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Peyto (Banff National Park) by Mark Stevens Via Flickr: An amazing view looking to Peyto Glacier. I decided on naming this Peyto since so much of this image had that name: Peyto Glacier, Peyto Peak, and Peyto Creek. It was all in one amazing image looking up the glacial valley.

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Exploring the Beauty of Banff in Summer: A 3.5-Day Itinerary

Nestled in the heart of Alberta's Rocky Mountains, Banff is a dream destination for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. The picturesque landscapes of Banff National Park, with its glaciers, dense forests, and alpine beauty, make it an ideal summer getaway. In this comprehensive travel guide, we will delve into the best things to do in Banff during the summer, offering an exciting 3.5-day itinerary for an unforgettable experience.

Day 0: Arrival and Park Passes

Your Banff adventure begins with obtaining a Parks Canada pass and granting access to Banff National Park. If your stay extends beyond a few days, consider a Discovery Pass for access to various Parks Canada destinations. Additionally, explore nearby Jasper National Park for an extended wilderness experience.

Day 1: Yoho National Park Excursion

A short drive from Banff takes you to Yoho National Park, home to the stunning Emerald Lake and the majestic Takakkaw Falls. Take a canoe ride on Emerald Lake in the morning, enjoying the tranquility before visiting the breathtaking Takakkaw Falls, the second-highest waterfall in Canada. Don't miss other gems like the Natural Bridge and the scenic Iceline Trail for a complete Yoho experience.

Day 2: Lakes and Sunrise

Start your day with the ethereal sunrise at Lake Minnewanka, reflecting on its 13,000 years of history. Venture to the iconic Lake Moraine, booking a Parks Canada shuttle for a hassle-free visit. Explore Lake Louise, ensuring an early arrival or utilizing the shuttle for seamless travel between Moraine and Louise.

Day 3: Waterfalls and Scenic Trails

Embark on a journey to Johnston Canyon Falls Trail, a picturesque hike through a mountain canyon with captivating waterfalls. Visit Peyto Lake Viewpoint, Bow Lake Viewpoint, and explore the family-friendly Grassi Hike Trail in Canmore.

Recommended Dining and Accommodations

Indulge in culinary delights at Una Pizza, Magpie and Stump, Little Wild, Farm and Fire, White Bark Cafe, Chuck's Steakhouse, and Juniper Bistro. Choose accommodations based on preference – Silver Creek Lodge in Canmore for scenic views, downtown Banff for convenience (Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel for luxury, Banff Rocky Mountain Resort, and Tunnel Mountain Resort for budget-friendly options).

All in all

While this 3.5-day itinerary captures the essence of Banff in summer, extending your stay to five days allows exploration of Yoho and Jasper National Parks. Discover the beauty of the outdoors with this guide, curated by Preethi, a passionate female travel blogger at TheEagerTraveler.com. Plan your next adventure and immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Banff.

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Mountain Hunting by Aaron M Via Flickr: The Canadian Rockies are known for epic mountain and lake scenes, beautiful peaked mountains with colorful lakes sitting at their base. Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, and Peyto Lake, just to name a few. When we set out on our nearly week long trip to Banff National Park I expected to see as many of these mountain scenes as I could. Willie and I explored the area close to Banff National Park on our first few days, when the weather was clear and easy to get the lay of the land. Then a big snow storm hit and dumped over a foot of snow on the area. Our ability to venture further out and see many of these epic mountain scenes began to decline. On our last full day in Banff I turned to Willie and said "there's no way we're coming here and not seeing Peyto. Hop in the car, we're going!" And off we went ... which Willie was perfectly fine with since he wasn't driving and could do his typical thing: fall asleep. I was quite glad we had rented an all-wheel drive SUV because the road to Peyto, Icefields Parkway, really wasn't plowed. By that I mean that one lane had been plowed and it became a game of dodging cars. On the way to Peyto we had the plowed lane but on the way back ... well, lets say that was not the most fun time to be the driver. I had brought snow-shoes with me, in the event of needing to hike through the snow, and it turned out to be a good decision because the mile long trail to Peyto was filled with 2 feet of snow! A nice family from Colorado, whom we exchanged contact info with, sludged through first and carved out a path that made our hike with heavy camera gear much nicer! Although the epic mountains behind Peyto Lake never made an appearance, it was still an epic view! I've been wanting to put more of a "people element" into my photos lately, so when Willie was done taking his photos I hopped on down and placed myself in the photo. Nikon D800 w/Nikkor 24-70mm f/2.8: 24mm, f/11, 1/125 sec, ISO 100 Viewed best nice and large Find me on My Website | Facebook

