Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park is one of the Canadian Rockies’ finest lakes and a resplendent place to visit in British Columbia. It’s the largest lake in Yoho National Park and is surrounded by President Range. Visiting the lake on a summer day is one of the finest natural scenes in all Canadian Rockies, …
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Bow Lake is one of the many lakes that line the Icefields Parkway and a popular stop for visitors to Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. It’s no secret that the Canadian Rockies are not short of spectacular vistas and lakes. Bow Lake is one of our top recommendations for a stop to stretch the …
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In 2023, Moraine Lake Parking will be officially closed to personal vehicles. This new policy will help alleviate some safety, preservation, and congestion concerns around the Moraine Lake site. Visitors can now visit the lake through the public shuttle bus system known as Park & Ride. It is also possible to access the lake via …
The lakes around Banff National Park are a prime place to go for a SUP or stand up paddleboard in the summer months once they unthaw. Paddleboarding in Banff is one of our favorite ways to relax in the park, and it’s often we find ourselves alone on the water. What’s great is you don’t …
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The Grassi Lakes hike is perfect for friends and families and is a great way to pass a couple of hours. It’s an easy Canmore trail with a wide path that leads through the forest up to two sparkling turquoise lakes. If you’re looking for a quick hike near Canmore, this is a classic! However, …
The lakes in Banff are famed around the world for their natural beauty. That is an impressive feat in Canada, the country with the most significant amount of fresh water and the most lakes in the world. Banff National Park has no shortage of pristine wilderness and natural beauty, which includes its resplendent lakes. You …
A quintessential experience in the Rockies is to enjoy a Moraine Lake canoe. A paddle across Moraine Lake is an experience that we can not recommend enough. Only a few are fortunate enough to make it to this lake in the Canadian Rockies and even less dip a paddle in its waters. The turquoise waters …
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The Crypt Lake Trail is one of the best things to do in Waterton and has been named one of the most thrilling hikes in the world and one of the best trails in Canada. Hikers reach the trailhead via boat from the Waterton Township for a full day on the trail. The Crypt Lake …
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So you are planning a fantastic trip to Banff National Park and now wondering when the best time to visit Lake Louise is and what the Lake Louise weather is like? Well, that question is entirely subjective to what you want to do! I love visiting Lake Louise in both the winter and summer. Unlike …
Vermilion Lakes (or Lake Vermilion) reflect the iconic Mount Rundle that looms over the town of Banff. The three lakes are situated west of Banff and fed by the Bow River in the Canadian Rockies. Photographers seek out the lakes during golden hours as they provide a sublime landscape and the opportunity to spot wildlife …