Aylmer Lookaout at Lake Minnewanka – Banff National Park

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Aylmer Lookaout at Lake Minnewanka – Banff National Park

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Aylmer Lookaout at Lake Minnewanka – Banff National Park

07:16

23.9km

730m

Hiking

Due to the amount of elevation gain and its length, this Tour is only suitable for experienced hikers. Start early to ensure a parking space and the opportunity to enjoy the hike in relative peace. It’s more than worth it – the view from Mt Aylmer is definitely one of…

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Last updated: December 9, 2024

Tips

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Banff National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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978 m

Lake Minnewanka

Highlight • Lake

The lake offers so many possibilities. There are boat tours, but you can also rent a canoe. The lake is great for fishing and swimming. The shore is suitable for …

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1.62 km

Stewart Canyon

Highlight • Canyon

The Cascade River flows through the canyon into Lake Minnewanka. The water is crystal clear.

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11.9 km

View of Lake Minnewanka from Mount Aylmer Lookout

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From here you can see the entire Lake Minnewanka, snow-covered peaks and gullies. Today the lookout is mainly a treeless alpine meadow, but if you look closely, you can still …

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23.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.3 km

9.03 km

541 m

Surfaces

14.3 km

7.82 km

1.75 km

Elevation

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Highest point (2,040 m)

Lowest point (1,480 m)

Weather

Thursday 15 October

6°C

-4°C

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Comments

June 16, 2022,Lake Minnewanka View – Lake Minnewanka Reservoir Loop from Cochrane Lake

still too much snow, and the direct route between the lookout and the pass doesn't seem to exist (anymore), rather take the official route

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October 7, 2024

Due to the amount of elevation gain and its length, this Tour is only suitable for experienced hikers. Start early to ensure a parking space and the opportunity to enjoy the hike in relative peace. It’s more than worth it – the view from Mt Aylmer is definitely one of the most beautiful in Banff. You

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