These are three locations in Banff National Park to elope!


I recently attended a content day for photographer to grow their elopement portfolio and I had the exciting privilege to go to Banff National Park! I went with @elopewithkaseyjo or @elopeacademy and learned a lot. Banff is such a huge park and honestly it was so gorgeous that you can really elope anywhere at this park. I was stunned by the area and was truly in awe.

Peyto Lake

Peyto Lake is a glacier-fed lake in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies. The lake itself is near the Icefields Parkway. There is a short (but steep) trek to the lookout. You would have to be lead to this spot (in my photos) but if you stay on trail you can definitely find it. It is a private area away from the crowds so it's a great spot to have a quiet ceremony.

Newlyweds standing on mountain overlook with dramatic views of turquoise lake and peaks in Banff National Park
Bride and groom holding hands on mountain cliff overlooking Peyto Lake in Banff National Park.
Groom helping bride with dress on mountain overlook with turquoise alpine lake below.
Couple in wedding attire walking along mountain ridge with stunning lake views.
Bride and groom sharing intimate moment on mountain peak with scenic lake backdrop.
A couple stands on a rocky cliff overlooking a turquoise lake surrounded by majestic mountain peaks in Banff National Park in Banff National
A couple dancing on a mountain ledge with dramatic rocky cliffs and a turquoise alpine lake in the background.
An intimate wedding ceremony takes place on a mountain overlook with stunning views of lakes and peaks.
A romantic mountain elopement with a couple exchanging vows above a pristine alpine lake in Banff National Park
A newlywed couple shares an intimate moment on a cliff edge with a turquoise lake and mountains behind them in Banff National Park

Emerald Lake

Emerald Lake is fairly popular among the crowds and on arrival there will be a lot of tourists. When we arrived parking was full and it was a bustling area. There is a canoe rental nest to the lake, lodging and small home rentals up on the hill, and a restaurant in the area. Though the entrance of the lake is bustling there are private areas of the lake that are away from the crowds. Sadly, on the day we went it was raining, but it didn't stop us from having fun and capturing our couple.

A misty lakeside wedding moment captured with evergreen trees and mountains in the background.
A playful wedding photo showing a couple having fun by a misty mountain lake.
A couple walks hand in hand along a misty mountain lake trail surrounded by pine trees in Banff National Park
A romantic embrace captured on a moody lakeside trail with fog-covered mountains in the distance in Banff National Park
An intimate wedding dance moment captured by a frozen mountain lake with a cabin in the background in Banff National Park
Two people paddle a classic red canoe across a misty mountain lake surrounded by evergreen trees in Banff National Park
A red canoe glides through calm waters of a mountain lake with pine-covered shores. in Banff National Park
Two people in yellow jackets share a romantic moment while canoeing on a serene mountain lake.
A couple paddles their red canoe through foggy waters with evergreens dotting the shoreline.
A couple shares an intimate dance moment by the misty lake with evergreen trees in the background.
A couple embraces joyfully on the shore of a mountain lake surrounded by pine trees and fog.
A romantic lakeside wedding moment with pine forest and cabin views in the background.
A tender wedding moment captured by the lake with misty mountains and pine trees in the distance.
A couple shares an intimate conversation during their lakeside wedding ceremony.
A wedding couple exchanges vows on the shore of a misty mountain lake.

Bow Lake

Bow lake is a stunning view and located on the left side of the Ice-fields Parkway when going north. It's an easy walk with small crowds. The mountain views and lake views were incredible. The path is short but easy to get wet so be ready to step into the lake! There is an adorable tiny gift shop and cafe here and it was convenient for us since we were so cold. The hot chocolate was a must! What I love about Bow Lake is that it has some grassy plains next to the lake and it gives it a dynamic look to the location.

Two friends holding hands while exploring a scenic mountain lake surrounded by tall evergreen trees.
Two silhouettes dance on a beach with mountains and forest in the background at sunset.