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Before you go
Your trip to Field.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Field – British Columbia Destination Banff and Lake Louise about 885 km from Victoria
How to get there
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Calgary International Airport (YYC) Calgary · 210 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
About 27 km west of Lake Louise on the Trans-Canada Highway, crossing the Alberta–British Columbia border. There is no regular public transport; there are tours from Banff and Lake Louise.
How many days
One day for Emerald Lake, the Natural Bridge and Takakkaw Falls. Hikers doing long trails or visiting the Burgess Shale stay longer.
When to go
From late June to September, when the road to Takakkaw Falls is open, generally from mid‑June to mid‑October. Emerald Lake is accessible year‑round and freezes in winter.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
Yes. There is no public transport to Yoho’s lakes and waterfalls; if you don’t drive you must use organized tours.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Field
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Morning
Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge
Start at the Natural Bridge and then go to Emerald Lake to walk along the shore or paddle.
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Afternoon
Takakkaw Falls
Drive up Yoho Valley Road to Takakkaw Falls and walk to the base of the falls.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is Field in Alberta?
No. It is in British Columbia, on the other side of the continental divide, about 27 km from Lake Louise.
How long does it take from Lake Louise to Field?
About 30 minutes by car, around 27 km on the Trans‑Canada Highway.
What is the Burgess Shale?
A fossil deposit of marine animals about 500 million years old in the Yoho mountains, visited only on guided walks with reservation.
Do I need a pass for Yoho National Park?
Yes, the same national parks pass used in Banff.