Areas in Jasper remain closed as wildfire rehabilitation continues: Parks Canada

A campsite at Whistlers Campground in Jasper National Park on Nov. 14, 2024. (Jeremy Thompson/CTV News Edmonton)

Cavell Road, Maligne Canyon and the Valley of the Five Lakes trails and day-use areas will remain closed as Parks Canada continues rehabilitation work in Jasper.

“Given the extent of damage following the wildfire and the scope of rehabilitation work ahead, Parks Canada will maintain these closures until further notice,” said a statement issued Thursday afternoon.

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Parks Canada said the closures are in areas that involve significant slopes and roadways, and to ensure public safety, slope stability and roadway standards be met before the areas can reopen.

The next steps in the rehabilitation process involve hazardous tree removal, detailed geotechnical analysis, infrastructure design, engineering and rebuild.

Visitors can plan their trip to the national park using an online interactive map which features real-time updates on available facilities and areas.

A 2024 wildfire destroyed areas of Jasper National Park, including structures in the town.