Bow Lake is a small lake in western Alberta, Canada. It is located on the Bow River, in the Canadian Rockies, at an altitude of 1920 m. The lake lies south of …
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Apr 17, 2025
Stunning! The place looks like a winter wonderland even in April! Such a beautiful place, we stopped here whilst on a tour but could have stayed longer just because it was so nice to look atFull review by lyndseyb936
Mar 8, 2025
Bow Lake is an absolute winter wonderland! Visiting in mid-February, it still felt like the heart of winter, with the entire lake covered in a thick snowpack. We put on our snowshoes to explore the b…Full review by Jeremie M
Jan 3, 2025
A beautiful lake situated on the Icefields Parkway. It sparkled gloriously in the early morning sunlight. We didn't visit the lodge, only stopping in the lay-by along the Icefields Parkway.Full review by jsd26
How quickly does the parking lot at bow lake fill up?
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In terms of the road side viewing areas, when we went there and on both occasions the main pull in parking lot was pretty full but cars do move on so you probably wouldn’t wait long, …
In terms of the road side viewing areas, when we went there and on both occasions the main pull in parking lot was pretty full but cars do move on so you probably wouldn’t wait long, however to the left is a small track. Drive down there and there’s more parking plus toilets and picnics benches. The first time, we had this to ourselves! The majority of tourists seem to miss this bit.
Not at all, Bow lake is located along the Icefields Parkway...actually in the main road you'll find a view point! Great stop, walking distance, hassle free :)
Where exactly is the picnic area? Is it a separate stop from the lake? Is it at the North end or past the north end of the lake or anywhere close to Num-ti-Jah Lodge? Miz
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The picnic area is at the lake but about 1km South from the turn off to drive into Num Ti Jah Lodge. That Lodge is the log building with the red roof.
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