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Emerald Lake
Emerald Lake
This turquoise gem is in Yoho National Park. It's a great spot for canoeing and is one of the best ways to enjoy a sunny day in the Canadian Rockies. Easy Access off the Trans-Canada Highway 1, east of Golden.
TripAdvisor® Traveler Reviews
based on 1418 reviews
“One of the best turquoise lakes in Yoho National Park. It had an excellent walking path around the lake. Canoe rentals.”
September 05, 2025, by E1178TFpatm
The lake was so beautiful! The path around the lake was smooth and very easy to walk with numerous places to take pictures or just sit on a bench and look over the water. Get there early for parking
“GORGEOUS!”
September 03, 2025, by Summit307
What a beautiful stop. There is parking. The lake is beautiful... the lodge is rustically elegant. I could have spent a lot time here... it is a beautiful way to spend a day.
The walking paths...
“Glorious, but come early in high season.”
September 02, 2025, by andyjanec
This place is stunning. We came very early before the shop and canoes were open and it was cold, even in August. The mist on the lake was eery and the water a deep blue without the sun on it. The...