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Is Moraine Lake under scaffolding?

Closed

No: it is closed.

Seasonal closure: Moraine Lake Road closes after Canadian Thanksgiving because of snow and avalanche risk and usually reopens around 1 June. The lake is frozen until June. In season, access is by Parks Canada shuttle only.

Moraine Lake, Canada: the classic view
The photo you are hoping for: the classic view (taken 17 S), not a current photo. Gorgo, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Current status

Status
Closed
Since
13 Oct 2026
Expected to clear
1 Jun 2027
Last checked
2 Nov 2026
Source
The Banff Blog

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