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Emerald Lake
Emerald Lake
This turquoise gem is in Yoho National Park. It's a great spot for canoeing and is one of the best ways to enjoy a sunny day in the Canadian Rockies. Easy Access off the Trans-Canada Highway 1, east of Golden.
TripAdvisor® Traveler Reviews
based on 1426 reviews
“Beautiful location, lovely staff”
May 14, 2026, by mirembeLondon
The location is just fantastic, on the edge of the lake, you can't help but be blown away by the amazing views. Staff are great, special mention to Libby one of the serving staff and Tristan on the...
“Stunning view, amazing to canoe”
March 16, 2026, by 933theresas
Absolutely stunning lake!! We visited in September 2025. The crowds were midsize, I would say. Parking was mostly full, but still some spots. I imagine the parking gets full in the summertime. We...
“Amazing Views - great spot for picnic and photos”
December 03, 2025, by chait1788
Emerald lake has free parking and multiple trails you can take to enjoy the beautiful scenery. We stayed close to the lodge and took lots of photos. Lake and lodge are beautiful and make for great...