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Lake MinnewankavsBow Falls
Both Lake Minnewanka and Bow Falls are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Lake Minnewanka ranks slightly higher than Bow Falls. Lake Minnewanka comes in at 87 with praise from 3 reviews like Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.
Lake Minnewanka
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Fodor's Fodor's
24km (15 miles) north of Banff, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
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Michelin Guide 1 Star
"A dammed reservoir that is Banff Park's largest stretch of water. Tour boats offer cruises down this lake to Devil's Gap." Full review
Lonely Planet "Lake Minnewanka (mini-won-ka) sits 13km east of Banff Town, making it a popular escape from downtown." Full review
Fodor's "It's easy to spend the day along this 25-km (15-mile) loop." Full review
Fodor's "A popular spot, this area has picnic shelters, tables, flush toilets, fire rings, and fireplaces. Hike, rent a boat, or try your luck at fishing." Full review
Bow Falls Michelin Guide Lonely Planet
Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
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Michelin Guide 1 Star
"At the foot of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, the Bow River tumbles over a wide, low lip, just before its confluence with the Spray River." Full review
Lonely Planet "About 500m south of town, just before the junction with Spray River, the Bow River plunges into a churning melee of white water at Bow Falls." Full review
