Sight
Grassi Lakes
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Grassi Lakes are two vividly turquoise alpine lakes nestled in the Canadian Rockies near Canmore. The hike to the lakes is a moderate 4-kilometer round trip that gains about 300 meters in elevation, passing through lush forest and past a waterfall. Interpretive signs along the trail explain the area's geology, wildlife, and significance to the Stoney Nakoda people. The lakes' striking color comes from dissolved minerals in the glacial runoff, creating a surreal and photogenic destination.
Don't miss
- Marvel at the brilliant turquoise water caused by glacial rock flour
- Spot interpretive signs about local plants, animals, and Indigenous culture
- Picnic at the upper lake with views of the surrounding cliffs
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Grassi Lakes
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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