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Kyler Smith
Photo Date:
07/09/2018
Most of the Valley of the Five Lakes Trail is wooded, well-maintained, and very wide -- perfect for families.
Kyler Smith
Photo Date:
07/09/2018
Wetlands shortly beyond the trailhead.
Kyler Smith
Photo Date:
07/09/2018
A view of the many mountains in Jasper as seen from a high point on the trail.
Kyler Smith
Photo Date:
07/09/2018
Fifth Lake, the second largest lake on the trail.
Kyler Smith
Photo Date:
07/09/2018
Boats along the shore of Fifth Lake.
Kyler Smith
Photo Date:
07/09/2018
Fourth Lake.
Kyler Smith
Photo Date:
07/09/2018
Fourth Lake, with the trail along the north side.
Kyler Smith
Photo Date:
07/09/2018
Third Lake viewed from the trail. Mount Edith Cavell (3,363 meters, left), the most prominent mountain entirely in Alberta, can be seen in the distance.
Kyler Smith
Photo Date:
07/09/2018
Second Lake viewed from the trail.
Kyler Smith
Photo Date:
07/09/2018
Second Lake viewed from the trail.
Kyler Smith
Photo Date:
07/09/2018
First Lake is the largest lake of the five. The Victoria Cross Ranges are viewable from the southeastern shore.