Maligne Lake

GPS Coordinates are 52.732418, -117.636647. Link on Google Maps

We visited the Maligne Lake on a day trip from Jasper. Make sure you have the whole day and bring lunch and good shoes. There are many places to enjoy the beauty of the lakes and canyons.

Along the way, you pass the Medicine Lake. A photo opportunity you should not miss, unless there is no water in the lake. This picture was taken in early July 2008. We were either lucky, or there was just a lot of water left. Read about the lake in your travel guide, a truly interesting story.

The road crosses over several very small, almost unnoticeable bridges. Some of them cross cracks or canyons that carry water.

Take the time to visit the Maligne Canyon Hiking Trail.

And watch out for the Bighorn Sheep. They own the road. Remember, don't feed them.

You don't want to argue with this guy. He can leave a nice dent in your vehicle. An adult male can weigh as much as 250 kg. Seeing some of the specimens in the Rocky Mountains, I have no doubt.

These two were our first bears we saw close-up since we made Canada our home.

 
Beautiful animals, always keep your distance and don't leave the car. A mama bear will protect her cub without any warning.