Moraine Lake
The Wild North · day 1

Moraine Lake

Why here

The most jaw-dropping lake in the Rockies — the colour at sunrise is almost lurid.

Ten peaks, and a lake the colour of a flame's heart.
When to come
season
mid-June to early October
time
sunrise
weather
still for the reflection
crowd
no private cars — shuttle/book ahead

The road is closed to private vehicles; you must pre-book a shuttle or guided transit, often weeks ahead.

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