Top Things to do in Waterton Lakes National Park
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Discover the best top things to do in Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta including Crypt Lake Trail, Bear's Hump, Blakiston & Co., Dark Sky Guides, Cameron Lake, Upper Waterton Lake, Waterton Shoreline Cruise Co., Red Rock Canyon, Waterton Village, Cameron Falls.
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1. Crypt Lake Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 281 reviews
Reviewed By Burkendah - Cold Lake, Canada
No trip to Waterton National Park would be complete without a hike to Crypt Lake. It is probably one of the most difficult hikes but it is well worth it. The landscapes are stunning, the views are amazing, the lake itself is one of the most beautiful I have ever soon (and I have traveled all over the world). The trail is full of plants, insects, birds and mammals (mule deer, squirrels, prairie dogs, marmots) The feeling of accomplishment when you complete the hike is genuine. It is a tough hike but anyone with enough determination can do it.
2. Bear's Hump
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By bienbonita - Calgary, Canada
Went with hubby and our niece over Labour Day weekend. We climbed late afternoon on a pretty chilly day. I’m not an expert hiker and I’ve only started hiking this year so every step for me was accompanied by huffing-and-puffing. I stayed about a few metres down and just enjoyed the unobstructed view of Prince of Wales Hotel while hubby and niece went all the way to the top.
3. Blakiston & Co.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 86 reviews
At Blakiston & Co. Adventure Rentals, we believe stand-up paddle boarding is one of the best ways to explore Waterton's hidden gems. If paddle boarding is not your thing we also rent, canoes, kayaks and other adventure vehicles. We are explorers and adventurers at heart, and we live and breathe outdoor living.
Reviewed By shawnsH5167GA
Easy online booking. Friendly staff. Quality equipment. Will definitely be back again and will recommend to others.
4. Dark Sky Guides
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
Dark Sky Guides offers guided interpretive nighttime tours and stargazing opportunities in Waterton Lakes National Park, by providing tour participants with the chance to stargaze using quality telescopes, binoculars, and other stargazing equipment. The Dark Sky Guides are storytellers that deliver personable, memorable, interpretive tours that focus on showcasing the night sky, the moon and neighboring planets, deep sky objects like distant nebulae and star clusters, the Milky Way Galaxy, constellations, and even Aurora Borealis and nocturnal creatures. Ultimately, we encourage people to foster their own personal connection with both the night sky and Waterton Lakes National Park. Join us and Discovery your Universe!
5. Cameron Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 396 reviews
The climax of a 16 km (10 mile) scenic highway known as the Akamina Parkway, is Cameron Lake. Nestled between the majestic mountain peaks of the Akamina Ridge, this sub-alpine lake is one of many serene bodies of water that makes up Waterton Lakes National Park. Beautiful Cameron lake is a great place to rent a canoe and grizzlies are often seen on the far slopes.
Reviewed By sandraburke9189 - Lacombe, Canada
Beautiful lake and inlet to Waterton Lake Townsite. Tour boats are on hand; canoeing and paddle boats are allowed. US border just across the way! Mountain backdrop awesome. Didnt take part in this activity, weather was too cold, rough and very windy but just imagine the locations; awesome. Visit in 2021 Spring.
6. Upper Waterton Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 229 reviews
Reviewed By Altius10 - Calgary, Canada
Our first trip here so decided to stay for a couple of nights. A quiet and very quaint town in mid September. We still had warm weather with some sun trying to break through the smoke from the California wildfires. Loved the trails around the lake. The picnic tables beside the lake were perfect for an outdoor lunch. Finally - the view of the lake was outstanding from the hiking trails at higher elevations.
7. Waterton Shoreline Cruise Co.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 629 reviews
Waterton Shoreline Cruises is a small family-owned tour boat company in Waterton Lakes National Park that offers informative and entertaining sight-seeing tours of Upper Waterton Lake, as well as shuttle service to the remote Crypt Landing.
8. Red Rock Canyon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 859 reviews
Reviewed By GallantJ - Alberta, Canada
We visited Red Rock Canyon in July 2020. The drive along Red Rock Canyon was beautiful and scenic. We were disappointed that we didn't see any wildlife as others had mentioned, but the landscape is amazing and shows the devastation left by the fire. The wild flower ground cover is impressive, as it grows up where the trees were once super thick. There are two parking lots at the canyon, both of which fill up quickly by mid-day. There are also washrooms on site. We arrived at 9:30 on a Thursday, well before the crowds, and had the place almost to ourselves. I've seen pictures of the canyon crowded with hundreds of people, which is the way it was by the time we left a few hours later. Definitely go early for a more serene experience. One of the bridges was out, so it wasn't possible to do a complete loop around the canyon. The park is undergoing lots of repairs and upgrades since the fire. It's great to see the area coming back since the fire, so this is all part of the process. It's a super easy hike around the canyon, and we were able to safely venture down into it and explore. The kids liked playing the cold water. Some people sat and had a lunch. From the canyon, there are a number of hiking paths and horse trails of varying difficulty levels. We chose to hike up to Blackiston Falls (about 1 km), and while we turned around here, there is a much longer hike that continues past this point. The path is clear all the way and the scenery absolutely beautiful. At the falls, they have built two look-off platforms. It is an easy hike for all ages. I highly recommend going early in the day, or perhaps even later in the evening. By the time we left, people were circling the parking lot looking for spaces, the canyon was full of visitors, and the place just didn't feel as nice. Overall, a great experience. A beautiful spot!
9. Waterton Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 571 reviews
Reviewed By sueb1984
This town site is extremely walkable with a good selection of shops, restaurants and fast food. If you have the time, you can rent bikes to get around or simply pick up a coffee and browse.
10. Cameron Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 343 reviews
Reviewed By arlenen750 - Calgary, Canada
Cameron Falls is located right in town and offers many viewing points that are an easy walk. Lots of parking available.
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