Much of continental crust formed during the Archean Eon is still part of the continents today as seen in the Rocky Mountains at Banff National Park, Canada. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert!

Moraine Lake is yet another must-see turquoise lake nestled in the Canadian Rockies ... Considered one of the very best overlooks in Banff National Park, the Peyto Lake Lookout sits at the very ...

Simplicity marks the origin of Banff—Canada’s first national park ... Valley via the Trans-Canada Highway is drop-dead-gorgeous Lake Louise. Named after Queen Victoria’s fourth daughter ...

Banff National Park has several iconic lakes that keep nature lovers coming back for more each year. These lakes are known for their gemstone-colored waters, surrounded by majestic mountains and lush ...

Located about an hour's drive north of town, Moraine Lake is a visual highlight of any Banff trip and labeled an unforgettable experience by many recent visitors. Nestled in the Valley of the Ten ...

The best times to visit Banff are June to August and December ... If you're hoping to visit Moraine Lake, this is not the time to come as the road leading to it is permanently closed to private ...

These dramatic 181 miles of Alberta—passing through and by Jasper, Kootenay, Yoho, and Banff National Parks plus ... Paddle the opaque aquamarine waters of Lake Louise. Bike here?

Moraine Lake, not to mention the gorgeous Banff Springs Hotel… all these magnificent jewels set brilliantly in one, whopping “wonder.” The Canadian Rockies are distinct from the American ...