We got away last weekend for 2 days and 3 nights in the Canadian Rockies. Arrived Friday night. Partied a little too much for a sunrise shot on Saturday. None the less we spent Saturday out and about.

First stop was Moraine Lake (near Lake Louise). The valley of the 10 peaks. This used to be the picture on back of the old Canadian $10.00 bill.

Unfortunate it was quite hazy out. Not sure there were some recent forest fires (some road signs indicated so). Really took the details out of the mountains.

Weather on the other hand was unbelievable for this time of year. Mid to high 20's both days. In fact this was the first time ever we have been here and my wife never once put on a light jacket or sweater. Great last weekend of summer.

Click on image twice for larger view

#1 - a quick look at an adjacent peak


#2 Moraine Lake from above


#3


#4


#5 - The end of one of the trails that lead to the back and a pretty rocky area.


#6 - You can always rent canoes for a nice ride.


#7 - The top of this rock pile is where the first few shots were taken from. Yes there is a very navigable path up here on the other side. If you click on the larger size you can see people up there.


#8 - Lots of logs - can really see evidence of the haze here.

[bluenose]

Really like the colour in these, beautiful subject matter as well. Another location to add to my 'bucket' list.

Regards

[Bob Harris]

Those colors in the glacier fed lakes are just unbelievable, beautiful photographed series Dave.

[daacon]

Really like the colour in these, beautiful subject matter as well. Another location to add to my 'bucket' list.
Regards

Thanks bluenose appreciate the comment. There is quite a bit to see in the area you would not be disappointed.

Those colors in the glacier fed lakes are just unbelievable, beautiful photographed series Dave.

Thanks Bob indeed you are correct - the blue green waters are beautiful. This lake does not stay open very long - thaws in late June and will be starting to freeze pretty quick ......

[bdery]

I think the haze contributes to the mood. The third one and the canoes are just fantastic images, deserving to be hung on a wall.

[Jimbo]

Dave, much nicer day then we got. Love them all. What a beautiful location. I see yuou climbed all the way to the top! JIM

[tessfully]

WOW.... stunning shots Dave. Love love love the canoe shot.

[charliezap]

What's not to like Dave.Great shots.--charliezap

[jac]

Lovely shots, top to bottom. We used to drive out that way when I lived in the Warbourgh area. Never tired of the views.

[daacon]

I think the haze contributes to the mood. The third one and the canoes are just fantastic images, deserving to be hung on a wall.

Thanks bdery I suppose I still would have prefered crisp and clear.

Dave, much nicer day then we got. Love them all. What a beautiful location. I see yuou climbed all the way to the top! JIM

Thanks Jim - you'll be happy to know there is an actual Trail in the back that was made to let people walk up there. Unlike the death defying attempt we made from the front when we were last there

WOW.... stunning shots Dave. Love love love the canoe shot.

Thankt Tess thought you might enjoy that - there are more caneo shots coming

What's not to like Dave.Great shots.--charliezap

Thanks Charlie my sentiments exactly.

Lovely shots, top to bottom. We used to drive out that way when I lived in the Warbourgh area. Never tired of the views.

Thanks Jac I hear ya - every time I am out that way I make it a stop for sure.

[cupic]

You certainly have it all,and this makes me weep seriously.... local speaks for itself.
My mission should I accept ( I do I do) is to make this pilgrim and soon to Banff pronto TFS Dave


cheers

[daacon]

You certainly have it all,and this makes me weep seriously.... local speaks for itself.
My mission should I accept ( I do I do) is to make this pilgrim and soon to Banff pronto TFS Dave
cheers

haha anytime I would recommend late summer early fall.

[cupic]

You never know I am planning a trip to Croatia by July August next year,So I could stop by through :0

cheers

[daacon]

You never know I am planning a trip to Croatia by July August next year,So I could stop by through :0
cheers

Let me know - it's a bit a 'drive' from Croatia to Alberta though .... have a great trip !

[cupic]

Thats the sense of humor that your famous for Dave