Grizzly bear in Jasper National Park

JASPER, ALBERTA—Canada—Established in 1907, Jasper National Park is one of Canada’s oldest and largest mountain parks. And with the wide range of habitats found here, it is also home to a diverse collection of animals. Sixty-nine different species live within the park, including grizzly and black bears, elk, moose, big horn sheep, wolves, mountain lions, and even lynx. Planning a vacation to Jasper National Park to see wildlife? Visit early spring (April-May) or fall (September-October) to increase your odds of a sighting.

There are plenty of opportunities to see wildlife in Jasper, Alberta. Go hiking, visit the Maligne Valley or take a mellow rafting trip down the Athabasca River with Jasper Vacations. You can even spy wildlife while golfing the Canadian Rockies.

Check out the videos below for more information on the wildlife found in Jasper National Park and the Canadian Rockies.