1. Emerald Lake

Emerald Lake is a vibrant blue-green colored lake on the Trans-Candian Highway about 12 km from the town of Field. It is one of the “Must See” viewpoints. If you have some time, Canoes are available for rent, or you can walk, the lake also has a wonderful round trail of about 5 km. There is a restaurant in Emerald Lake Lodge and a cafe at the lake.

2. Takakkaw Falls

Takakkaw Falls is amongst the highest waterfalls in Canada. You can see the falls from the road as you drive into the valley. There is a small trail from the parking lot that leads up to the base of the falls. As you get closer, you can feel the mist from this powerful waterfall. Get ready to be sprayed. Accessible mid-June until mid-October to small vehicles and bicycles only due to steep, tight switchbacks. Takakkaw Falls is a glorious place to visit for any reason. Whether it’s to go for a hike or just enjoy the surroundings, any reason is a good reason.

3. Lake O’Hara

There are four ways to visit Lake O’Hara:

• Come for the day, book with the Parks Canada Reservation Service
• Camp for up to three nights, book with Yoho National Park
• Stay at the Elizabeth Parker Hut, book with the Alpine Club of Canada
• Stay at beautiful Lake O’Hara Lodge, book with Lake O’Hara Lodge

Advanced reservations are required.

For both day drips or an overnight stay, you need to take the shuttle. The bus departs from the Lake O’Hara parking lot, 12 km west of Lake Louise, Alberta, or 13 km east of Field, B.C.

Lake O’Hara Lodge operates its own shuttle service into the lodge. Their inbound and outbound shuttles are limited to the following times. Inbound Outbound 9:45 AM 9:15 AM 4:45 PM 4:00 PM

4. Wapta Falls

Wapta Falls is a short, easy 2.4 Km (total 4.8 Km) hike in Yoho National Park. The trail through the woods is mostly flat with minimal elevation gain. If you are visiting in winters, the access road to the trailhead may be closed. Check beforehand. If you are up for a short hike, these falls are a must.

Note: Type Wapta Falls trailhead in google maps instead of Wapta falls since it takes you to the other side of the river. Also, the trailhead is not marked for westbound traffic on Trans-Canada Highway, as there is no left turn lane here. Continue 3 km to the west park boundary, turn and come back.

5. Village of Field

Located between three mountain ranges, close six of Canada’s most stunning national parks, and sitting at the confluence of two historic rivers. In fact, the town is in the middle of the highest concentration of national parks in the world. Field BC is a paradise for outdoor adventure, spectacular scenery, and wildlife.
Enjoy this small picturesque town nestled in the beautiful valley!