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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.

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4.7 based on 1441 reviews
“Photographer's Dream”
Photographer
August 15, 2026, by Boyd J
Quite stunning, especially the blue green colour of the water.
“Beautiful”
Beautiful
August 13, 2026, by The_Wanderer1992
While exploring the national parks in the area, we stopped here. We arrived around 7:30 a.m. Plenty of parking with way less people than nearby Lake Louise. This lake is just as beautiful with the...
“Emerald Lake”
Emerald Lake
August 10, 2026, by Bill K
Emerald Lake is right up there on the list with Lake Louise & Moraine Lake. The color is amazing and it is serene and peaceful once you leave the lodge area. There are lots of people near the lodge...