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Cascade Ponds is a popular lake system in Banff National Park that is known for picnicking, hiking, and swimming. The pond is a day use area with picnic facilities, bathrooms, and fire pits. Days spent at Cascade Ponds take the form of strolling around the lake and having a little lakeshore picnic with your friends or family. There are a variety of hiking trails in the national park near the ponds. Hiking to the base of Cascade Waterfall is a nice way to spend time, and you’ll get great opportunities for wildlife viewing. Hiking, picnicking, and taking a dip in the pond are fabulous ways to make a relaxing and memorable day.

Cascade Ponds
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