Friday 24 July 2009

Moraine Lake

Herbert Lake - Along the Icefields Parkway to Jasper.
Picturesque.

See how the lake mirrors the mountains?


Moraine Lake is a glacially fed lake in Banff National Park, 14 kilometres (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 m). The lake has a surface area of 0.5 square kilometres (0.19 sq mi).
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 rock flour deposited in the lake on a continual basis.

True - was here at the end of March and the water level was much lower.



Sarah and I rented a canoe and had a great time discovering the lake from the water side.


Still snow around even though it is a gorgeous day warm nice and everything.


Glaciers and stuff.


Hihihi.



Blue oh so beautiful blue.



A look into the distance.

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