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June 27, 2022. Monday Jasper to Golden

Today we said farewell to Jasper and headed back south once again along the scenic Icefields Parkway. This time around it was sunny and we were driving in the reverse direction so it was as if we were driving down an entirely different road. Last week, the Parkway was mysterious and moody with all the mountain tops covered in mist and clouds. Today, all the snow topped peaks were shiny against the bright blue sky. I felt fortunate that we were able to experience the Parkway in both kinds of weather.

We stopped at several of the waterfalls and viewpoints that we missed while trying to avoid the rain and snow last week. Took a peek in the Columbia Icefield Center which was very crowded as it’s the boarding point for buses especially outfitted to ride on the glacier. If you want to hear many different languages all in one place, this is the place. And if you want to lose your money all in one place, this is the place, too! Some of the tours are like $200 (Canadian). Meanwhile, you can just park across the street and walk to the toe of the same glacier for free. Guess which one we did? 😂

After 2 more stops to see Peyto lake and Bow lake, we hit the Lake Louise area where we turned east towards the town of Golden and Yoho National Park. Today’s journey took 6 hours!

Photo below: A moose and bear?!!

Bottom photo: the Tangle Creek Falls

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Canmore Winter Wedding - Stewart Creek

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Sarah & Brent

Canmore Winter Wedding

This Canmore Winter Wedding was such a pleasure to photograph! Set in the amazing mountains surrounding Stewart Creek Golf and Country Club, Sarah and Brent brought together their family and friends from all over Canada to celebrate.

Canmore is an incredible setting to get married in the Rocky Mountains. As wedding and elopement photographers, Canmore is one of our favourite locations to shoot weddings. The town itself has a handful of amazing venues nestled in the mountains. All with 360-degree views of the local peaks. You can drive 5 minutes in any direction and it will lead you to one of many incredible portrait locations showcasing the dramatic mountainous landscape. The laidback mountain community is so welcoming and an amazing place to spend a weekend for a destination wedding or elopement.

Their Story

We first met Sarah and Brent for their engagement shoot in the mountains last summer. To contrast their winter wedding shoot, they decided to do an engagement shoot in the summer. We decided to go to Peyto Lake for their photos and we had so much fun hopping along the rocks and getting to know one another. During that time we discovered their love for the mountains and how excited they were to get married in the snow-covered scenery of Canmore. 

Stewart Creek Golf and Country Club Wedding

Stewart Creek Golf and Country Club is a beautiful venue for a winter wedding. It has a cosy cabin type feel with a fireplace and beautiful windows looking out to the mountains. In the past year, they have built a new outdoor ceremony tent space which they also offer for their winter weddings. On the day of Sarah and Brent’s wedding, it was a brisk -20 degree Celcius day. They braved the cold like superheroes. We drove up to one of our favourite viewpoints for their first look and the wind chill made it feel even colder. I’m sure you can agree that the photos were well worth it!

After some portraits in the mountains, we made our way to their ceremony at Stewart Creek. Sarah and Brent were prepared and had hand and foot warmers for all their guests. The staff at Stewart Creek Golf and Country Club even set up a complimentary Bailey’s coffee and hot chocolate bar. A little reward for having the coldest outdoor ceremony to date! Something they told us they would now keep as a tradition from now on. The views behind Sarah and Brent while they exchanged vows and rings were second to none. Their breath making an ethereal mist around the space.

Their reception was cosy and warm. Filled with wonderful words about the couple, delicious food and happy faces. We feel so lucky to have shared these special moments with these two and to have created their memories. We hope you enjoy a peek into their beautiful winter wedding.

