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Vermilion Lakes

These three shallow lakes make a marvellous foreground to dramatic Mount Rundle in the background. Come at sunrise or sunset to see muskrat and beaver and get great lighting for photos.

Address: Vermilion Lakes Road, just south of and parallel to Trans-Canada Hwy (Hwy 1) near Mt Norquay Rd

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Holiday on Horseback
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From $46 per person
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Sleigh rides
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Daily 10AM-8PMFrom $30/adult
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