A walk to Grassi Lakes makes for a wonderful year round quick Kananaskis hike that is especially beautiful during the summer months when the lakes shine with vivid shades of blue and green.

Parking and trailhead are located just off the Smith Dorrien Trail, about 15 minute drive from Canmore (see on Google Maps), which makes the trail very popular for both locals and tourists. Make sure to arrive early or late in the day if you’re visiting during the peak summer months.

There is an option to take more difficult route (or connect both trails into a loop) through Grassi Lakes Interpretive Trail. While it does consists one very steep section, it takes you around beautiful waterfall which is a great bonus. But note that this alternate route is only possible in the summer.