Calgary International Airport 2 hr 53
Lake O'Hara (9 min) A series of picturesque lakes surrounded by alpine forest & a maintained network of hiking trails. Lake McArthur (1 min) The Beehive (1 hr 5) 9,500-ft. peak & provincial border in the Rocky Mountains, named for its resemblance to a beehive. Fairview Mountain (1 hr 5) Popular peak in Banff National Park offering hiking routes with views of Bow Valley & Lake Louise. Opabin Lake (1 min) Lake, hiking, glacier, park, and mountain Lake Agnes (1 hr 5) This high-elevation lake may be small but is famous for its awe-inspiring scenery. Herbert Lake (58 min) Small, serene glacial lake reflecting the mountain range above, offering canoeing & swimming. Kicking Horse Pass (51 min) Historic pass featuring a scenic mountain highway, also part of the Golden Triangle cycling route. Mount Victoria (10 min) Bustling mountain offering a funicular railway, the Mountain Lodge, shopping, eateries & city views. Boom Lake (1 min) A moderate hike past jagged boulders & alpine forest leads to a lake fringed by snow-capped peaks. Lake Louise (1 hr 5) Known for its turquoise waters, this glacier-fed lake is a celebrated area for outdoor recreation. Lake Louise Ski Resort (1 hr) Ski resort with many recreation activities, including warm-weather options, plus eateries & shops. Emerald Lake (1 hr 12) Mountains reflect in this clear, green-hued lake with a hiking trail & boathouse for canoe rentals. Abbot Pass Refuge Cabin National Historic Site (1 min) Historic mountain hut serving as destination & shelter for scenic hiking & alpine climbing. |