Lake

Moraine Lake

Moraine Lake’s turquoise water lies beneath the Ten Peaks, with the best-known panorama reached by the short Rockpile trail.

Follow the marked Rockpile Loop for the lake and mountain wall, keeping off the loose boulders beside it. Private cars cannot use Moraine Lake Road; reserve a shuttle or arrange an authorized operator, transit connection or lodge stay. There is no cell service, running water or lighting at the lake. Carry bear spray on longer trails and leave recreational drones packed away.

Sceniq Category
Lake
Best light
Sunrise
Best months
Jul, Aug, Sep
Time needed
Half a day

Get around

Eat & drink

Sleep

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Lake

Moraine Lake

Moraine Lake’s turquoise water lies beneath the Ten Peaks, with the best-known panorama reached by the short Rockpile trail.

Follow the marked Rockpile Loop for the lake and mountain wall, keeping off the loose boulders beside it. Private cars cannot use Moraine Lake Road; reserve a shuttle or arrange an authorized operator, transit connection or lodge stay. There is no cell service, running water or lighting at the lake. Carry bear spray on longer trails and leave recreational drones packed away.

Sceniq Category
Lake
Best light
Sunrise
Best months
Jul, Aug, Sep
Time needed
Half a day

Get around

Eat & drink

Sleep

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