Moraine Lake

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Moraine Lake, Banff, Banff

The Basics

Moraine Lake, one of the most photographed spots in the Canadian Rockies, is a common fixture on sightseeing tours of Banff National Park, Lake Louise, and Yoho National Park. Moraine Lake tours depart from Banff and Calgary, and typically include sightseeing stops at other Alberta beauty spots such as Victoria Glacier, Takakkaw Falls, Lake Louise, and Bow, Emerald, and Peyto lakes. Moraine Lake is also a stop on the hop-on, hop-off Banff bus, which runs between Banff and Lake Louise. Active travelers can opt for a 5.6-mile (9-kilometer) guided hike through Larch Valley, or, in summer, rent a canoe from the Moraine Lake Boathouse and paddle out onto the water.

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Lake Louise & Yoho N.P (Moraine Lake June to mid-Oct) from Calgary or Banff

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US$123,30 per adult

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Amazing tour

The excellent tour guide and the view also the weather....thanks for a great trip. My bucket list....

Susie, May 2023

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Jessica_D, May 2023

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Yoho national park Day Trip

Our tour guide was very friendly and took pictures for my family and friends. Moraine Lake was closed so he took the time to take up to spirit lake.

relaxed and recharged

Christal_M, May 2023

Lake Louise & Banff & Moraine Lake Tour from Calgary or Banff

I wanted to go to Banff and area and my husband did want to drive or have to find parking. We agreed on our first tour It was a wonderful relaxing trip. Really liked that we got to do our own exploring, was a little bummed that we did get to go to Johnson canyon or Moraine Lake due to forest fires. The extra time at Lake Louise was used to hike the area and it was so beautiful. Our trip was so much FUN and we will do it again. Thanks

Lovely snow walking on trails & frozen lakes, great experience!

Sherrell_N, Mar 2023

Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway - Full-Day Tour

1) Robbie our guide & driver was professional & friendly; knowledgeable & welcoming in introducing the sites. 2) He ensured the group’s safety & didn’t rush thru sites we visited. Also helped to spot wild life while driving. 3) Offered good suggestions for lunch options (skip Laggan’s Mountain Bakery tho, coffee wasn’t up to standard)

I loved the excursion....

Jennifer_P, May 2023

Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Yoho national park Day Trip

I loved the excursion. However, it did not include lunch & a couple of the stops were only 15 minutes. It would be better if they were 30 minutes. We stayed at Lake Louise for 1.5 hrs. The line to kayak was over an hour so don't plan for that. Otherwise that was plenty of time. Lake Moraine was closed so we went to 2 Jack & Minnewanka instead. Emerald Lake is beautiful 💚

A memorable tour

Jazz, May 2023

Lake Louise & Banff & Moraine Lake Tour from Calgary or Banff

We were in a small group and it was the best. Ibrahim who drove us and gave us a tour was very nice, patient and kind. It made our tour so much more fun. It was a very memorable. Thank you!

Great tour!

Gonca_E, May 2023

Lake Louise & Banff & Moraine Lake Tour from Calgary or Banff

Had a great time! Our tour guide Dennis was very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable! I would definitely recommend this tour.

Great day

David_O, May 2023

Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway - Full-Day Tour

Rob was a great guide! So much knowledge about the area. The tour is wonderful and we are so glad we did it.

Great way to see a lot in a short period of time!

Rachel_H, May 2023

Lake Louise & Banff & Moraine Lake Tour from Calgary or Banff

I booked this tour on a quick trip to Calgary as an easy way to see some of Banff. Dennis, our guide, was prompt and friendly. He informed us of a variety of facts about the area, its people, and the park. We had more than enough time at each stop and got to see a lot in one day!

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Crayton_H, May 2023

Private Tour to Banff National Park with Louise and Moraine Lakes

It was a pleasure to have Ali as a guide, and I would highly recommend him. Very informative and knowledgeable.

Excellent

Joung_O, May 2023

Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway - Full-Day Tour

Great experience! Rob was very knowledgeable and had great sense of humor. Moraine lake was closed, so it was disappointing, but we just have to be back for it.

The perfect tour ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Elena_N, May 2023

Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway - Full-Day Tour

A lifetime experience! Rob is very knowledgeable and passion about its tours, he took us to AMAZING places and gave us lots of useful info about each place, he is friendly and funny and makes cool jokes. His van looks GREAT too! It was the best day out ever and I can't recommend it enough! Outstanding from all points of view!

Day trip lake Louise and Yoho NP

MarieFrancoise_M, Apr 2023

Lake Louise & Yoho N.P (Moraine Lake June to mid-Oct) from Calgary or Banff

Wonderful trip ! Jessie our guide was very caring and nice. A nice day with stunning views. I highly recommend this tour.

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Things to Know Before You Go

Moraine Lake is a must-see for photographers and appreciators of natural beauty.
Wear sturdy shoes, as the lakeside trail can be uneven.
Bring warm clothes. Even on pleasant summer days, weather patterns here are unpredictable and can change rapidly.

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How to Get There

Moraine Lake is about nine miles (14 kilometers) from Lake Louise. Follow Moraine Lake Road, which branches off from Lake Louise Drive. Parking is limited at the site, and finding a spot can take some time. Private shuttles also depart from Lake Louise, while Parks Canada shuttles run from the Lake Louise overflow parking lot from mid-September to mid-October.

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When to Get There

Access to Moraine Lake is available from mid-May through mid-October. The lake is fed by glacier melt, and water levels often remain low until late June. Larch tree viewing season, between mid-September and mid-October, is the busiest period. Sunrise is one of the best times for photographs, when the soft, low-angle light shines on the peaks and sightseers are few and far between.

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Where to Find the Best Views of Moraine Lake

For views of Lake Moraine that will have you reaching for your camera, follow the 1,150-foot (350-meter) Rockpile Trail. The trail begins at the parking lot, crosses over a bridge, and connects to a series of stone steps. The steps lead up to the top of some glacial rock, from which elevated viewpoints offer sublime lake vistas. Other trails in the vicinity include the 2-mile (3-kilometer) Lakeshore Trail, a relatively easy lakeside route.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

What are the nearest attractions to Moraine Lake?

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Moraine Lake

The Basics

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