Vendors

Venue: Stewart Creek Golf and Country Club, Canmore Hair and Makeup: Simply Me, Canmore Commissioner: Patrick Smiley Flowers – Flower House YYC Band – Taking August Dress – Novelle Bridal Suits – Derks 

Enjoy this Canmore Winter Wedding? See more weddings like this on our blog:

Adrienne and Walter – Stewart Creek Wedding, Canmore

Genis and Luke – Chateau Lake Louise Winter Wedding

Canmore Winter Wedding – Stewart Creek was originally published on Willow & Wolf Wedding Photography

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Lake Louise is one of the most scenic destinations in the world. With electric blue glacier fed Lakes, Rocky Mountains in every direction, an incredible range of wildlife, it’s easy to understand why.

Lake Louise is a must do destination on any backpackers list who is planning a trip to Western Canada. I am lucky enough to be able to live and work here and really get to know the area. What I have found to be great about Lake Louise and the Rockies is that once you get here, you can explore and experience this amazing part of the world for free or at a relatively cheap price, for example hiking is one of the best things to do in Lake Louise and it is totally FREE! Experiencing the Rockies is totally doable on a backpacker’s budget. And if you are looking for an adventure packed trip involving outdoor activities, Lake Louise is the ideal destination.

Winter activities in and around Lake Louise

Lake Louise offers a vast range of outdoor winter activities including downhill skiing and snowboarding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, ice-skating, dog sledding, hiking and ice climbing.

Downhill skiing and snowboarding at Lake Louise Ski Area is a popular activity, and in my opinion, one not to be missed. Lake Louise has some of the most diverse terrain catering for advanced to beginner skiers and snowboarders. The ski area has 145 marked runs, 10 lifts, 1700 hectares of tree runs, a boarder cross track and a park for the more advanced riders. Costs is around $100 per day, if you have your own gear.

Lake Louise Ski Area also has a snow tubing park for those of you looking for a fun activity. If you are not a snowboarder or skier you can always take the sightseeing Gondola to the top to get some breathtaking photos to show your friends and family back home.

Last winter I led snowshoeing tours through the Canadian Rockies. The photo below is from a snowshoeing trip up Saddle Back peak in Lake Louise.

My favourite snowshoe trails include, Fairview lookout(3kms return), Saddleback Peak(10kms), Lake Agnes(6kms), Johnstons Canyon(6kms) and Peyto Lake(2kms).

Lake Agnes                                                   Saddleback Peak

Another cheap and exciting activity is ice-skating on Lake Louise. With the cost of rentals at $12, it’s a bargain, and what better place to ice skate than amongst the rocky mountains on a frozen lake.

Summer activities in and around Lake Louise

Summer activities include hiking, rock climbing, white water rafting, mountain biking, canoeing and horseback riding.

Hiking is a popular activity for backpackers as, not only is it free, it offers some of the most amazing views in the world.

Lake Louise has an abundance of hiking trails, including the Plain of Glaciers Tea house hike, Lake Agnes, Saddleback Pass, Paradise Creek, Fairview Peak, Big Beehive, Little Beehive and Fairview look out, just to name a few.

My favourite summer trail is Fairview Peak, followed by Big Beehive and Peyto Lake.

Fairview Mountain Peak

Lake Agnes

Big Beehive

Moraine Lake

If you get to Lake Louise or Moraine Lake and don’t feel like hiking, rent a canoe and explore the lake from the water top. Although slightly expensive, it is a truly amazing experience.

Another experience I highly recommend is White Water Rafting. Again, it comes with a cost but in my opinion is well and truly worth it. Rushing down the glacier fled rivers at high speeds gets your heart pumping, and is guaranteed to leave a smile on your face for days.

The great thing about summer in Lake Louise is the amount of sunlight in a day. With sunlight until approximately 11pm, you can fit a lot of fun and adventure into one day.

Eating on the cheap!

Lake Louise isn’t the cheapest destination in terms of eating out; however there are ways to save.

HI-Lake Louise Alpine Centre has two huge, fully equipped kitchens, which I would recommend making use of. Out of the all the hostels I have travelled to, HI-Lake Louise Alpine Centre has the nicest facilities making it a home away from home. Unfortunately, grocery shopping in Lake Louise can be expensive, so if given the opportunity I would recommend bringing in groceries from Banff, Jasper or home.

Cooking meals is one way to save you money, however after a big, adventure packed day, and sometimes you just want to eat out. So cheap places to eat include:

Laggans bakery located in Samson Mall is the cheapest place to grab a bite to eat. With a large selection of pastries, pizza, pies, bagels and more, you can pick something up to eat from around $2-50 to $6.

