Peyto Lake is one of the most famous lakes in Banff National Park. It’s a turquoise blue glacier-fed lake 40 km north of Lake Louise and a popular stop on the famous Icefields Parkway. The brilliant display of blue is fed by the Peyto Glacier high above the lake and part of the Wapta Icefield. …
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, …
**Due to extreme flooding in 2021, the Berg Lake Trail closed for all of 2022, opened for winter 2023 and we are waiting for updates for summer 2023, as far as we know, BC Parks announced that the Berg Lake Trail will be open as far as Kinney Lake this summer. As of now The …
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You’ve likely seen photos of Abraham Lake in Alberta, whether you know it or not. Abraham Lake is well known for the dizzying amount of methane ice bubbles that are locked away in the lake’s clear ice during the winter months. This man-made lake on the North Saskatchewan River in David Thompson Country is a …
Maligne Lake is a glacial lake in Jasper that is just a 45-minute drive from the town of Jasper along the stunning Maligne Lake Rd. It is one of the most serene lakes in all of the Canadian Rockies and is prized for its astounding natural splendor. It’s well worth a visit for anyone visiting …
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It’s no secret that there are some stunning lakes in Alberta to visit. Any visitor to Alberta probably has “visit beautiful lake” on their list of things to do. Whether it’s a lake you can swim in, paddle around, or enjoy from the lakeshore and photograph in the summer, or skate on in the winter …
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Like nearby Banff, many Jasper lakes will make any visitor happy with delight. Thanks to the many glaciers in the Canadian Rockies, one can visit Jasper and enjoy the bright blue waters of glacial lakes, or sit back and relax on the canoe in a town favorite. No matter where you are in Jasper, you’ll …
Cascade Ponds is one of my favorite places to head to Banff when I just want to chill and enjoy my surroundings. Located right off the Trans-Canada, before you reach Two Jack Lake or Lake Minnewanka, you’ll come across Cascade Ponds. They are easily seen from the highway, but you could miss them if you …
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Emerald Lake canoe rentals are an experience of a lifetime. Emerald Lake is located in the stunning Yoho National Park, one of the best places to visit in BC. This lake has both turquoise-colored water and astounding mountain views. Both the attractive surroundings and the beginner-friendly waters make for the ideal canoeing destination. Canoeing on …
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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 …