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Peyto Lake – Banff National Park
00:42
2.43km
60m
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Of all the beautiful mountain lakes in Banff National Park, Peyto Lake is the most radiant. Stone pigments ground up by the glacier reach the lake in the meltwater, bestowing it with wonderful colour. The water is milky, but when the sun shines on it, it reflects in a uniquely…
Last updated: December 9, 2024
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Parking
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670 m
Peyto Lake Viewpoint
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1.15 km
Peyto Lake Natural Viewpoint
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2.43 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
1.25 km
1.13 km
Surfaces
1.34 km
1.04 km
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We could have saved the money at Moraine Lake, because in my opinion, Peyto Lake is much more beautiful. Trust Komoot and turn left at the viewing terrace. Then you'll avoid the Japanese and have the lake and the view almost to yourself.
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October 12, 2024
Of all the beautiful mountain lakes in Banff National Park, Peyto Lake is the most radiant. Stone pigments ground up by the glacier reach the lake in the meltwater, bestowing it with wonderful colour. The water is milky, but when the sun shines on it, it reflects in a uniquely bright blue hue. This short
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