When it comes to Instagram-worthy landscapes, Lake Louise is hard to beat. The village of the same name is little more than a small shopping centre with a selection of restaurants and cafés, but beyond this lies one of the most incredible natural wonders in Banff National Park. It’s the type of scenery you’re used to seeing on postcards - a dazzling lake framed by soaring mountains - but nothing quite compares to experiencing it for yourself. So stunning is the expansive beauty and kaleidoscope of colours that you won’t be able to resist taking that picture-perfect shot.
When it comes to the most tourist-heavy spots in Banff National Park, Lake Louise clinches the top spot. Having said that, the mesmerising views make putting up with the crowds more than worthwhile. The area is a haven for wildlife too, with the chance to see one of nature’s most fascinating creatures - the grizzly bear. Hiking trails around the lake and in the mountains are plentiful, and there’s also the opportunity to go biking, horse riding and canoeing. And for those who want to take a more laid-back approach to sightseeing, picturesque picnic spots, gondola rides and historic tea houses invite you to take a well-earned rest and admire the views.
So whether you want to venture off the beaten track into the wilderness or enjoy a more leisurely sightseeing tour, you won’t be short on things to see and do in Lake Louise.