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A couple stand on the viewing deck looking out at the view of Peyto Lake and the surrounding mountains.
Lakes

Peyto Lake

The ambience at Peyto Lake lookout is one of collective awe and appreciation. Everyone here has made the short walk through a sub-alpine forest, heading for a vista overlooking the lake known around the world in photographs.

The feeling of coming upon that photograph in real life makes this place one of the most special in Banff National Park.

Good To Know

Difficulty
Easy
Duration
1-3 hrs
When
Year Round

Location

Distance from Banff:
101km
Distance from Lake Louise:
46km

When to go

Operating Dates

MonthOperating Status
JanOpen
FebOpen
MarOpen
AprOpen
MayOpen
JunOpen
JulOpen
AugOpen
SepOpen
OctOpen
NovOpen
DecOpen

Busy Times

Everyday, June - October

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