This elevated viewing platform overlooks the clear pond at Many Springs, offering peaceful views of the surrounding forest and nearby mountain ridges. The water here is remarkably transparent, and if you look closely at the bottom of the pond, you can see warm spring water bubbling up through the lakebed, creating subtle ripples in the sand. It’s an easy, accessible stop along the loop trail and one of the most unique natural features in Bow Valley Provincial Park.

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October 4, 2022

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Look closely at the bottom of the lake and you will see the warm spring waters seeping through.

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1. Bow Valley Trail loop via Elk Flats Trail — Bow Valley Provincial Park

15.0km

03:55

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Middle Lake – Bow River Trail – View of Mount Yamnuska loop from Bow Valley Provincial Park

7.29km

01:55

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Hiking loop from Prospect

1.60km

00:26

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada

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Viewing Platform at Bow Valley Provincial Park

1. Bow Valley Trail loop via Elk Flats Trail — Bow Valley Provincial Park

2. Middle Lake – Bow River Trail – View of Mount Yamnuska loop from Bow Valley Provincial Park

3. Hiking loop from Prospect

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