Loading details...
Elk Lake Summit is a designated backcountry campsite in Banff National Park, accessible via an 11.5-kilometre trail from the Mount Norquay parking lot. The trail initially shares the Cascade Amphitheatre route before branching toward Elk Lake. The campsite has 5 tent pads, bear-resistant food storage lockers, and a covered pit toilet. Water is available from a nearby stream. An additional 4-kilometre return hike leads to Elk Lake itself. A Parks Canada Wilderness Pass is required for overnight use.
Per person, per night - backcountry wilderness pass
Banff National Park backcountry camping managed by Parks Canada
Backcountry camping: $15.00 per person, per night. Valid at Banff, Jasper, Kootenay and Yoho national parks.
11.5km one-way from the Mt. Norquay parking lot; campground has 5 tent pads, bear lockers, 1 big picnic table, 1 covered pit toilet; small stream provides water; branches left at 4.3km junction from Cascade Amphitheatre trail.
Elk Lake is accessed via the Cascade Amphitheatre trailhead at Mt. Norquay; backcountry permit required; alpine lake reached by hiking approximately 11.5 km.
CampgroundTour strives to provide accurate campground information but cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy. Information is subject to change — please confirm details with the agency managing this facility before booking or making travel decisions. See our Terms of Use.