Hamilton Lake

Park: Yoho National Park, Emerald Lake region, Rocky Mountains

5.5 km one way.
Elevations (in meters)
Start: 1311End: 2161
Minimum: 1311Maximum: 2161
Net Gain: 850Cumulative Gain: 850

Emerald Lake Trailhead: (800 km from Saanich Hall, ferry required). Drive east from Golden on CA#1 and turn left onto the Emerald Lake Road about 2.6 km west of the town of Field. Drive to the parking lot at the end of this road.

Facilities available at the trailhead include:

Uses

Dayhike3 boot (moderate to strenuous).3 hours one way. 

Description

This full day trail leads to a classic alpine lake.

From the entrance of the Emerald Lake parking area follow the trail past Hamilton Falls on a steady, steep forested climb.

Features

This trail features forests, lakes, mountains and waterfalls.

For additional information see:

Parks Canada - Yoho National Park - Backcountry Guide.

Other trails in Yoho National Park

Trail-conditions

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