Petro-Canada

Overview

About Petro-Canada

Right on Connaught Drive, this Petro-Canada is the townsite’s round-the-clock refuel stop. It’s the most convenient place to top up before you push into Jasper’s more remote valleys or the long, services-scarce Icefields Parkway.

Why stop

Open 24/7 in the heart of town
Propane and diesel available
Convenience store next to groceries and supplies

Heads up

Often busy midday with lines
Higher fuel prices than nearby cities
Tight lot for big RVs at peak times

Fuel options inside the park are limited, and distances are big. This spot is central, reliable, and surrounded by other essentials—groceries at Nesters Market, liquor next door, and an EV supercharger across the street—so it’s easy to sort out supplies in one swing.

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Where it is

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Gas stationPetro-Canada52.88034, -118.07924

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Local know-how

Tips for visiting Petro-Canada

Fuel up here before tackling the Icefields Parkway or remote valleys.
Swing by before 9am or after dinner to avoid the pump queues.
For propane, check in at the counter and staff will come out to assist.
If you’re in an RV, plan your approach—space is tight when it’s busy.

Plan your stop

Before you go

Best time to visit

Daily: Open 24 hours.
Crowd pattern: Late morning through late afternoon is the crunch; early mornings and after dinner are smoother.
Trip planning: Fill up here before heading south on the Icefields Parkway or deep into the park so you’re not hunting for fuel later.

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ClosureWildfire-impacted areas and facilities closedStay out of closed wildfire-impacted areas and facilities in Jasper National Park; closures protect public safety after the 2024 wildfire and remain in effect while recovery and safety work continues.Official details
Closure93A (Wabasso Road) no through travel during roadworkFrom mid-October to early November 2026, plan for 93A (Wabasso Road) to be accessible from the south entrance only; no through travel is expected during roadwork.Official details

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“If you need to top up on fuel or charge your vehicle, the main spot in town is coming up. You'll see a Petro-Canada for gas, diesel, and propane.”

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More about Petro-Canada

ServicesExpect regular fuel, diesel, and propane service (handy for RVs and camp gear).

Expect regular fuel, diesel, and propane service (handy for RVs and camp gear). There’s a small convenience store for road snacks and drinks. The station can look a little old-school, but it gets the job done.

What to expectIt’s a busy hub: cars, RVs, and tour traffic cycle through all day.

It’s a busy hub: cars, RVs, and tour traffic cycle through all day. Prices are higher than you’ll find in places like Hinton or Edmonton—typical for a remote national park town—but the convenience is tough to beat.

Wildlife noteJasper’s townsite can see elk and deer wander through, especially early and late in the day.

Jasper’s townsite can see elk and deer wander through, especially early and late in the day. Keep your distance and stay alert around the lot at dawn and dusk.

Wildlife

Wildlife in Jasper

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174 sightingsGrizzly BearMost seen around 8 PMSighting map

43 sightingsCaribouMost seen around 7 AMSighting map

40 sightingsGray WolfMost seen around 6 AMSighting map

12 sightingsCanada LynxMost seen around 8 PMSighting map

315 sightingsMooseMost seen around 6 AMSighting map

1,028 sightingsElkMost seen around 7 AMSighting map

Sighting maps show where each species has been reported across Jasper. Wildlife moves, so no sighting is guaranteed.