Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Lake Louise

We've collected top 10 mentioned nature and parks in Lake Louise from other articles such as Lonely Planet Top Choices, Canada 21 days itinerary, Travel Banff Canada.

Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Lake Louise

Moraine Lake
Moraine Lake
4.8 (1572 ratings)5 (5194 ratings)
Dramatic, glacier-fed lake with a distinctive blue-green color, plus hiking trails & a canoe dock.
Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada
LakeNature & ParksBodies of Water
Mentioned by Travel Banff Canada
12 Best Places for Stand Up Paddle Boarding in Banff National Park and Area
"The most iconic lake in Banff National Park and the one that EVERYONE is trying to get to, Moraine Lake. While it’s most popular for canoe rentals, you can paddle board on Moraine Lake. If you had your heart set on paddle boarding on Moraine Lake, you’ll need to beat the rush to get a parking spot before they close the road when the parking lot is full."
Mentioned by The MILEPOST
Five Things to do in Banff National Park
"The waters of this glacial lake are famous for being a vivid turquoise. Light reflecting off particles of glacial rock flour gives the lake its hue. The intense color and water level both peak in late June, but the lake is stunning any time of year."
Bow Lake
Bow Lake
4.8 (526 ratings)4.5 (460 ratings)
Small lake within Banff National Park, formed by runoff of the Bow Glacier & with a historic lodge.
Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada
LakeNature & ParksBodies of Water
Mentioned by Banff 3 days itinerary
3 Days in Banff: The Best 3 Day Banff Summer Itinerary
"There are numerous stops on the Icefield Parkway such as Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Columbia Icefield, Athabasca waterfalls and hiking trails. You won’t have enough time to drive the entire Icefield Parkway and most people drive an hour to the Peyto Lake viewing point before they turn back to Lake Louise. Peyto Lake is another alpine glacier fed lake located off the Icefield Parkway, about 40km northwest of Lake Louise. Most people don’t visit the lake itself but rather walk up to the view point to admire the lake from above."
Mentioned by Canada 21 days itinerary
A Perfect 21-Day Itinerary For First Time Visitors To Canada
"Some stops worth mentioning include Athabasca Falls, Athabasca Glacier, Cirrus Mountain Viewpoint, Chephren Lake, and Bow Lake. One of my favourites is Peyto Lake, which is a lake shaped like a wolf that is surrounded by endless amounts of pine trees and mountain ranges. The water is so blue it looks like Kool-Aid (maybe it is, who knows)."
Mentioned by Alberta 9 days itinerary
9 Day Alberta Itinerary
"Do not miss out on Athabasca falls, Pyramid Lake, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake, and Abraham Lake to see the frozen ice bubbles. We did not get to see this but I know I’ll have to make another visit back!"
Lake Louise
Lake Louise
4.5 (6337 ratings)
Lake Louise is a hamlet in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, known for its turquoise, glacier-fed lake ringed by high peaks and overlooked by a stately chateau. Hiking trails wind up to the Lake Agnes Tea House for bird's-eye views. There's a canoe dock in summer, and a skating rink on the frozen lake in winter. The Lake Louise Ski Resort features a wildlife interpretive center at the top of a gondola.
Alberta, Canada
Nature & ParksBodies of Water
Mentioned by Canada 21 days itinerary
Vancouver - Canadian Rockies - Vancouver Road Trip Plan
"You will spend some time around quaint little mountain towns: Canmore, Banff, Lake Louise, travel through the World famous Icefields Parkway and visit the largest National Park in the Canadian Rockies - Jasper. On the way back west to Vancouver this guide will take you via Wells Gray Provincial Park and back along the Sea to Sky Highway to give you a chance to see all the things you didn't manage to see on the way up."
Mentioned by Banff 5 days itinerary
Banff Itinerary 5 Days (perfect for non-hikers)
