Summer Wildfire Peak-Nic Tour in Jasper National Park

About this experience

Immerse into the aftermath of the powerful forces of nature on Wildfire Peak-Nic. In July 2024, a massive wildfire ripped through Jasper National Park, ravaging over 33,000 hectares of land. This was the largest wildfire in Jasper National Park in over 100 years. A year later, the 55-million-year-old land, without its canopy of leaves, reveals recovering flora, returning wildlife and a healthy future. On Wildfire Peak-Nic, you will be hiking 4 KM through severely impacted site of the Complex Wildfire to one of Jasper’s prominent peaks. As your guide leads you through new growth forest emerging from the ash, you will learn to identify various species of plants, wildflowers and mushrooms, learn about history, geology, forestry, wildfires and observe wildlife from a safe distance. Once at the peak, you will take in 360-degree views of the different yet stunning vistas for miles and learn about the roles and benefits of a wildfire over a hot lunch with your guide. Beautiful in its own way, this is one-of-a-kind experience and a unique immersion into the aftermath of the powerful forces of nature. Daily tours begin from the Old Fort point parking lot (5-minute drive from Jasper townsite). Pick up from any hotels within 10 KM of Jasper is available on request.

What to expect

1. 10:00 AM Meet your guide Meet your guide at the trail head
2. 10:15 AM Hike Hike 4 KM through severely impacted site of the Complex Wildfire to one of Jasper’s prominent peaks
3. 1:00 PM End at trail head End the tour back at the trail head