Moraine Lake, Banff NP, Alberta, Canada. by danapommet
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Moraine Lake, is a glacially fed lake in Banff National Park, 14 kilometers (8.7 mi) outside the Village of Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada. It is situated in the Valley of the Ten Peaks, at an elevation of approximately 6,183 feet (1,885 meters). The lake has a surface area of 0.19 sq miles (0.5 square kilometers). The lake, being glacially fed, does not reach its crest until mid to late June. When it is full, it reflects a distinct shade of blue. The color is due to the refraction of light off the silt (rock flour) deposited in the lake, by glaciers, on a continual basis. The area around the lake has several walking/hiking trails which are, from time to time, restricted because of grizzly bear activity. The easiest of the hiking trails is the one most commonly taken by tourists. The Rockpile, right off the parking lot, is approximately 300 meters long, with an elevation change of 79 feet (24 meters). The view of the lake from the top of the Rockpile is one of the most photographed locations in all of Canada. This photowas taken from the top of the Rockpile on a very overcast day. That view of the mountains behind the lake in Valley of the Ten Peaks is known as the Twenty Dollar View, as Moraine Lake was featured on the reverse side of the 1969 and 1979 issues of the Canadian twenty dollar bill. Some info from Wikipedia. Zoom is good.
Taken with a film camera (July & August 1988) and recently scanned.
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They are very much appreciated.
Dana
Comments (27)
alessimarco
Gorgeous! Your recent series of pictures is bringing back great memories of my trip to this area some years ago.
zil2008
I was amazed by the color of the mountain water when I was there. It is a beautiful photo.
tennesseecowgirl
Breathtaking photo... the water looks so still would make for some some great reflection shots.. Amazing work Dana.
clbsmiley
Oooo!! Oo!Ooo! :) Wow! great image.
Faemike55
Wonderful image! this is one lake a person just does not dive straight in!
KnightWolverine
Absolutely a B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L. Scene...Amazing Photo!! -Will-
MaraP
Outstanding! Excellent POV
kbrog
Beautiful blue water in that lake, bet it's cold. ;) Wonderful capture!
blinkings
A beautiful place and photo.
Katraz
Beautiful view, great shot.
whaleman
Nice shot there!
jayfar
Very beautiful Dana.
durleybeachbum
Great beauty..a wonderful pic.
sharky_
Very impressive scenic view... Aloha
Texas3D
Woow! Wonderful capture
mariogiannecchini
Wonderful place and photo !
flavia49
fabulous panorama!!
Digitaleagle
Simply beautiful, love the color of the water, very nicely done!
DAVER2112
Beautiful shot!! I love the Turquoise water. :)
MrsRatbag
The water is a stunning colour! Nothing quite like glacier runoff. Fantastic image!
jendellas
Awesome, the colour of the lake makes it look like it is frozen solid!!!!
flora-crassella
wonderful landscape! Fantastic picture!!!!!!!
goodoleboy
Holy mackerel, what a view and what a capture, Dana! So awesome in clarity, contrast, length and breadth.
MagikUnicorn
LOVE THIS VIEW FROM ALWAYS
junge1
Great capture of this beautiful lake Dana!
mgtcs
As always one is impress by the quality and beauty of your work Dana, excellent one!
npauling
A beautiful clear capture of this wonderful scene.