 1E0. 780/852–5595; 800/565–7547; www.jasperadventurecentre.com. From C$65.
Jasper Dive Adventures. During World War II, a top-secret British mission known as Project Habbakuk took place in Jasper National Park. The goal was to produce an unsinkable aircraft carrier from pykrete, a mixture of wood pulp and ice. When the project was canceled, the unfinished ship was sunk in Patricia Lake. This company offers guided diving tours of the remains. It also rents equipment and conducts scuba certification courses. Jasper, Alberta, T0E 1E0. 780/852–3560; www.jasperdiveadventures.com. From C$75.
Jasper Motorcycle Tours. Experience the Canadian Rockies in comfort on a thrilling chauffeured motorcycle tour. A professional driver can carry up to two guests per sidecar-style motorcycle. Rentals of Harley Davidson Heritage Classic and Harley Fatboy motorcycles are also available to licensed drivers. 610 Patricia St., Jasper, Alberta, T0E 0E0. 780/931–6100; www.jaspermotorcycletours.com. From C$99.
Jasper Source for Sports. Here you can rent bikes, fishing and camping supplies, and ski and snowboard equipment. 406 Patricia St., Jasper National Park, Alberta, T0E 1E0. 780/852–3654; www.jaspersports.com.
Pyramid Lake Boat House. Canoes, rowboats, kayaks, paddleboats, and electric boats are available from this company that also sells fishing licenses and has rod and reel rentals. Pyramid Lake Resort, Pyramid Lake Rd., 5 km (3 miles) north of Jasper Townsite, Jasper National Park, Alberta, T0E 1E0. 780/852–4900; 888/717–1277; www.mpljasper.com. From C$25.
Totem Ski Shop. Come here for summer and winter sports equipment and clothing. 408 Connaught Dr., Jasper National Park, Alberta, T0E 1E0. 780/852–3078; www.totemskishop.com.
