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Middle Lake

Name: Middle Lake
Rating: 2

Recommended by 9 hikers

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Bow Valley Provincial Park

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Location: Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada

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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 loop from Canmore

7.14km

01:53

60m

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

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oliviakellis

November 15, 2025

Middle Lake is a calm, shallow lake surrounded by open forest and grassy meadows, offering a quiet contrast to the nearby river and mountain viewpoints. The loop trail around the shoreline is flat and easy, with several spots to step out onto the lakeside and enjoy reflections of the surrounding pines and foothills. It’s a peaceful place for birdwatching, photography, or a short break before continuing along the park’s interconnected trail network.

Karsten S.

August 19, 2019

With beautiful hiking trails around the lake and to the surrounding campsites (Middle Lake Trail).

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Elevation 1,300 m

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Wednesday 17 December

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Location: Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada

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Middle Lake

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

2. Middle Lake loop from Canmore

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