In 1990, Mt. Robson Park was designated part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain World Heritage Site. Wildlife viewing is excellent, with moose, deer, bear and elk seen most often. Rugged peaks, pristine glacial lakes and rivers, and steep forested valleys make an excellent destination for hikers, campers and outdoor enthusiasts. There are choices of campgrounds from rustic to modern. Backcountry campers must register at the visitor centre.
Hiking trails range from easy strolls to challenging backcountry excursions.
For a more leisurely experience, boat launches, view points, picnic areas and fishing are available. Mountain biking is restricted to park roads. Banff National Park Bordering the south boundary of Jasper National Park is Banff, Canada's oldest and best-known national park. This extremely busy destination offers travellers everything from shopping, dining and hotel lodging in town, to sightseeing, backcountry camping and hiking in some of the world's most outstanding scenery. More than a century of settlement in the park has created a legacy of remarkable buildings and historical sites that will take visitors back in time to the park's early days.