Galatea Creek
2 reviews for Galatea Creek
2 reviews in English
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Review from Dan D.
8/2/2011
This is not the easiest hike in the world, but I am certain it is not the hardest either.
There may come a point along the way where your calves may be burning, you may begin to feel an onset of diarrhea from the McDonalds you ate that morning and you may think to yourself, "Why?? Why did we choose this accursed trail?!?"
But in the end ...
it will all be worth it.
When you get to Lillian Lake you may thnk, "Yeah this is nice, but WAS it worth all that hike?"
But go just 1 kilometre further (a very rocky and uphill kilometre) and you will see (in my opinion) one of the most beautiful lakes in Alberta: Galatea.
It is not a huge lake, but the colour, the clarity and it's placements in the mountains ... all beautiful.
The hike itself is quite lovely as well; very forested, lots of quaint wooden bridges ... very nice.
And another plus is it's not too far from Calgary. It is before you even get to Canmore (although you have to go a little ways off of highway 1).
Highly recommended hike. -
Review from Angelo T.
8/2/2011 6 photos
I was never much for hiking, and always looked at it as a wimpy past time. But this trail, which is considered as "moderate" kicked my butt! Our hike lasted 5 hours, which consisted of many breaks (bad idea: stocking up on nothing but junk food!)
A great day-trip that doesn't require spending too much money. Check out the photos, the hike excursion is certainly worth it once you get to the lakes! The scenery changes drastically and the paths offer various challenges. At this very moment, my legs feel like mash potatoes, hmm mash potatoes.
Certainly one of the most pleasant hikes I've ever been on, which was reflected on the pleasant hellos we exchanged with everyone we crossed paths with. The first lake you see is a calm and relaxing place, which has a camping ground to the side (which you will need a permit for). But if you trek further, through higher elevation and past the intense wall of broken rocks, you'll see a great view of the second lake. The clear blue-green water might be drinkable as well, ( Dan D seems to be OK).
