Floe Lake is one of the only hikes I’ve done in Kootenay National Park. Its location is absolutely pristine, despite the wildfires that ravaged the area in 2003. Consequently, the trail is a bit barren; some might even say depressing. We hiked it over two lovely autumn days and thought it was absolutely stunning.

The views are lovely here on any decent day (absolutely horrendous in bad temps, though - avoid at all costs), but in perfect weather, day hikes don’t get much better than Helen Lake.

What makes this hike so much fun? You’ll have non-stop views once you’re up onto the first hump. It’s the hike that keeps on giving!