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Jasper SkyTram

Cable cars & funiculars ·Jasper ·Closed
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Jasper SkyTram is Canada's longest and highest aerial tramway, climbing Whistlers Mountain 7 km south of Jasper town in Jasper National Park.

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Opening hours

Today10:00 – 18:00Show all
Monday10:00 – 18:00
Tuesday10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday10:00 – 18:00
Thursday10:00 – 18:00
Friday10:00 – 18:00
Saturday10:00 – 18:00
Sunday10:00 – 18:00

Shorts

Why go

  • The seven-minute ride up 948 metres in one of two cabins carrying more than 20 guests each
  • The 1.4 km summit trail from the Upper Station to 2,463 metres, with 360-degree views
  • Mount Robson, visible to the west from the top on clear days
  • The Three-Valley Confluence, where the Athabasca, Miette and Maligne Valleys meet
  • The Summit Café on the second floor of the Upper Station, serving coffee, cocktails and desserts

What you see

  • The townsite of Jasper, seen from the boardwalk at the Upper Station.
  • The alpine terrain at 2,263 metres, explained by interpretive panels at the top.
  • Hoary marmots, white-tailed ptarmigans, pikas and sometimes bighorn sheep.

Season and conditions

  • The tram operates in spring, summer and fall.
  • Opening day usually falls around mid-March, when snow still lies in the high alpine.
  • Snowshoe rentals are offered at the Upper Station until around May.
  • Snowshoeing on the summit trail can be booked between April and May, weather permitting.
  • Mountain weather often changes quickly and is hard to predict.
  • The Upper Station runs about 12 degrees C cooler than the town below.
  • Select fall weekends bring Sun to Stars stargazing at the Upper Station with the Jasper Planetarium.

Best time to visit

  • Peak season runs from June through August, and online booking is advised then.
  • Open every day from 10:00 to 18:00.
  • Cabins leave both the Upper Station and the Lower Station every nine minutes.
  • Same-day tickets are often sold at the Lower Station.
  • Large groups are advised to book in advance to secure availability.
  • Hoary marmots are commonly seen from June to August.
  • Alpine flowers bloom near the Upper Station for short periods in summer.
  • Sun to Stars stargazing takes place on select fall weekends.

History

William McGregor, an Albertan adventurer, climbed Whistlers Mountain in 1960 and began developing an aerial tramway up it. John Ogilvy did the engineering. Improvements to the stations, cars and systems were made over the years. In 2016 it was a stop on The Amazing Race Canada, a first for the tram.

  1. 1960William McGregor climbs Whistlers Mountain and starts developing the tram.
  2. 1963Construction of the tram begins.
  3. 1964The tram opens, built by William McGregor and Norm Gustavson.
  4. 1977Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau visits the tram with his three sons.
  5. 2016The tram is a stop on The Amazing Race Canada, with contestants dangling below a tram car.

How to get there

  • 10 minCarDrive 7 km south of Jasper town, off the Icefields Parkway on Whistlers Road. Free parking, with room for RVs and buses.
  • 7 minCable carBoard at the Lower Station at your booked Flight Time. The ride to the Upper Station takes about seven minutes.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access The tram is wheelchair accessible, with some exceptions.
  • Parking Free parking, and a large lot with designated stalls for tour buses and RVs.

Sources: Jasper Skytram - Wikipedia · What to Know About the Jasper SkyTram · Jasper SkyTram | Canada's Alberta · Jasper SkyTram | FAQs · checked 25 Oct 2026

Where
1 Whistlers Mountain Rd, Jasper

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Questions and answers

How long does a visit to Jasper SkyTram take?

The ride from the Lower Station to the Upper Station takes about seven minutes. Staff suggest allowing about 90 minutes between your Flight Up and Return Flight.

How do I get to Jasper SkyTram from Jasper town?

The tram stands 7 km south of Jasper town, off the Icefields Parkway on Whistlers Road, about 10 minutes by car. The SunDog shuttle also runs from town to the tram.

Is parking free at Jasper SkyTram?

Yes, free parking is available. The large lot takes vehicles of all sizes, including RVs and buses, and has designated stalls for tour buses and RVs.

Do I need to book Jasper SkyTram tickets in advance?

Booking online ahead is advised in peak season, June through August. Same-day tickets are often sold at the Lower Station, and large groups should book ahead to secure places.

What are the opening hours of Jasper SkyTram?

The tram is open every day from 10:00 to 18:00. It operates in spring, summer and fall, and cabins leave both stations every nine minutes.

Is Jasper SkyTram wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the tram is wheelchair accessible, with some exceptions.

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