Jasper – Marmot Basin – Alberta Overview
Great snow from November through to May, stunning scenery, quiet slopes and first class customer service are what makes Jasper a school ski trip of a lifetime. The hoteliers and mountain staff work together to do their utmost for the trip to run smoothly, whatever your group size. Ski fit is friendly and efficient, the instructor ratios are rarely above 1:10 and you will be hard-pushed to find yourself in a lift queue – even at half term! The ski area is known as Marmot Basin and covers 1,675 acres of superb slopes and is only 30 minutes from the picturesque town of Jasper. The School House Chair serves dedicated beginner territory, intermediates will enjoy green and blue runs from the top of every lift and there is plenty to challenge advanced skiers across the mountain. The resort also offer free lunchtime active learning sessions covering Avalanche Safety, GPS Geocoaching, Emergency Situations and Species at Risk so your students can also gain an understanding of the mountain environment. City stopover at Edmonton available – contact us for details.
Km of skiable area
1675ac
Number of runs
30%
30%
20%
20%
Number of lifts
7
Nearest hospital
14m
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Jasper – Marmot Basin – Alberta Accommodation
The Crimson Jasper
Location: Jasper
Capacity: 99 rooms
The Crimson is located in downtown Jasper, a 10 minute walk into the town and a 25 minute drive to the ski slopes. The hotel offers spacious comfortable rooms with easy access to shops and evening entertainment.
Rooms: 99 bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities, TV, mini fridge, hair dryer, telephone and safe. Accommodation is based on 4 students sharing 2 queen / double beds.
Facilities: Indoor pool and hot tub, meeting rooms for evening activities, fitness facility, Wi-Fi, spacious lounge and restaurant. Select Says: Buffet breakfast and evening meals are taken in the hotel.
Lobstick Lodge
Location: Jasper
Capacity: 139 rooms
Conveniently located in the town of Jasper and a 30 minute drive to the lift departure point. This hotel is ideal for groups that prefer a quieter location. The Lobstick Lodge has been recently renovated and offers great facilities.
Rooms: Comfortable and spacious bedrooms with en-suite facilities, mini-fridge, TV and telephone. Accommodation is based on 4 students sharing 2 queen beds.
Facilities: Large lounge with fireplace, restaurant, indoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi, 3 outdoor hot tubs, fitness centre, sauna and meeting rooms.
Chateau Jasper
Location: Jasper
Capacity: 119 rooms
The Chateau Jasper is a warm and inviting hotel, well located within Jasper - a great choice for your next school ski trip.
Rooms: Two queen beds, shower or bath shower, HD television, in-room safe, hair dryer.
Facilities: Free WiFi, restaurant, lounge, indoor swimming pool.
Forest Park Hotel
Location: Jasper
Capacity: 152 rooms
The Forest Park Hotel is located on the edge of the Jasper townsite and offers comfortable rooms & good facilities.
Rooms: Comfortable and spacious bedrooms with en-suite facilities
Facilities: Free WiFi, restaurant, lounge, indoor swimming pool
Jasper – Marmot Basin – Alberta Après Ski
In-house Quiz
Subject range: Cultural, History, Geography, Language
What you’ll experience: A quiz night is a great way to spend a relaxed evening inside. Your rep will help you organise the activity.
Select says: You may wish to budget for snacks, prizes, etc.
Disco Night
Subject range: Cultural
What you’ll experience: A disco night is always a great way for the group to let loose after a long day on the slopes. This evening entertainment allows children to socialise and have fun.
Select says: A disco night is a popular option as an end of week celebration! Includes 1 soft drink
Ice Skating
Subject range: Winter Sports
What you’ll experience: For this activity the group can enjoy skating on a frozen rocky mountain lake! Ice skating is a popular activity with students of all ages and allows them to experience a different winter sport.
Select says: Ice skating is available in many locations including Lac Beauvert (20 minute drive from resort), Lake Mildred (10 minute drive from resort), and Pyramid Lake (13 minute drive from resort) which is cleared and lit during the winter.
Miette Hot Springs
Subject range: Cultural
What you’ll experience: Miette Hot Springs, located in Alberta’s Jasper National Park, features the hottest mineral springs in the Canadian Rockies. Water flowsfrom the mountain at 54°C (129°F) and cooled to a comfortable 40°C (104°F).
Select says: Among one of Jasper’s top ten attractions, Miette Hot Springs is a perfect destination after a hard days skiing.
Cinema – Chaba Theatre
Subject range: Cultural
What you’ll experience: A relaxed night out for students to unwind. Check for upcoming movies and ratings.
Select says: Located in Jasper.
Swimming – Jasper
Subject range: Physical Education
What you’ll experience: The Aquatic Centre includes a 25-metre pool, wade pool, 185-foot waterslide, 40-person hot tub, steam room and two family-style changing rooms. The main pool is a 25-metre, 6-lane pool.
Select says: A great way to relax tired muscles after a day on the slopes.
Jasper – Marmot Basin – Alberta Resort Facts
| Resort height | Canada’s Highest Base Elevation: 5,570ft |
| Highest lift | 8570ft |
| Vertical drop | 3000ft |
| Total acres of piste | 1675 acres |
| Total no of ski trails | 86 |
| Green | 30% |
| Blue | 30% |
| Black | 40% |
| Total no of lifts | 7 |
| High-speed quads | 3 |
| Chair lifts | 6 |
| Magic carpets | 1 |
| Longest run | 5.6km |
| Lift pass covers | Marmot Basin |
| Glacier | No |
| Snowboarding facilities | 2 terrain parks |
| Snow making | 25% |
| Transfer time by air | Edmonton – 4hrs, Calgary 5hrs |
| Medical facilities | In resort |
| Nearest hospital | Jasper (14 miles away) |
