The Miners’ path to Rainbow Falls is an pleasant, easy trail to a waterfall in Coleman near the Crowsnest Pass, Alberta. It is perfect place to walk in hot weather as the trail is shady and alongside a creek. This is a historic trail that was used by 200-ish men a day to walk from their homes in Coleman to the McGillivray Mine from 1909-1957. Nowadays it is just families and hikers that walk here; It’s a fab spot if…
Emerald Lake is pretty alpine lake (elevation is 1,330m) right next to Highway 3 near the Crowsnest Pass, on the border between British Columbia and Alberta. The lake is connected to the larger Crowsnest Lake by a stream. We decided to stop at the Emerald Lake side of the highway because we could see there was a short trail around the lake (whereas on the Crowsnest Lake side, you can’t really walk far.) It was a really pleasant place to…
The Townsite Loop is the easiest hike in Waterton Lakes National Park. This mellow trail will take you along the shores of Upper Waterton Lake, through the town as well as to the lovely Cameron Falls. We added on a second teeny loop around the Prince of Wales Hotel; Although this is not part of the original trail, it’s well worth the extra steps. We did this trail after the Bear’s Hump trail and waffles for breakfast. It was a…
If you want to go hiking in Waterton Lakes, one of the most fun (and cost effective) ways to stay in the area is to go camping. The Townsite Campground within Waterton Park is great! It has lovely soft grass to pitch your tent and hook ups for folks who camp in RVs. The camping area is next to a beach on Upper Waterton Lake so perfect if you need a quick dip to cool down before bed. Camping at…