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Jasper opens backcountry camping reservations Monday

It's one of Canada's premier backcountry destinations: Tonquin Valley in Jasper National Park is a scenic and popular space but it's also used by vanishing caribou herds. Now a monumental step by Parks Canada to help dwindling populations is being praised by conservation groups. Nicole Stillger has more – Jan 8, 2023

Reservations for backcountry camping in Jasper open Monday, which also marks the first day of spring.

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Parks Canada overhauled its online reservation system, opening bookings for different national parks between March and April.

Starting at 8 a.m. Monday, people will be able to reserve their backcountry camping spots in Jasper, while those wanting to camp in Banff, Kootenay and Yoho National Parks can make their reservations starting Wednesday.

A full list of reservation opening dates can be found on the Parks Canada website.

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