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jasper lakes

Alberta has no shortage of incredible blue lakes to cool off by this summer but one spot in particular is well worth a visit for its stunning sandy beach with spectacular views of the surrounding Rocky Mountains and lush forest.

Lake Annette really has it all from crystal clear glacial water to gorgeous mountain views and even a sandy beach along the lakeshore to relax on.

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Bright blue water and dreamy scenery aren't hard to come by when it comes to Alberta lakes, but this one in particular feels like a hidden oasis deep in nature.

Horseshoe Lake can be found along Icefields Parkway in Jasper and it's the ideal stop on an epic Rockies road trip. You can pull off and swim into the stunning turquoise waters with picturesque views to top it all off.

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Things are finally heating up in Alberta and if you're looking for the perfect swimming spot to cool off, the province has some beautiful lakes that are well worth the trip.

These spots have water in incredible shades of green and blue and epic mountain views that are out of this world. You can make the most of the day and take a picnic too.

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Lake Louise and Moraine Lake are probably the most famous lakes in Alberta and for a good reason, they're truly stunning.

But they're also often packed full of tourists and unless you get up at 4 a.m., you can forget about being able to watch the sunrise at either location.

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