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- Emerald Lake, Columbia-Shuswap, BC V0A 1G0
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Emerald Lake is the jewel of the Yoho Valley. In addition to being its largest lake, it dazzles its visitors with its vibrant colour and stunning location among the backdrop of the Presidents Range mountains.
Being only a short drive from the Trans-Canada highway makes this location easy to access. The Lake is best enjoyed by renting a canoe or taking a leisurely walk along the 5.2km lake loop that provides stunning views of the water and surrounding mountains. Along this walk, visitors often see a variety of wildlife, from ground squirrels, marmots, bears, loons, and moose. Emerald Lake draws in visitors all year round, offering a variety of hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing trails.
While it is one of the most popular destinations in the Yoho Valley, it can often be enjoyed with fewer crowds than Moraine Lake or Lake Louise, especially once you branch out to the trails.
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Emerald Lake is the jewel of the Yoho Valley. In addition to being its largest lake, it dazzles its visitors with its vibrant colour and stunning location among the backdrop of the Presidents Range mountains. Being only a short drive from the Trans-Canada highway makes this location easy to access. The Lake is best enjoyed by renting a canoe or taking a leisurely walk along the 5.2km lake loop that provides stunning views of the water and surrounding mountains. Along this walk, visitors often see a variety of wildlife, from ground squirrels, marmots, bears, loons, and moose. Emerald Lake draws in visitors all year round, offering a variety of hiking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing trails. While it is one of the most popular destinations in the Yoho Valley, it can often be enjoyed with fewer crowds than Moraine Lake or Lake Louise, especially once you branch out to the trails. Photos and videos: Vlad Umnov
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- Address: Emerald Lake, Columbia-Shuswap, BC V0A 1G0
- Web: www.banfflakelouise.com
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