"40 minutes from Banff is the beautiful Lake Louise. Lake Louise is known for its turquoise, glacier-fed lake ringed by high peaks and overlooked by a stately chateau (Hotel Chateau Lake Louise). Access to the lake is free."
Johnston Canyon, Lower Falls
Johnston Canyon, Lower Falls
4.7 (2848 ratings)4.5 (2220 ratings)
Famous trail taking hikers past numerous waterfalls & plunge pools in a rocky canyon.
Canada, Improvement District No. 9, AB T1L 1K2, Canada
Scenic spotNature & ParksCanyons
Mentioned by Alberta 8 days itinerary
Canadian Rockies Road Trip Itinerary- 8 Days in Alberta’s Rocky Mountains
"Canyon-clinging catwalks will lead you through the gorge to two waterfalls- the Lower Falls at 1.1 km, then the Upper Falls at 2.7 km. Most people end their hike at the Upper Falls, but we recommend carrying on another 3 kilometers to the Ink Pots. Here you can enjoy seven greenish-blue pools of spring water surrounded by open meadows. It’s a fantastic place for a quiet picnic."
Mentioned by Banff 3 days itinerary
3 Days in Banff: The Best 3 Day Banff Summer Itinerary
"Morning: Johnston Canyon Afternoon: Banff Gondola or Tunnel Mountain Hike or East of Rundle Hike (In Canmore) Evening: Dinner in Banff (the Town) If you are doing to Calgary to Banff drive in the morning then you can push the activities above to later in the day since Banff in the summer has a lot of day lights and the sun does not set till 10pm or so at night."
Emerald Lake
Emerald Lake
4.8 (750 ratings)4.5 (1113 ratings)
Mountains reflect in this clear, green-hued lake with a hiking trail & boathouse for canoe rentals.
Columbia-Shuswap A, BC V0A 1G0, Canada
LakeNature & ParksBodies of Water
Mentioned by Banff 3 days itinerary
3 Days in Banff: The Best 3 Day Banff Summer Itinerary
"Most visitors do not know about Yoho National Park but it has some amazing lakes and waterfalls such as the Emerald Lake, Takakkaw Falls, Wapta Falls, and Kicking Horse River. If you were able to do more each day during your 3 days in Banff and have extra time, then you should definitely try to add Yoho National Park to your Banff summer itinerary. You can also check out this Canadian Rockies itinerary to see some other ideas for your Banff visit."
Mentioned by The Banff Blog
20 Best Banff Lakes You Have To Visit
"Emerald Lake is not in Banff but in neighboring Yoho National, making it one of the best lakes near Banff. Given its close proximity, accessibility, and natural beauty, it felt wrong not to include it. Emerald Lake is a stunning lake and makes for a great family-friendly day out."
Yoho National Park Of Canada
Yoho National Park Of Canada
4.7 (4094 ratings)5 (473 ratings)
Mountainous national park with fossil deposits, waterfalls & lakes, plus railway tunnels & wildlife.
Field, BC V0A 1G0, Canada
National parkNature & ParksParks
Mentioned by Banff 3 days itinerary
3 Days in Banff: The Best 3 Day Banff Summer Itinerary
"Optional Day Trip from Banff: Yoho National Park Yoho National Park is a much smaller national park next to Banff National Park. Most visitors do not know about Yoho National Park but it has some amazing lakes and waterfalls such as the Emerald Lake, Takakkaw Falls, Wapta Falls, and Kicking Horse River. If you were able to do more each day during your 3 days in Banff and have extra time, then you should definitely try to add Yoho National Park to your Banff summer itinerary."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Canada
"Although the smallest (1310 sq km) of the four national parks in the Rockies, Yoho is a diamond in the (very) rough. This wilderness is the real deal; it's some of the continent's least tarnished.East of Field on Hwy 1 is the Takakkaw Falls road, open from late June to early October. At 255m, Takakkaw Falls is one of the highest waterfalls in Canada. From here the Iceline Trail, a 20km hiking loop, passes many glaciers and spectacular scenery."
Takakkaw Falls
Takakkaw Falls
4.9 (825 ratings)4.5 (788 ratings)
Soaring waterfall in Yoho National Park with dramatic vistas. Access road closed during the winter.
Yoho National Park, BC V0A 1G0, Canada
WaterfallNature & Parks

