Drone Rules for Jasper National Park

Jasper National Park is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. Under the National Parks of Canada Aircraft Access Regulations, all national parks are designated as "no-drone zones" for recreational purposes. Parks Canada enforces this framework stringently to safeguard its ecological integrity. The park serves as a critical sanctuary for vulnerable wildlife species, including grizzly bears, woodland caribou, and bighorn sheep. Studies have shown that drone flights can trigger a physiological stress response in these animals, causing them to expend vital energy fleeing from perceived avian predators. Launching, landing, or operating a drone within Jasper's borders without a specialized commercial or research permit is an offense that carries strict law enforcement consequences, including a maximum court-issued fine of up to $25,000 CAD.