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Sightseeing

Lakes

Well known for iconic turquoise waters such as Moraine Lake and Lake Louise, Banff National Park is home to many more jaw dropping lakes to explore. Nestled in scenic alpine meadows and surrounded by towering peaks, their refreshing waters invite you to dip your toes in and bask in the fresh mountain air. Here you’ll find both world-famous lakes and lesser known gems to inspire your next adventure.

A couple sits on the shore of a turquoise lake staring out at a glacier in the distance while visiting Lake Louise at sunset
Two people walking on the lakeshore at Two Jack Lake in the winter

Activities(10)

  • People paddling in a canoe on the turquoise waters of Bow Lake in the summerPeople paddling in a canoe on the turquoise waters of Bow Lake in the summer

    Bow Lake

    Duration
    < 1hr
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  • Cascade Ponds on a summer morning Cascade Ponds on a summer morning

    Cascade Ponds

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • The turquoise waters of Emerald Lake glisten in the sunshine on a summer dayThe turquoise waters of Emerald Lake glisten in the sunshine on a summer day

    Emerald Lake

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • Group of friends hiking the lakeshore at Johnson Lake in the summerGroup of friends hiking the lakeshore at Johnson Lake in the summer

    Johnson Lake

    Duration
    < 1hr
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  • A couple sits on the lakeshore of Lake Louise at sunriseA couple sits on the lakeshore of Lake Louise at sunrise

    Lake Louise

    Duration
    < 1hr
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  • Aerial view of Lake Minnewanka with a boat cruising the watersAerial view of Lake Minnewanka with a boat cruising the waters

    Lake Minnewanka

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • Moraine LakeMoraine Lake

    Moraine Lake

    Duration
    < 1hr
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  • Two people taking in the view of Peyto Lake in the summer timeTwo people taking in the view of Peyto Lake in the summer time

    Peyto Lake

    Duration
    1-3 hrs
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  • Two paddleboarders on Two Jack Lake in the summerTwo paddleboarders on Two Jack Lake in the summer

    Two Jack Lake

    Duration
    < 1hr
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  • Two people on the dock at Vermilion Lakes for sunrise in the summerTwo people on the dock at Vermilion Lakes for sunrise in the summer

    Vermilion Lakes

    Duration
    < 1hr
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