Best Outdoor Activities in Lake Louise

The Beehive
The Beehive
4.9 (94 ratings)5 (96 ratings)
9,500-ft. peak & provincial border in the Rocky Mountains, named for its resemblance to a beehive.
Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada
Mountain peakOutdoor ActivitiesGeologic FormationsMountainsHiking Trails
Lake Agnes
Lake Agnes
4.8 (101 ratings)4.5 (424 ratings)
This high-elevation lake may be small but is famous for its awe-inspiring scenery.
Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada
LakeOutdoor ActivitiesHiking TrailsBodies of Water
Mentioned by Your Destination is Everywhere
21 Best Lakes in Banff National Park
"Lake Agnes Teahouse Hike is the most iconic and popular hike in the Lake Louise region. Not only will you get the chance to see Lake Louise from a higher vantage point, you’ll also get to try some delicious tea and pastries at the historic tea house. The hike there is about 3.5 km one-way and is a steady climb throughout."
Mentioned by In A Faraway Land
Where to Get Postcard Worthy Photos in Banff National Park
"Lake Agnes is the only spot on this list that requires a bit of an effort to get to. It's an hour or 90 minutes easy uphill walk. A little exercise won't hurt anyone and if it means sitting and taking in the views on the shoreline of this lake then you can be rest assured that it was worth it."
Burgess Shale Geoscience Foundation
Burgess Shale Geoscience Foundation
4.6 (17 ratings)5 (92 ratings)
201 Kicking Horse Ave, Field, BC V0A 1G0, Canada
Non-profit organizationOutdoor ActivitiesNature & Wildlife Tours
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in British Columbia
"This World Heritage site protects the amazing Cambrian-age fossil beds on Mt Stephen and Mt Field. These 515-million-year-old fossils preserve the remains of marine creatures that were some of the earliest forms of life on earth. You can only get to the fossil beds by guided hikes, which are led by naturalists from the Burgess Shale Geoscience Foundation. Reservations are essential."

Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Lake Louise

Johnston Canyon
Johnston Canyon
4.7 (3362 ratings)4.5 (104 ratings)
National park with hiking trails & bridges to waterfalls, ridges & blue 'ink pot' spring pools.
Bow Valley Pkwy, Improvement District No. 9, AB T1L 1K2, Canada
Hiking areaOutdoor ActivitiesHiking Trails
The Beehive
The Beehive
4.9 (94 ratings)5 (96 ratings)
9,500-ft. peak & provincial border in the Rocky Mountains, named for its resemblance to a beehive.
Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada
Mountain peakOutdoor ActivitiesGeologic FormationsMountainsHiking Trails
Fairview Lookout
Fairview Lookout
4.8 (183 ratings)4.5 (145 ratings)
Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada
Observation deckSights & LandmarksLookouts
Mentioned by Banff 4 days itinerary
Things to do in Banff National Park: 4-Day Itinerary
"There are several trails around Lake Louise including one up to the Agnes Tea House and the Fairview Lookout point. Get here early since the parking lot wasn’t very big. Though, there were shuttle buses from offsite locations to take visitors here."

Best Hiking Trails near Lake Louise

Lake Agnes
Lake Agnes
4.8 (101 ratings)4.5 (424 ratings)
This high-elevation lake may be small but is famous for its awe-inspiring scenery.
Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada
LakeOutdoor ActivitiesHiking TrailsBodies of Water
Mentioned by Your Destination is Everywhere
21 Best Lakes in Banff National Park
"Lake Agnes Teahouse Hike is the most iconic and popular hike in the Lake Louise region. Not only will you get the chance to see Lake Louise from a higher vantage point, you’ll also get to try some delicious tea and pastries at the historic tea house. The hike there is about 3.5 km one-way and is a steady climb throughout."
Mentioned by In A Faraway Land
Where to Get Postcard Worthy Photos in Banff National Park
"Lake Agnes is the only spot on this list that requires a bit of an effort to get to. It's an hour or 90 minutes easy uphill walk. A little exercise won't hurt anyone and if it means sitting and taking in the views on the shoreline of this lake then you can be rest assured that it was worth it."
Sentinel Pass
Sentinel Pass
4.9 (130 ratings)5 (113 ratings)
Challenging hiking trail offers sweeping views of Larch Valley, Paradise Valley & Moraine Lake.
Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada
Hiking areaOutdoor ActivitiesHiking Trails
The Beehive
The Beehive
4.9 (94 ratings)5 (96 ratings)
9,500-ft. peak & provincial border in the Rocky Mountains, named for its resemblance to a beehive.
Improvement District No. 9, AB, Canada
Mountain peakOutdoor ActivitiesGeologic FormationsMountainsHiking Trails

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Lake Louise

4.0 (2740 reviews)
Lake Louise Inn
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$127 /night
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4.2 (847 reviews)
HI Lake Louise Alpine Centre
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$129 /night
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4.8 (40 reviews)
Moraine Lake Lodge
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$27 /night
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