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Yoho, named for
a Cree word expressing awe, is a park of rock walls, waterfalls and
glacial lakes. Yoho National Park features snow-topped mountain peaks,
roaring rivers and silent forests. Yoho National Park was established in
1896 and spans 1,310 square kilometres (507 square miles) on the western
slopes of the Canadian Rockies in British Columbia. The park borders
Banff National Park to the east and is just a short drive from Lake
Louise.
Yoho's craggy peaks and steep rock faces posed an enormous challenge for
Canada's early explorers. The mountains that were the curse of railway
builders are responsible for the park's many waterfalls including
Laughing Falls, Twin Falls, Wapta Falls and one of Canada's highest at
254 m (833 ft.), Takakkaw Falls. Silt carried by streams from melting
glaciers high on the mountains is responsible for the deep, rich
turquoise colour of Emerald Lake and Lake O'Hara.
Many of British Columbia's plants and animals reach their eastern
extension in Yoho. The high peaks of the Continental Divide wring out
the precipitation remaining in clouds moving eastward from the Pacific
Ocean. This creates pockets of wet belt forest where coastal species
such as devil's club, western red cedar and western hemlock thrive.
Yoho also contains one of the world's most important fossil finds, the
Burgess Shale. Designated a World Heritage Site in 1981, the Burgess
Shale Formation contains the fossilized remains of more than 120 marine
animal species dating back 515 million years. As part of your Good Earth
trip, you can choose a guided hike to the Burgess Shale – that is if you
are up to the challenge of a 520 m (1700 ft) climb in elevation!
A stay at Emerald Lake Lodge on the shores of Emerald Lake in Yoho
guarantees you a peaceful, relaxing stay in of the Rockies most scenic
locations. Just a 30 minute drive from Lake Louise it’s a perennial
favourite of Good Earth travelers for the spectacular colour of the
lake, the cozy mountain lodge and the incredible Rocky Mountain cuisine.
Also, some of Good Earth’s most popular summer activities are best
experienced while staying at Emerald Lake. Choose from white water
rafting on the Kicking Horse River, a privately guided hike into Lake
O’Hara or a scenic Cessna airtour. Winter offers quiet solitude in snow
blanketed forests and a cozy wood burning fireplace waiting in your room
at days end. During this time of year you can cross country ski around
the lake, take a private trip for two by dogsled into Lake O’Hara or
downhill ski at nearby Lake Louise. Whatever your interests, Good Earth
Travel Adventures will make your dreams come true!
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