Trailhead Café   Also in Samson Mall is the place to go if you looking for something more filling, get one of their  delicious wraps. Wraps will cost around $7-10.

Mountain Restaurant Another favourite, and a great option if you are starving after a huge day on the hill is a Mountain Burger. It is as big as it sounds and is guaranteed to satisfy. It will cost $14.

Hopefully this helps you to save $$ and time planing while living in Lake Louise!

Backpackers Guide to Lake Louise Canada Lake Louise is one of the most scenic destinations in the world. With electric blue glacier fed Lakes, Rocky Mountains in every direction, an incredible range of wildlife, it’s easy to understand why.

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Good morning trolls! by JrnAllanPedersen

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A View Up a Glacial Valley (Banff National Park) by Mark Stevens Via Flickr: Peyto Lake is to the image right bottom with the creek coming down from the glacier above in the mountains. I decided to include more of the foreground rocks with a wide angle lens that would capture this amazing view.

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Die Familie ist fast wieder vereint

Der große Tag ist gekommen: meine Liebsten kommen nach Vancouver und wir vier werden in den nächsten drei Wochen mit dem Wohnmobil den Westen Kanadas entdecken. Doch zuerst stand das große Wiedersehen an. Das Gefühl seine Familie nach 5 Monaten wieder in die Arme schließen zu können ist so überwältigend und unbeschreiblich! Man fühlt sich einfach wieder komplett und geborgen. Schade, dass nicht Simon mitkommen konnte... Nach der Wiedervereinigung konnte unser gemeinsames Kanada Abenteuer starten! Die ersten vier Tage verbrachten wir im wunderschönen Vancouver, nicht umsonst eine der schönsten Städte der Welt! Am ersten Tag haben wir die Stadt zu Fuß erkundigt und die Highlights besichtigt: Chinatown, Gastown (der älteste Stadtteil), Downtown mit den riesigen Wolkenkratzern und Shoppingzentren, Granvilleisland (eine Halbinsel im Hafen- und Fischerstil mit wunderschönen Läden und riesigen Märkten), Hafenfront etc. Schon einiges für den ersten Tag in Kanada, aber Vancouver hat auch sehr viel zu bieten. Am nächsten Tag ging es dann mit den Citybikes durch Vancouver in Richtung Stanley Park. Der zweitgrößte Stadtpark Nordamerikas ist nicht umsonst so beliebt und bekannt: seine einzigartige Lage am Pacifik verleiht dem Park einen tollen Flair mit Meerblick. Mit dem Radl ist es am besten den riesigen Park zu erkunden und all seine Sehenswürdigkeiten zu bestaunen wie zum Beispiel die totem Pfähle der Indianer, die verborgenen und verlassenen Seen, die Aussichtspunkte, die vielzähligen Strände und natürlich den Regenwald artigen Wald. Dieser Park ist eine himmlische Oase mitten in der Stadt Vancouvers! Unseren letzten Tag in der Stadt verbrachten wir im naheliegenden "Lynn Canyon". Hier kann man über eine Hängebrücke eine tiefe Schlucht überqueren, Wasserfälle bestauenen, von Klippen in das eiskalte Gletscherwasser springen und ganz viel wandern. Auch dieser Tag war sehr aufregend, aber auch anstrengend. Schließlich mussten wir uns auf unser großes Campingabenteuer vorbereiten, denn am nächsten Tag sollte es losgehen. Wir alle vier waren blutige Campinganfänger und ich glaube auch, dass wir uns alle nicht genau vorstellen konnten wie es wohl die nächsten zweieinhalb Wochen wird auf engsten Raum zu wohnen und durch Kanada zu reisen. Das große Abenteuer konnte losgehen! 