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Moraine Lake

Moraine Lake Rd. off Great Divide Hwy., Lake Louise, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
5.0 of 5 stars 189 Reviews
Type: Bodies of Water
Activities: Hiking, Getting married
Traveller Description: Getting to Moraine Lake There are a number of ways to get to Moraine Lake but if you don't have a car you will need to take a tour company or, better... more »
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east sussex
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

Didn't get a chance to see Moraine Lake, as with some roads it was closed as still very snowy in parts and roads weren't cleared. But we knew that would be the case travelling early May, Bonus to that is very few tourist and children about!! More

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Plano, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Great trails to hike if you can get on them. Hiking by committee, groups of 5 or 6 all strangers and all with different capibilities for distance and rate of ascent, made this one set of trails we've avoided the last few trips into the area. Beautiful from the ridgeline, and the hike into Sentinel Pass is very cool. Too... More

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Bangalore, India
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
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Moraine lake is so scenic and unique with valley of ten peaks and spectacular color of water. It is located at Lake Louise area. You will see the sign for Moraine lake. Take that road you will end up in the parking lot. Don't miss it on your Banff trip. More

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Canberra, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012
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We were unable to access Moraine Lake as the road was closed and the lake completely frozen and it was end May 2011. Very disappointed. More

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atlanta
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
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You can see the valley of the 10 peaks. The color of the water is magical. We visited in July 2008 and you can hike and boat or simply sit and watch the serene beauty. My kids loved to put pebbles in the water, the water was very cold even though it was July. More

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Sydney
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012
4
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This lake was truly one of the best places we visited on our trip. It's stunning, breathtaking and almost unbelievable, the color of the water is amazing and the surrounding scenery is beautiful. In comparison to Lake Louise we loved it so much more. It was less touristy and more scenic, definitely recommend visiting, and if you only have time... More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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32 reviews 32 reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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Breathtaking, grand vista, unreal water color as in many of the neighboring glacier-fed lakes. More

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Canada
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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Honestly I can't believe how blue the water is here! You must visit. Try to go on a sunny day vs. overcast to get some great pictures. I went in the summer and it was not overly busy either. Bring a light jacket too! More

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Amersham, United Kingdom
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
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Once was a quarry that earnt allot of money for the area. Now an outstanding natural beauty, this lake reflects it's wonders all over the world. One Of the best places for photographs to reflect on the magnificent wonders that lies on the bottom of the lake. One of most out standing lakes in the world! More

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Calgary
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
3
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Spectacular views and magnificent scenery. Unsurpassed beauty that stops you right in your tracks as you catch your first glimpse. Parking is a serious problem if you are unfamiliar with the territory. Canoeing is the highlight not to be missed. Plan for plenty of time for a once in a lifetime hiking experience. More

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