Located in the breathtaking, mountainous landscape of Jasper National Park - 11,000 square kilometers of wilderness and a par ... t of the UNESCO Canadian Rockies World Heritage Site. Marmot Basin is a truly unique skiing destination. Marmot Basin’s facilities and services include 7 lifts, including the Canadian Rockies Express high speed quad chair - the longest in the Canadian Rockies, 3 on-mountain day lodges, a full-service Rental Shop, Snow Sports School, eateries, a nursery and retail shop. Marmot Basin is the northern most Rocky Mountain ski area and enjoys abundant dry, light & fluffy natural snow that is a dream to ski and snowboard. With the highest base elevation in Canada and a latitude of 53° N, our snow falls early, and continues well into May. With over 1,600 acres of skiable terrain along with the addition of three new chairlifts since 2009, lift lines are virtually non-existent; providing families, beginners and experts alike the room to carve turns at their leisure. Marmot Basin is one of the least crowded ski areas of its kind in North America where powder stashes last and the wide open slopes are yours to enjoy. Located only 20 minutes from the charming town of Jasper; the perfect base for all of your winter adventures. With abundant wildlife that ensures you'll see plenty of four-legged locals such as elk, deer, wolves and lynx in their natural environment. For an unforgettable ski experience in a remarkably beautiful Rocky Mountain setting, Marmot Basin and Jasper have no equal. read more