Peyto Lake

A glacier-fed lake located in the Canadian Rockies' Banff National Park is called Peyto Lake. The Icefields Parkway is not far from the lake itself. Bill Peyto, a pioneering route blazer and trapper in the Banff region, was honored with his name. At a height of 1,860 meters, the lake forms in a valley of the Waputik Range between Caldron Peak, Peyto Peak, and Mount Jimmy Simpson.

The lake is a turquoise beauty when viewed from a high vantage point set against the deep green forests that surround it. Another massive mountain range rises from the valley floor in the distance to the north of the lake.

The finest vantage point to see the lake is from a high viewing point, which is inaccessible from the roadway. This is one of the Icefields Parkway's sightseeing destinations, and it is clearly marked. Additionally, a hiking trail leaves from here. Although camping is possible nearby, the lake itself lacks any amenities, lodging, or services.

Despite being a lake with a stunning blue-green tint, this region is not well known or promoted. It's a fantastic location for kayaking, photography, or simply taking in the scenery from the shore.

Location: Banff National Park, Alberta