Eight Fun Things To Do
Photo Courtesy of Karen Ung
It’s breezy atop Prince of Wales hill, but the bighorn sheep don’t seem to mind. The herd grazes placidly as lambs chase and headbutt each other. Far below, the M.V. International sails across Upper Waterton Lake, stand-up paddleboarders ply the calmer waters of Emerald Bay, and deer roam the streets. It’s a typical summer afternoon in Waterton Lakes National Park, but the experiences to be enjoyed are far from ordinary. Check out these eight fun things to do in Waterton this year.
1. Waterton Shoreline Cruise & Crypt Lake Trail Crypt Lake Trail is the most unique hike in Waterton Lakes National Park requiring a boat ride, ladder, tunnel, and cableassisted cliff traverse to access a turquoise lake straddling the
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Canadian-US border. Begin the adventure with a scenic 15 min boat ride (reserve tickets in advance with Waterton Shoreline Cruise Company) across Upper Waterton Lake. From Crypt Landing, it is a moderately strenuous 8.6 km hike, with a 675 m of elevation gain to Crypt Lake. If time allows, make a side trip to Hell Roaring Falls on your way back. For a more leisurely exploration of the area, take a 2.25-hour sightseeing cruise on the historic M.V. International. Waterton Shoreline Cruise Company’s crew are as knowledgeable as they are engaging. They’ll give you the scoop on local history, geography, and where to view wildlife. Some tours include a short stop at Goat Haunt ranger station, Montana so you can
