Canadian Rockies Larch Hikes Showcase Stunning Scenery
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13 places on the map
Explore the map in the DocentPro app13 attractions in Alberta: Arnica Lake, Taylor Lake, O'Brien Lake, and 10 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in an Instagram post by Bessie Matthew.
Arnica Lake
Lake
4.8
• Hike past the lake to the lookout for better views. • Beautiful reflections of golden larches on calm waters.
Taylor Lake
Lake
4.8
• Continue into the meadow for spectacular golden larches. • The trail offers tranquil beauty.
O'Brien Lake
Lake
5.0
• Consider extending your hike here from Taylor Lake. • Many find it more beautiful than Taylor Lake.
Paradise Valley
Place
• Visit Annette Lake for beautiful views at the start. • Continue through the forest for sweeping mountain vistas. • The end of the trail features a gorgeous waterfall.
Rockbound Lake Trail
Place
• Pass Tower Lake on your way to this lake. • Climb to a lookout for even better views.
Tower Lake
Lake
4.7
• You pass this lake on the way to Rockbound Lake.
Chester Lake
Lake
4.7
• Continue to Elephant Rocks and Three Lakes Valley for stunning views. • We went late in the season, so most larches had lost their needles.
Elephant Rocks
Hiking area
4.8
• Visit these unique formations after Chester Lake.
Healy Pass Trail
Place
• This long hike is very rewarding, especially for larch views. • On the way back, consider the Simpson Pass trail.
Simpson Pass
Natural feature
3.5
• This less-busy path offers beautiful views. • Consider it as part of a loop with Healy Pass.
Wenkchemna Pass
Natural feature
5.0
• Follow the Larch Valley trail and turn left at the bench. • Continue climbing for a stunning view of the Valley of the Ten Peaks.
Eiffel Lake
Lake
4.5
• This lake is along the trail to Wenkchemna Pass.
Valley of the Ten Peaks
Natural feature
4.7
• Get a stunning view of this iconic valley from Wenkchemna Pass.
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