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Vermillion Lakes
Mount Rundle takes the spotlight during this ride.
Plan Around Vermillion Lakes
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Vermillion Lakes Details
Another of the easier bicycling rides found within Banff National Park is along the Vermilion Lakes Drive route. Starting off of Mt. Norquay Road, south of the Trans-Canada Highway, follow the road and pass the three shallow lakes that comprise Vermilion Lakes. These lakes are surrounded by marshland, making them a rich habitat for wildlife, and in the distance you'll see Banff's signature mountain peak, Mount Rundle. Pack a snack to take with you and stop at one of the small docks to sit and take it all in. Be sure to follow the park's rules and regulations to make the most of your ride: be bear aware; ride on designated trails; avoid riding during extreme conditions; help preserve the trails' quality; know your limits; yield to other riders; and, of course, leave no trace. **Trail Type**: Out and Back **Difficulty:** Easy **Distance:** 8.6 kilometers roundtrip (5.3 miles)
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Vermillion Lakes
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Vermillion Lake Scenic Drive
Even smaller still at just 4.3 kilometers (2.7 miles), the Vermilion Lakes Scenic Drive makes a big impact.
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Fenland Trail
The self-guided interpretive trail is shaded by a canopy of old-growth spruce trees.
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Visitor Information Kiosk
This info kiosk supplements the Banff Visitor Center and is also found in downtown Banff.
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Canadian Pacific Railway Station - Banff
Built in 1910, the Canadian Pacific Railway Station is still in use today.
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Vermilion Lakes
Three lakes in a natural wetland offer incredible wildlife viewing and easy paddling.
