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Paddle Lake Minnewanka
Paddling & Rafting

Paddle Lake Minnewanka

Exploring Banff’s largest lake on your own strength and power is a revitalizing thrill. Gliding away from the dock in a canoe or kayak, you might well find yourself feeling very small in the magnitude of the landscape. Rightly so – Lake Minnewanka extends through the mountains for 21 km and reaches depths of nearly 150 metres. Wave to the hikers on the shoreline as you take in a different perspective, one normally reserved for the waterfowl that float alongside you.

Good To Know

Difficulty
Easy
Duration
1-3 hrs
Cost
Rentals starting from $45/ hour
When
May - Oct
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Location

Distance from Banff:
10km
Distance from Lake Louise:
66km

When to go

Operating Dates

MonthOperating Status
JanClosed
FebClosed
MarClosed
AprClosed
MayOpen
JunOpen
JulOpen
AugOpen
SepOpen
OctOpen
NovClosed
DecClosed

Opening Times

Please check with provider

Getting There

  • Roam Route 6: Daily service operating May - September

More Information

  • Canoe or kayak rentals are available on a first come, first serve basis.

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