Named for the mighty glaciers that flank its west side, the 230 km Icefields Parkway between Lake Louise and Jasper is one of the world's most spectacular drives. The road traces the Continental Divide and is a World Heritage Site.
We had the priviledge of driving part of the Parkway and seeing the rugged peaks and turquoise lakes which dominate this part of God's creation.
(Crowfoot Glacier)
We stood in awe of this creation beauty and praised our God in song:
"Our God is an awesome God, He reigns from Heaven above, with wisdom, power and love, our God is an awesome God."
(Bow Lake & Bow Glacier)
Bow Summit and Peyto Lake , 42km from Lake Louise - we took a short uphill walk past meadows of alpine flowers to a view of glacial-fed and brilliantly turquoise Peyto Lake.
Although it was only a short uphill walk from the parking area, we were out of breath given the elevation! It was certainly worthwhile!
Bow Summit -highest point in the Parkway, with remarkable view of Peyto Lake.
The lake's teal colour is light reflected by suspended glacial sediment.
While enjoying the spectacular view, God blessed us with a rainbow above the lake (faintly seen to the left of Peter). God's promises are forever sure and we praise Him.
A tidbit of Canadian history: Peyto Lake is so named after William "Wild Bill" Peyto, mountain guide and Banff's first warden.
Explorers and fur traders crossed the river at Saskatchewan Crossing where Howse, Mistaya and North Saskatchewan rivers meet.
After a few hours in the car, we decided to return to the swimming pool, hot tub and steam room at Lake Louise rather than proceed further to the Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Glacier. Next time we hope to go there with Daddy and complete the Icefields Parkway Driving Tour with Airstream in tow and enjoy the Interpretive centre and and icefield walk.
At dusk, we took a stroll along Lake Louise, from the Chateau. The lighting was intriguing as the sun set behind the mountains and the moon reflected on the lake.
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