Bodies of Water in Banff

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Bodies of Water in Banff

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  • Lee L
    Valhalla, NY2,289 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    On the last day of our tour we stopped here to have lunch and take a boat tour. Like most of the lakes in the area a beautiful glacier fed lake with lots of mountains and scenery around. Also a great place to have a picnic by the lake before getting in the bus to finish the vacation with a drive back to Calgary.
    Written October 25, 2024
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  • Dan K
    Arlington, United States99 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Easy to reach scenic lakes right outside of the town of Banff.

    There are two viewing locations for the lakes, the pullover off the main road or lakeside view.

    The pullover from the main road provides a nice sweeping view of the lakes and and surrounding area, to include the mountains in the back drop.

    If you have a few extra minutes, I would recommend driving down to the lakes so that you can experience the lakeside views/walk on the small piers. The lakeside view is also more relaxing/provides a better opportunity to absorb the local beauty. The road to the lakeside views is also a popular bicycle route.

    Overall, the lakes are worth stopping for/taking a look at. The lakes are mere minutes from the popular Banff sign that seems like a must-do photo opportunity for tourists visiting the area.
    Written October 4, 2024
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  • Lerrie P
    1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The group of friends went in Two Jack lake yesterday, it was a long weekend so the place was busy. The Parks Canada staff told me the lake parking was full. I told the staff I will just unload my stuffs as my group of friends were already inside. So I drove in to the exit area because she blocked the entrance gate. The staff told me, "Hope you understand that this is an exit door", I do understand it but where to get in, right? Even she was mean and rude to me, I still thank her for allowing me to drive in for a short time. I told her "Thank you" at the end then she answered me back "You're not welcome!". I don't think this kind of person would be accepted as an employee for a tourist scenery place. Her behaviour is not acceptable and she acted like she owned the place. Anyways, myself and the group enjoyed the amazing scenery of the place, minus the negative behaviour of the lady staff assigned at the gate. The 3 stars I gave is for the stunning scenery, and -1 for the Parks Canada lady staff.
    Written September 2, 2024
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  • Dan K
    Arlington, United States99 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Easy to get to, scenic lakes/ponds on the outskirts of the town of Banff.

    There is ample parking for those who visit Cascade Ponds.

    There are two ponds with small scenic foot bridges that allow visitors to walk out to the small islands on the ponds. There are also a couple of large red chairs available to sit on at the small island.

    This is an ideal area for bar-b-ques and picnics.

    The mountains provide a beautiful scenic back drop to the ponds.

    It is easy to view a nearby waterfall cascading down the side of an adjacent mountain.

    Definitely worth a visit.
    Written October 4, 2024
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  • Nik B
    Muskego, WI22 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is an easy relatively flat hike on a smooth trail. Its a beautiful, peaceful lake framed by the gorgeous mountains of Banff NP. There is one fork in the trail (if you are going counterclockwise around the lake) where you may take a wrong turn. If you do, it dead ends in about 100m, so not really a big deal. Highly recommended, especially for a first hike of your trip or those with some physical limitations.
    Written July 23, 2024
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  • Marjolein v
    Porec, Croatia142 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Weater youre on your way up to the teahouse / lake agnes , bigbeehive,little beehive or the path of the six glaciers. You just have to stop and stare at this beauty. Small but bright and so colourfull

    We visited in july 2019
    Written July 4, 2024
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  • Naina-Damani
    London, UK991 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Is an alpine gem in Banff National Park. Great views, alpine flowers and sapphire water with scenic lakes and mountain in the distance.
    Written June 3, 2019
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