Peyto Lake, Glacial lake in Banff National Park, Canada.
Peyto Lake stretches 2.8 kilometers in length and 0.8 kilometers in width, situated at an elevation of 1,860 meters in the Canadian Rockies.
The lake received its name from Bill Peyto, who served as one of the first wardens of Banff National Park starting in 1913.
The lake forms a significant photography destination due to its turquoise waters created by glacial rock flour reflecting sunlight throughout summer months.
Visitors can access the lake viewing area through a 10-minute paved path from the parking lot, with facilities including restrooms and designated observation points.
The waters change color intensity during summer as the Peyto Glacier grinds surrounding mountains, releasing fine rock particles into the lake.
Location: Alberta
Elevation above the sea: 1,880 m
Address: Peyto Lake, Improvement District No. 9, AB T0L, Canada
GPS coordinates: 51.72500,-116.52222
Latest update: September 27, 2025 02:26
Alberta offers a wide range of landscapes and activities, from Banff National Park with its turquoise glacial lakes to the geological formations of Jasper National Park. The province is home to natural sites such as Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Athabasca Falls, as well as the Glaciers Parkway that crosses the Canadian Rockies over 232 kilometers. The cities of Calgary and Edmonton enhance this selection with institutions like the National Music Centre at Studio Bell, the WinSport Olympic site, and the Edmonton river valley extending along the North Saskatchewan River. In the Drumheller area, the Royal Tyrrell Museum displays dinosaur skeletons found in the Alberta Badlands. This collection highlights the main places to visit in the province, from mountain areas to urban centers.
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