Two-lakes shuttle from Johnston Canyon, Castle Mountain, Baker Creek & Paradise Lodge
Skip parking headaches and let the Moraine Only Extended stay chauffeurs ferry you from Johnston Canyon Lodge & Bungalows, Castle Mountain Chalet, Baker Creek by Basecamp, or Paradise Lodge & Bungalows to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. Spend 2.5 hours at each lake with optional canoeing or a hike to Lake Agnes.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness; able to walk on uneven lakeshore trails and handle short hikes such as Lake Agnes.
Wildlife
History
Morant’s Curve is named for photographer Nicholas Morant, who popularized the view; Banff National Park was established in 1885 as Canada’s first national park.
Conservation
Stay on designated trails, carry out all waste, and avoid feeding wildlife; these practices help protect fragile alpine vegetation and reduce human-wildlife conflicts.
Two-lakes shuttle from Johnston Canyon, Castle Mountain, Baker Creek & Paradise Lodge
Arrive early for pickups
Be ready at your scheduled pickup—buses run on a tight schedule and missed departures may not be recoverable.
Binoculars and bear safety
Bring binoculars and keep distance from wildlife; do not approach or feed animals along the Bow Valley Parkway.
Reserve canoe time
If you want to canoe at either lake, reserve ahead when possible—rental lines form quickly in peak season.
Combine groups for an extended hike
Ask to combine early and mid-morning groups to create a longer stay at Lake Louise if you plan to hike to Lake Agnes Tea House.
Layered clothing
Mountain weather changes fast; layers let you adapt to sun, wind, and cooler alpine air.
Waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry from drizzle and wind on exposed shorelines and at higher elevations.
spring
Sturdy hiking shoes
Provides grip on wet rock and uneven trail approaches to viewpoints and beaches.
Camera or binoculars
Capture reflections, wildlife, and the sweeping Valley of the Ten Peaks from viewpoint pullouts.
summer