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This is the only way to enjoy the Pearl of the Rockies!

💡【Must read at the beginning】 Lake Louise, rated as one of the "50 Must-See Scenic Spots in the World" by National Geographic, is the blue tears of the Rocky Mountains! The emerald green lake surface transformed by the meltwater from the glaciers and the reflection of the snow-capped mountains look like an oil painting. This nanny-level guide will help you avoid the pitfalls that 90% of tourists make and unlock new ways to play in this wonderland! --- 🌟【Key points before the trip】 🔸Best season: June to September (the lake is the bluest) + winter December to February (magic ice lake) 🔸Transportation: It is recommended to drive 2 hours in Calgary (rent a car with snow tires), or take the Brewster bus 🔸Tickets: Banff National Park day ticket is $10.5/person, it is recommended to buy an annual pass for $72.25 🔸Tips to avoid crowds: Arrive before 7am! The parking lot is full after 8:00 --- 🚣♀️【Must-check-in experience review】 1️⃣ Emerald Lake Canoeing 💰$145/hour (can seat 3 people) | ⏰8:00-19:00 ✨Experience: The shocking feeling of paddling towards Victoria Glacier! The lake is crystal clear, and the red boat is recommended for taking photos. ⚠️Note: The on-site queue starts at 1 hour, and booking on the official website 3 days in advance saves 50%! 2️⃣ Classic hiking route ▫️Lake Agnes Tea House Trail (Intermediate) ⏱2.5 hours round trip | 🌟The aroma of freshly baked pancakes at the Takayama Tea House ▫️Plain of Six Glaciers (Advanced) ⏱5 hours round trip | 🏔️The glacier is within reach 3️⃣ Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Hotel 💰$95/person | 🍰Three-story tower with glacier view Review: The dessert is a bit sweet but the view is unbeatable! It is recommended to book a window seat on the official website 2 weeks in advance --- 📸【Private camera seats revealed】 ① Plank road in the center of the lake: Use a telephoto lens to take pictures of the reflection of the snow-capped mountains (it is recommended to bring a polarizing filter) ② Fairmont Hotel Back Garden: Use maple leaves in the foreground to compose the picture🍁 ③ Winter only: Ice Castle + Starlight Ice Surface (beautiful in December Christmas season) ④ Drone aerial photography: You need to apply for a Canadian flight permit in advance (limited to 120 meters) --- ⚠️【Practical Tips Bonus】 ✅ Must-bring items: bear spray (can be rented at the hotel), trekking poles, sunglasses ✅ A jacket that is easy to put on and take off (the weather in the mountains changes every 5 minutes) ✅ Download the AllTrails APP to check real-time trail conditions ✅ Environmentally friendly travel! Feeding wild animals is prohibited --- 🎿【Peripheral serial gameplay】 📍Moraine Lake (15 minutes by car): The world's first popular rock camera position 📍Banff Town (40 minutes): Visit the Glacier Museum + Soak in the Sulphur Mountain Hot Springs 📍Icefield Parkway (2 hours): Check in on the Columbia Glacier Expedition Vehicle
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Posted: Mar 27, 2025
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