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Travel Guide of Bow Lake in Canada by Influencers and Travelers


Bow Lake is a small lake in western Alberta, Canada. It is located on the Bow River, in the Canadian Rockies, at an altitude of 1920 m.


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Bow Lake, It's located on the Bow River in the Canadian Rockies. Bow Lake is the closest to the source of the Bow River, and has a total area of 3.21 km².

The turquoise colour of the lake is impressive,the view is magnificent. Here, you can stop on the glacier walk, canoeing, hiking and even picnicking you are free in a peaceful nature.
The lake is surrounded in the background by snow-capped mountains, the Waputik mountain range and a lot of different landscapes. If you like photography, you can take great pictures of the reflection of the mountains into the lake, that's very beautiful.
Moreover, as the place is rather quiet, it is not uncommon to come across wild animals. Interesting to come in family to observe them and to enjoy a good moment.

Peace and tranquility, it's what you might call the place, that's why Bow Lake is known. If this is what you are looking for, don't wait to go to Bow Lake to dsicover this side of Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions by Travelers planning a trip to Bow Lake

Do i need to hike to reach Bow Lake ?

Not at all, Bow lake is located along the Icefields Parkway...actually in the main road you'll find a view point, so simple to go ! 

Not really, you can just found a spot to lay a blanket down. Provided, of course, that you respect nature and dispose of the waste in the rubbish bin.

Yes, you can swim in Bow Lake but, the water is so frozen that you won't last long !













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