Scenic Views · Alberta
A viewpoint in Waterton Lakes National Park with a broad view over Waterton Lake and the surrounding peaks, a short walk from the lodge parking. Expect summer crowds and occasional entry closures.
This viewpoint in Waterton Lakes National Park gives a wide look over Waterton Lake, the townsite and the mountains that rise straight from the shore. Reviewers say it's one of the easiest ways to get the classic Waterton view, with photos that speak for themselves.
It's a short walk from the lodge parking lot, so there's no hiking involved. Visitors combine it with the townsite, Red Rock Canyon, Cameron Lake and the boat cruises. For a higher angle, one reviewer recommends the short, steep Bear's Hump trail above town.
Waterton draws day trippers from Glacier National Park in Montana as well as Alberta. Deer are common around the townsite, and hiking trails leave from several points nearby.
Summer can be very busy. One visitor found Parks Canada temporarily holding traffic at the park entrance in the afternoon because parking was full, so arrive early. Trails such as Red Rock Canyon are sometimes closed for bear activity; check park bulletins before you go.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 168 Google reviews. Conditions and rules change — check current park, access and fishing regulations before you go.
