April 5, 2025, 8:21 am
Recent reports detail how wildfires have altered Jasper’s iconic tourism scene. The stories describe the impact on longstanding attractions like the SkyTram, now framed by charred landscapes, as local operators brace for sharply diminished visitor experiences this summer. They explore how the fire damage is forcing rapid adaptations in a town once famed for its natural beauty and historic appeal.
Between campsite closures and several hotels that were destroyed in the fire, less space for tourists will likely result in a 20 per cent decline in business revenue.
For 61 summers, Jasper’s SkyTram has taken tourists to view the boomerang-shaped town in the Rockies. This summer, the view changes dramatically as wildfires leave behind countless trees that resemble charred matchsticks.
For 61 summers, Jasper’s SkyTram has drawn tourists to admire the boomerang-shaped town in the Rockies. This summer, red cable cars will pass over thousands of trees resembling charred matchsticks, offering a notably different view.
JASPER, ALTA. - Every summer for 61 years, tourists have piled onto Jasper’s SkyTram to see the boomerang-shaped town nestled inside the sprawling Rocky Mountains. It'll happen again this summer, but the view will be different.
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