Miette Hot Springs in Jasper National Park will reopen Sunday, August 18, 2024
Miette Hot Springs and Source of the Springs Trail will reopen to visitors on Sunday, August 18, 2024, after a lengthy closure due to the Utopia Wildfire and the Jasper Wildfire Complex. The Miette Hot Springs area is unaffected by the Jasper Wildfire Complex and the Utopia Wildfire is extinguished. Visitors may now safely return to this area of Jasper National Park.
Miette Hot Springs Bungalows, located adjacent to the hot springs, and Miette Mountain Cabins, located at the junction of Highway 16 and Miette Road, may also reopen August 18, 2024. Parks Canada recognizes the importance of the hot springs to Canadians and the hot springs’ role in supporting regional tourism operators and the economy.
Miette Hot Springs is staffed by a dedicated team of lifeguards and supporting team members. The reopening of the hot springs will not reduce Parks Canada’s capacity to respond to the wildfire and support the re-entry of residents to the Jasper townsite.
Visit the Miette Hot Springs website for hours of operation and other details.
Highway 16 is currently open daily from 7 am to 9 pm. Visitors may turn off Highway 16 at Miette Road and enjoy a scenic drive through the Fiddle River Valley to access the Miette Hot Springs, Miette Hot Springs Bungalows and Miette Mountain Cabins.
All other areas of Jasper National Park remain closed.
All other areas of Jasper National Park remain closed, including other Parks Canada facilities accessible from the Miette Road, such as Miette Campground.
Travellers must ensure they have enough fuel and supplies before entering Jasper National Park. The closest locations for fuel, supplies and services are at Hinton, Alberta, to the east, or Mount Robson, or Valemount, British Columbia to the west.