Your guide to Getting Married in Jasper National Park, Alberta 

Here are some things you should know off the hop about getting married in the park:

-You need to have a Jasper Park pass to visit the park, so make you sure you have this purchased and displayed In your vehicle for your whole stay. This can be bought when you are entering the park at the gates. 

-Your photographer and videographers are required to have a valid Business License to work in the park, so make sure you ask them in advance if this is something they have before bringing them into Jasper to avoid any fines. Oh and just in case you were wondering, yes I DO have my Jasper Business License and I am ready to come to Jasper with you ANYTIME! 

-Be sure to bring clothes for any type of weather, I’ve seen it snow in June!!! Mountain weather can be wild, be ready to roll with it! My best piece of advice, is to not stress about the weather. Even the cloudiest days can produce a beautiful sunset in the mountains, and the wild weather creates the opportunity for beautiful photos.

-To travel and experience the park fully, you will most likely need to drive to get to your locations, so bringing a vehicle is key. 

-Leave yourself some downtime to enjoy your stay. There are SO many things to see in Jasper, so don’t forget to leave room to explore too!

Popular Locations for your Jasper Elopement:

If we’re going to be technical, you can really get married whenever your heart decides to within the park limits, so choosing your location can feel daunting, but I’m here to help! If you are planning an elopement, the spot you choose can really be anywhere, versus if you need space to hold guests! I will break it all down below for you! 

Locations for larger Wedding Ceremonies: 

-Pyramid Lake Island/Lodge

https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/jasper/visit/lieuxlouer-rentalvenues/pyramid

-Athabasca Day Use Area

https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/jasper/visit/lieuxlouer-rentalvenues/athabasca

-Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge 

https://www.fairmont.com/jasper/weddings

Locations for Elopements:

-ANYWHERE! Hike or stop anywhere that you love.

-Pyramid Lake

-Medicine Lake

-Peyto Lake

-Edith Cavell or Cavell Pond

-Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

-Edna’s Knoll

-Jasper Lake

-Old Fort Point

-Jasper Sky Tram

-On top of any mountain, hehe

-Maligne Lake

-Horseshoe Lake

-Honeymoon Lake

Spots to enjoy a Romantic Dinner after your wedding: 

I love a great dinner and what better way to wind down after your elopement, than enjoying a savoury meal together afterwards, and maybe a drink or two! These spots will help you do just that:

Aalto:

https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/dining/aalto

Terra: 

https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/dining/terra

Maligne Canyon Wilderness Kitchen:

https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/dining/maligne-canyon-wilderness-kitchen

Orso Trattoria:

https://www.fairmont.com/jasper/dining/orso-trattoria

The Raven Bistro:

https://theravenbistro.com

Olive Bistro and Lounge:

http://olivebistro.ca

Beckers Gourmet Restaurant:

https://beckerschalets.com/fine-dining

And for the more casual, a personal favourite of mine that I have to throw in here is a local pizza spot that hits the spot everytime! Take your pizza to go and enjoy your dinner wherever your mountain soul brings you to!

https://www.jasperpizza.ca

Where to stay in Jasper:

Jasper is full of mountain town hotels, as well as airbnbs and of course if you really want the mountain experience, there is also camping options! Here are some of my favourite spots to be sure to check out! A quick google search for Jasper Hotels and Accommodations will also lead you to many other great spots.

-Whistlers Inn: 

https://www.whistlersinn.com

This hotel is a lovely spot to stay if you don’t want to splurge on accommodation and still have a great experience! Located right downtown, you get the opportunity to explore the streets of Jasper like a local and check out all of the shops. It is also very close to all of the great restaurants so will be sure to not go hungry! There is a bar/restaurant attached to the hotel. The BEST part of this hotel, and my personal favourite is the rooftop hot tub. There are two tubs to soak in, with a stunning view of the town and mountains to enjoy. My favourite way to enjoy this spot is in the morning while the sun rises over the mountains!

-Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge:

https://www.fairmont.com/jasper

Stay here to experience Jasper National Park in all of its luxury. Just a few things this resort has to offer are a spa, golf course, restaurants, outdoor heated pool, car rentals, and so much more. The whole property is a nod to Canadian Heritage and styled to show off the Canadian mountain buildings. Stay in one of the chalet styled guest rooms, suites, or cabins. They are pet friendly, so your furry family member doesn’t have to miss out on your special day either! The resort is a short drive into the town of Jasper, and close to many of the iconic sights of Jasper. They also have several different options of hosting your entire wedding at the resort itself, with many different location options for your wedding size needs. 

Wedding Information: https://www.fairmont.com/jasper/weddings/

-Pyramid Lake Lodge:

https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/hotels/pyramid-lake-lodge

This spot is just on the outskirts of the Jasper Townsite, is open year round, and also can host your wedding reception/ceremony. With a restaurant, activities all year round, hot tub, and hiking close by, you will not have a bad stay here! 

-Glacier View Lodge:

https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/hotels/glacier-view-lodge

This is probablt the most unique place to stay in Jasper National Park, stunning architecture and views make this hotel a beautiful place to get married. A great spot to start your adventurous elopement day in Jasper or Banff National Park.

More Stays I LOVE:

-The Crimson

https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/hotels/the-crimson

-Forest Park Hotel

https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/hotels/forest-park-hotel

-Chateau Jasper

https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/hotels/chateau-jasper

-Miette Mountain Cabins

https://www.banffjaspercollection.com/hotels/miette-mountain-cabins

-Alpine Village 

https://alpinevillagejasper.com

-Patricia Lake Bungalows

https://www.patricialakebungalows.com

-Tekarra Lodge

https://www.jasper.travel/accommodations/tekarra-lodge

-Pine Bungalows:

https://www.jasper.travel/directory/pine-bungalows

AIRBNB’s in Jasper:

https://www.airbnb.ca/s/Jasper–Alberta–Canada/homes?tab_id=home_tab&refinement_paths%5B%5D=%2Fhomes&flexible_trip_lengths%5B%5D=one_week&monthly_start_date=2024-02-01&monthly_length=3&price_filter_input_type=0&channel=EXPLORE&query=Jasper%2C%20AB&place_id=ChIJKT5VaAgrg1MRgigZC70CIB8&date_picker_type=flexible_dates&flexible_trip_dates%5B%5D=june&source=structured_search_input_header&search_type=autocomplete_click

Things to do:

Let me first say you don’t have to do anything at all on your Elopement day other than enjoy time with each other, BUT if you are wanting to do something fun or just enjoy a cool experience together, here are some ideas to think about!

-enjoy a picnic by the river, snag a day use spot with a firepit and get cozy

-book a helicopter tour to view the rockies from the air (and get some seriously EPIC photos from me!)

-plan a short hike together to see a new perspective of the mountains.

-rent a canoe and paddle in one of the many emerald lakes (don’t forget to bring me along for the sweetest romantic paddling photos hehe)

-if your elopement is in the winter, take a sleigh ride with the Clydesdale horses at Pyramid Lake!

-Grab a ticket for the Jasper Skytram and ride to the top of the mountain together.

I hope this information dump about all things wedding and elopements in Jasper National Park helps you plan your DREAM wedding in one of the most beautiful spots in Canada. And I might be biased, but if your looking for a photographer I know a gal… PLEASE BRING ME!!

HAPPY WEDDING PLANNING!