5 Long Day Hikes to Ditch the Crowds in Yoho NP

Hike fast and far to reach places most people don't see in Yoho.

Jesse Weber

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Description

Yoho doesn’t get quite the same attention as its neighboring national parks of Jasper and Banff, but trailheads in Yoho can still get quite crowded in the summer. You should arrive early to secure parking for the most popular short hikes, such as Takakkaw Falls or Sherbrooke Lake.

The best way to avoid congestion on the trails, however, is to simply hike farther, leaving the crowds behind. The adventures listed here are not only challenging and, therefore, uncrowded, they also happen to be some of the most rewarding in Yoho National Park, with unrivaled views deep in the backcountry.

Adventures

Emerald Triangle Loop

Hands-down one of Yoho’s best all-day hikes, this loop combines the scenic shore of Emerald Lake with high-elevation vantage on the Wapta Highline.

Hamilton Lake

A strenuous hike to a secluded lake, for those who love solitude.

Lake O'Hara Alpine Circuit

An epic day hike almost entirely above treeline, connecting proud overlooks and smaller lakes above Lake O'Hara.

Iceline Circuit

Walk along small glaciers and alpine lakes on the banks of the President Range before descending into Yoho Valley.