Parks Canada Announces Complimentary Weekend Shuttle Service in Banff National Park
News Release
Shuttle service to upper Lake Louise runs from Canada Day to Labour Day
June 29 , 2016 Lake Louise, Alberta Parks Canada Agency
Parks Canada is pleased to offer a complimentary shuttle service to upper Lake Louise on weekends from Canada Day, July 1 to Labour Day, September 5. The Government of Canada is committed to exploring new and innovative ways to help Canadians experience their national parks. The weekend shuttle service will reduce traffic and parking congestion, making for a more enjoyable experience for visitors who want to explore and connect with Canada’s first national park.
Visitors can catch the weekend shuttle service from the Lake Louise overflow parking lot located 5 km east of Lake Louise and 50 km west of Banff. The shuttle service is available between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. MDT. Plan ahead to make the most of your time at the most popular destination in Banff National Park.
For those planning to visit nearby Moraine Lake during the fall larch season, the annual, complimentary, weekend shuttle service will run from September 10 to September 25.
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“The Government of Canada is providing new and innovative ways to connect Canadians with their treasured places and support Canada’s tourism industry, a cornerstone of Canada’s economy.The new complimentary weekend shuttle service from lower to upper Lake Louise in Banff National Park will reduce traffic congestion and parking, making for a more enjoyable visitor experience.”
Melanie Kwong
Superintendent, Lake Louise, Yoho, Kootenay Field Unit
Quick Facts
- The Lake Louise area is the most visited destination in Banff National Park and arguably the most visited Parks Canada managed location in the country, with an average yearly visitation of over two million visitors.
- A similar shuttle service has successfully operated to Moraine Lake during the Wonder Fall Festival in September over the last three years.
- Parks Canada is committed to creating a long-term traffic management system in the Lake Louise area.
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Associated Links
www.pc.gc.ca/banff-construction
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Contacts
Tania Peters
Parks Canada
Public Relations and Communications Officer
250-343-2005
tania.peters@pc.gc.ca
Media Relations
Parks Canada Agency
855-862-1812
pc.media@pc.gc.ca
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