Situated in the beautiful Jasper National Park, close to Jasper (20 minutes) and away from the busier acres of Banff to the south; Marmot Basin offers more than 1,675 acres of wide open alpine terrain for every level skier and snowboarder. The uncrowded mountain offers an abundance of fresh powder and undoubtedly one of the longest seasons in North America. Boasting an elevation of 8,534 fee and a vertical drop of 3,000 feet the area offers everything in terms of terrain and scenery including powder, moguls, glades, trees, alpine bowls, gentle slopes, 84 different trails, and numerous chairs. Jasper National Park is Canada's biggest park in the Rocky Mountains and features spectacular sites in all seasons. Skiers and snowboarders rarely have to wait in line-ups and the mountains is known for it's "relaxed, ski / snowboard at your own pace" type of experience. Jasper is close by and offers a small town feeling while providing world class winter resort amenities. Marmot Basin offers great value overall and it is a destination of choice for families and serious skiers / snowboarders alike seeking fresh snow, exciting terrain, with a less busy, friendly environment.