Celebrating in 2025: Fun Never Gets Old!

Since 1971, we’ve been running the river, and we’re thrilled to announce the return of Jasper’s Whitewater Rafting for 2025! Thanks to the courageous first responders from the 2024 wildfire, families and friends can once again make unforgettable memories on the breathtaking rivers of Jasper National Park. Gather your crew for a day of laughter, adventure, and thrilling rapids. Don’t wait—book now to experience your Rocky Mountain fun in 2025!

Athabasca Mile 5

#1
Mile 5 Bridge to Old Fort Point
No Online Booking Fees
48 Hour Cancellation Policy
Operates Rain or Shine
Beginner Difficulty
9km on the water
~1 hour river time
Ages 5 and up

Trip Summary

Enjoy beautiful mountain scenery and breathtaking vistas as you paddle down 8km of the Athabasca River and through several mild-moderate rapids. The Mile 5 is a spectacular intro to white water rafting.

The Route

How it Works

1

Arrive and Check-In

Upon arrival at your chosen Pickup Location, you'll be greeted by our friendly staff. Here we will check you in, have you fill out waivers, and then we're off!

Other Pickup Locations
2

Hop on the Bus

On the bus ride out to the put-in location, after getting aquainted with each other, we will go over the trip in detail and assign groups to their raft.

How many in a raft?
3

Gear-Up and Raft!

Upon arriving at the put-in, we will get you geared-up, provide a safety talk, have a quick photoshoot, and then the rafting begins!

Equipment and Gearing-Up

Departure Times

Please be aware that Jasper is located in the Mountain Time Zone, and all times are listed in MDT (UTC/GMT -6).

Also note that the times listed below are the departure times, not the meeting times. Please see the pickup locations to figure out where and when you should meet, based on your chosen pickup location.

Spring 2024

May 10, 2024 to May 17, 2024
11:00 AM2:00 PM

Summer 2024

May 17, 2024 to Sep 30, 2024
9:00 AM1:00 PM3:30 PM

Fall 2024

Sep 9, 2024 to Sep 30, 2024
11:00 AM2:00 PM

Other Options

Athabasca Mile 5 not for you? Don't worry! We have some other trips that might be more up your alley.

Happy family on the Athabasca Falls
May 31, 2024 to Sep 3, 2024
#2

Athabasca Falls

Breathtaking canyon scenery!

Discover the Falls
Big splash on the Sunwapta River
May 31, 2024 to Aug 22, 2024
#3

Sunwapta River

Big rapids, big adventure!

Discover the Sunwapta