Lake Minnewanka
Beaches, Lakes, Rivers, Wilderness, Mountains, Trails
Day Trip
Outdoors, Sports & Recreation
Mobility Obstacles: Dirt/off-road walking
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Lake Minnewanka
Towering Peaks and Clear Blue Waters
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Lake Minnewanka Rd (Banff National Park) Banff, Alberta T1L 1K2 |
+1 403 762 1550 (Banff National Park) Fax: +1 403 762 3380 (Banff National Park) |
Description
Humans have lived on the shores of Lake Minnewanka for 10,000 years, and it is easy to see why: the lake, surrounded by evergreen forests and the towering summits of the Rocky Mountains, is spectacular and offers a myriad of recreational possibilities. If you like to swim, hike, fish, sail, or boat, this place holds a natural attraction. The original shoreline of the lake is now underwater after the lake was dammed in 1895, and then again in 1912 and 1941, but scuba divers can still visit Minnewanka Landing, a once thriving summer resort now submerged in the lake.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 8am-6pm, dailyVisit Time: 1hr-3hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $5-$10
Exposure
Outdoor with little or no covering.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: All AgesAges that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Automobile/Car
Bicycle
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: Free
Parking Safety: Safe
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