Natural Lake
Bow Lake
Banff, AB
Stunning turquoise glacial watersViews of Bow GlacierIconic Icefields Parkway stopSurrounding mountain peaksHistoric Num-Ti-Jah Lodge on the shorelineAccessible year-round scenery
About Bow Lake
Bow Lake is one of the most photographed lakes in the Canadian Rockies, fed by the Bow Glacier and reflecting dramatic mountain scenery. Located along the scenic Icefields Parkway, it offers easily accessible shoreline walks and breathtaking panoramic views. Visitors are encouraged to respect the pristine natural environment and leave no trace.
Things to Do
Shoreline walking
Hiking to Bow Glacier Falls
Wildlife watching
Picnicking
Painting and sketching
Birdwatching