Kayak Two Jack Lake

Improvement District No. 9, Alberta

4.2/5

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Two Jack is a pristine lake with Canadian Rockies as the backdrop. This is a great spot for picnics and swimming. There's also easy access to put in your kayak, canoe or SUP. Two Jacks is located close to the town of Banff.

Of all the lakes in the Banff area, this was one of my favorites to get out on the water. Don't expect the bright blue glacial waters of some of the other lakes in the Canadian Rockies, but the water is pristine and it was one of the few places I went where it felt like it was all locals hanging out.

If you are coming from the town of Banff, take the Lake Minnewanka Scenic Drive until you reach the Two Jack Lake Picnic Area (just past the two camping areas). There you will find walking trails around the lake, picnic tables, and a perfect spot to put in your canoe, kayak or SUP. There are no rentals available here (another reason for the lack of tourists!) so be sure to bring your own. It's also a great spot to just spend a lazy "off" day in the area, and if you are brave -- a swim!

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Kayak Two Jack Lake Reviews

Deane Carlson

Kayak Two Jack Lake

08/03/22

we took the Lake Minnewanka Scenic Drive route to get here, although the whole area of Banff is ridiculously scenic. Great place to have lunch and relax, we found it slightly less busy here compared to the rest of the area! Next time we will be bringing our Kayaks!

4.0

Belinda Smith

Kayak Two Jack Lake

06/25/17

We had a fantastic time camping here! We were 2nd row from the lake but still enjoyed a gorgeous view every day. Such a great spot to unplug. We camped 3 nights here then rented a house in Canmore. Although we enjoyed our entire Canadian experience, camping at Two Jack Lake won by unanimous vote as the best part of our visit :)

5.0

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Dan Deublein

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Kayak Two Jack Lake

08/15/16

Two jack is a pristine body of water that offers Mount Rundle as a backdrop. Perfect spot for sunrise photography and you just may be the only one there!

4.0

James Furtado

Kayak Two Jack Lake

06/06/16

So may long we went out and it was raining but we put on our rain jackets and at 7am we were the only one on the lake. So much fun

5.0

Stephen Underhay

Kayak Two Jack Lake

10/06/15

Super stoked to see a new take on a Banff classic! Good directions, great photos. Keep it up.

3.0

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