1. Tag: Alice Lake, kurz vor Whistler - Wohnwagenübergabe - Stopp in Squamish - Besichtigung der Shannon Falls - Sea to Sky Highway - schöner, am Fluss gelegener Campingplatz 2. Tag: Lillooet - Brandywine Waterfalls - Erkunden von Whistler - Bewundern von Pemberton - Entdecken der unglaublich schönen und türkisen Joffre Lakes - Bewundern des Duffey Lakes - Idyllischer Campinplatz direkt in der Wildness und am Fluss 3. Tag: Green Lake, nähe 100 miles House - Besichtigung von Lillooet - Weiterfahrt nach Cache Creek - Durchstöbern mehrer Antiquitätenläden - Essen in einem familären Restaurant -  Baden im eiskalten Green Lake - Kanu fahren im idyllischen See am Campingplatz - wunderschöner Campingplatz an einem traumhaften See 4. Tag: Blue River - Fahrt durch die kahlen, wüstenähnlichen Landschaften - Besichtung alter Ranchen - Stopp in Clearwater - Wanderungen über Vulkangestein und wilde Natur im Wells Gray Provincial Park - Bestaunen der Wasserschnellen und des Spahata Wasserfalles - Abenteuerliche Wanderung bis an den Rand des Helmcken Wasserfalles - Schlimmste Mückeninvasion aller Zeiten am Campingplatz 5. Tag: Mount Robson - Feiern des "Canada Days" im kleinen Bergdorf Valemount mit kleiner Parade - Erlebnisreiche Wanderung entlang des Mount Robson bis zum türkisen Kinney Lake - Weitere Stopps an verschiedenen Aussichtspunkten und Wasserfällen - Traumhafter Campingplatz direkt vor dem beeindruckenden Mount Robson 6. Tag: Jasper - Wanderung zu den Wasserfällen des Fraser River - Erkunden von Jasper - Wanderung am Maligne Lake - Stopp am Medicine Lake und Beobachtung von Adlern - Beendruckender Trail entlang des Maligne Canyon - Riesen Campingplatz mit vielen Rehen und Hirschen 7. Tag: Icefieldparkway - Traumhafte Wanderung zum "Valley of the five Lakes" - Bestaunen der Athabasca Waterfalls - Beeindruckende Sicht auf den Athabasca Glacier - Wanderung zum Columbia Icefield - Atemberaubende Wanderung auf den "Parker Ridge" mit wunderschöner Aussicht - Natur Campingplatz in mitten der Rockies 8. Tag: Banff - Durchfahrt des Big Hill und Bend -  Wanderung zum berühmte Peyto Lake - Genießen der Sicht auf den Waterfowl Lake - Beeindruckende Wanderung am türkisen Bow Lake, über die Gletscherzunge bis zum Anfang des Gletschers - Faszinierende Sicht auf den Lake Louise - Campingplatz direkt in Banff mit beeindruckender Sicht auf die Steilwand 9. Tag: Radium Hot Springs - Erkunden von Banff - Wanderungen um Banff mit faszinierenden Aussichten - Weiterfahrt duch den Kootenay Provincial Park - Besichtigung des Marble Canyon - Entdeckung der beeindruckenden "Paint Pots" - Bestaunen der Dickhornschafe - Süßer Campingplatz mit schöner Aussicht auf das Tal 10. Tag: Kimberley - Start in den Tag mit einem Bad in den Hotsprings - Besichtigung der historischen Stadt und lebenden Museums Fort Steele - Fahrt aus den Rockies und immer mehr in die Wüstenlandschaft - Erkunden des süßen Kimberleys (kanadisches bayrisches Dorf) - Wunderschöner Campingplatz mit Pool und Lage auf dem Berg 11. Tag: Balfour - Fahrt in das Okanagon Valley - Entdecken vieler, schöner Orte - Nehmen der längsten, kostenfreien Fähre über den Kootenay Lake - Badestop am Kootenay Lake 12. Tag: Granby Provincial Park - Stop in vielen kleinen, süßen Dörfern - Steine und Holz sammeln an Flussufern - Badestop am Arrow Lake 13. Tag: Kelowna - Entdeckung der Wandbilder in Vernon - Besichtigung eines Obsthofes - Besuchen einer Honigfarm - Badetag 14. Tag: Oliver - Stadtbesichtigung und Spazieren in Kelwona - Weiterfahrt am Okanagon Lake nach Peachland - Kurze Stopps und Erkundung von Summerland und Penticton - Campen am See in Oliver 15. Tag: Manning Park - Fahrt durch Obstanbaugebiete - Grenzübergang in Osoyoos - Badetag an verschiedenen Seen - Erkundung von Princeton 16. Tag: Harrison Hot Springs - Wunderschöne, idyllische Wanderung am Lightining Lake - Erkunden des Manning Provincial Parks - Durchfahrt des Sunshine Valley - Stadterkundung von Hope - Besichtigung des Kurortes Harrison Hot Springs 17. Tag: Vancouver - Zurückfahrt nach Vancouvr und Camperabgabe - Fahrt nach Downtown - Genießen der Hafenatmosphere - Großer Abschied am Flughafen Leider sind die 3 wunderschönen Wochen mit meinen Liebsten viel zu schnell vergangen. Jedoch haben wir so viel zusammen erlebt und eine wunderschöne, unvergessliche Zeit miteinander verbracht. Auch wenn der Abschied schwer gefallen ist, wissen wir alle, dass wir uns bald wieder haben...

