Jasper House

Jasper House sits in a forest clearing along the Athabasca River, preserving the remains of three buildings from the original trading establishment. The ruins show how the structures were arranged to support the operations of a mountain trading station.

The Hudson's Bay Company operated this strategic trading post from 1830 to 1857 as a crucial stop for travelers crossing the Rocky Mountains. The location lay on a major route that fur traders and merchants relied on for many decades.

The location served as a meeting point where European traders, Indigenous peoples, voyageurs, and missionaries exchanged goods and knowledge during the fur trade era. These interactions shaped the daily rhythm of life along the river for many decades.

The site is accessible via interpretive trails and viewing points reachable from Highway 16 within Jasper National Park. Visitors can explore the ruins while experiencing the natural forest setting that surrounds the historic grounds.

Archaeological excavations have uncovered foundation remains, a historic cemetery, and old pathways that document daily operations at this mountain trading hub. These discoveries reveal personal details about the lives of those who worked and lived there.

Location: Improvement District No. 12 (Jasper National Park)

GPS coordinates: 53.14667,-117.98472

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:26