Jasper Hinton Airport – YJP Hinton
Jasper Hinton Airport with code YJP is located in Jasper, Alberta. The airport is about 17.6 km from the town proper of Hinton. It is also near the town of Jasper. The municipal town of Jasper is known for Jasper National Park which is found in the Canadian Rockies. It is also near the Athabasca River. The city is about 362 km from Edmonton and it is also about 290 km from Banff. The airport serves as a gateway to major attractions that are found in the city. It includes Mount Robson and Columbia Icefields.
Best Time to Visit
The airport facility is the first airport with a microwave landing system and has an RNAV approach. The airport is now being used for aeroplane service and for military use.
What to Do & Area Attractions
The town of Jasper offers several accommodations that are near the airport facility. The Crestwood Hotel is about 7 miles away from the airport facility. There are 97 rooms offered by this 4-star accommodation. Each room has a coffee maker, fridge, cable tv and aircon. The hotel has a fitness centre and business facilities. The hotel is 3 miles away from Hinton Golf Club. It is also near a provincial park that allows guests to go hiking and fishing. The Lakeview Inns & Suites-Hinton is about 10 miles away from the airfield. The hotel is boasting about 55 rooms and 32 suites. Each room is equipped with modern amenities which is perfect for a comfortable stay. Guests are offered daily free breakfast.