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Day 20

I got up really early and headed to Moraine Lake.  Even as early as I was up, there was still a wait to get into the parking lot, I snuck into a spot where someone was leaving right as they closed it to wait until more people left and the road opened up. It was a bit overcast and pretty windy.

I started with a hike out to Consolation Lakes.  It was a quick couple miles through the woods.  It had a creek that ran next to the trail almost all of the way out there.  Then once you made it out to the lakes, there was a huge field of rocks that you had to maneuver your way on top of to get near the lake.  It was a great spot to sit and have your lunch.  The sun kept peeking in and out of the clouds, and you could see the mountains in the background.  I read my book for a bit until it started getting busy and then I headed back to Moraine Lake.

I hiked up to all of the lookout points that are above the lake and then I did the trail that runs alongside of the lake.  It was interesting to watch the color of the lake change as the sun kept shining and then going away.  It was starting to get really busy and the tour buses were arriving so I made my exit.

It was starting to get pretty overcast and even raining in some places.  I went to go to a hike but it was pouring and the hike was high and getting crazy windy so I opted for a different one.  I went to Mistaya Canyon and even though it was a little chilly it wasn’t raining there yet.  I went down to the canyon, which had created some awesome circular rock formations.  I hiked up to the lookout point which was pretty hazy, you couldn’t see much as the smoke from the fire is keeping a pretty thick cloud cover over everything.

I was pretty tired and in bed early, the fact the rain started helped with that, there’s only so much to do when it is pouring!

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Day 21

I woke up today and snoozed my alarm multiple times.  I was going to get up on the early side and do a longer hike but I guess my body was telling me to cool it and sleep in.  I didn’t get moving until pretty late, and I had to leave Lake Louise today which meant waiting for my tent to dry off as it rained yesterday evening and into the night.  There was a slight storm that came in and it even got down to the 40s in temperature, which meant today there was a slight reprieve from the bugs!

I decided to do a smaller hike with my late start and my tired legs.  After packing up and refilling everything I needed to I headed out to Bow Summit and Peyto Lake on the Icefield Parkway.  It was a hike that started from a viewpoint that was about ten minutes from the parking lot, so there were a ton of people there snapping their family pictures and selfies.  The lake was beautiful but the trail then branches off and goes up to Bow Summit where you can see the lake and the glacier easily and no one else is around really.  The hike was pretty easy, up through the trees, but then got steeper and steeper as you reached the summit.  You could still see a little bit of snow on the ground in some places on the way up but then at the top there were large expanses of snow.  The view from the top was just as pretty if not more expansive then the spot where everyone was crowding.  It was pretty cold though, the wind was whipping around and blowing pretty hard.

  Afternoon was spent driving to Banff and setting up my tent in my new spot for the next couple nights and then reading my book.  There is a fire nearby that is causing a lot of haze and smoke, which doesn’t make for awesome hiking when you are breathing in ash and pretty heavy smoke.  I am glad I’ve already been here though for a chunk of time so I got to see the mountains before the fire moved in.

Tomorrow is my last day of hiking in Banff and then off to Calgary for a couple of days!

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  Day 20 & 21 – Lakes, lakes, and more lakes… Day 20 I got up really early and headed to Moraine Lake.  Even as early as I was up, there was still a wait to get into the parking lot, I snuck into a spot where someone was leaving right as they closed it to wait until more people left and the road opened up.