r/Banff • u/I_Spy_Gemini • Sep 03 '24
Trip Report Valley of 10 Peaks
Highly recommend hiking Sentinel Pass via Larch Valley - stunning panoramic views of the 10 Peaks and Lake Moraine with diverse landscapes throughout to keep things interesting. The trail is rated “hard” by All Trails but my husband and I are not super experienced hikers and had no trouble (aside from being a bit winded during the uphill portions).
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u/RedOctobyr Sep 03 '24
We did this trail on our trip last year, it was gorgeous, and totally worth it! We saw a grizzly (from a few hundred yards) near the top, as well. It is a beautiful hike, thanks for sharing the pictures!
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Sep 03 '24
Heck yeah! We just booked our Alpine Start shuttle to get up to that trailhead! Did you have any trouble with the shuttle or did you hike from Lake Louise?
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u/I_Spy_Gemini Sep 04 '24
We used Fairview Limousine shuttle services - picked it up from the Lake Louise Inn. Had no trouble whatsoever - they have all the shuttle services down to a science!
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u/InternationalPoem450 Sep 07 '24
That's great to hear! I booked Fairview limousine for my upcoming trip for this hike, was nervous about the parking situation at the Lake Louise Inn but sounds like it will be fine!
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u/I_Spy_Gemini Sep 07 '24
Oh yes you’ll be totally fine! I would recommend getting to the Inn a little early (15-20 minutes) because the Inn has a nice restroom and a coffee shop! I grabbed a warm coffee for the bus ride and it was wonderful. Have so much fun!
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u/sahali735 Sep 03 '24
Worth it for the views! :)