Taylor Lake is a designated backcountry campsite in Banff National Park, reached via the Taylor Lake Trail from a trailhead on the Trans-Canada Highway, approximately 8 km west of Castle Junction. The trail climbs 595 metres over 6.3 km to reach the subalpine lake. The campsite has five tent pads set back in the forest near the lake, along with a pit toilet, food storage, and picnic tables. A Parks Canada backcountry camping permit (per person per night) and a valid national park entry pass are required. The site offers views of surrounding peaks including Mount Ball and serves as a base for exploring nearby alpine terrain.
Backcountry camping in Banff National Park is managed by Parks Canada
Parks Canada is the federal agency managing national parks in Canada, including Banff National Park
Backcountry camping per person, per night: $15.00
The Taylor Lake trailhead is located on the Trans-Canada Highway, 8 km west of Castle Junction. Trail climbs 595m over 6.3 km. Campsite has five tent pads in the forest, food storage, picnic tables, pit toilet.
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Taylor Lake is a designated backcountry campsite in Banff National Park, reached via the Taylor Lake Trail from a trailhead on the Trans-Canada Highway, approximately 8 km west of Castle Junction. The trail climbs 595 metres over 6.3 km to reach the subalpine lake. The campsite has five tent pads set back in the forest near the lake, along with a pit toilet, food storage, and picnic tables. A Parks Canada backcountry camping permit (per person per night) and a valid national park entry pass are required. The site offers views of surrounding peaks including Mount Ball and serves as a base for exploring nearby alpine terrain.
Backcountry camping in Banff National Park is managed by Parks Canada
Parks Canada is the federal agency managing national parks in Canada, including Banff National Park
Backcountry camping per person, per night: $15.00
The Taylor Lake trailhead is located on the Trans-Canada Highway, 8 km west of Castle Junction. Trail climbs 595m over 6.3 km. Campsite has five tent pads in the forest, food storage, picnic tables, pit toilet.
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.