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LM8 Camp

LM8 Camp, officially the Aylmer Pass Junction backcountry campground, sits on the shore of Lake Minnewanka in Banff National Park, approximately 8 kilometres from the Lake Minnewanka trailhead.

The campground offers 10 sites, several of which look out over the glacier-fed turquoise waters of the lake. Facilities include pit toilets, a dedicated cooking area with bear bag cables, and fire pits.

The site serves as a natural staging point for day trips to Aylmer Lookout and Aylmer Pass. Note that a seasonal grizzly bear closure applies from July 10 to September 15, during which campers must use alternate sites such as LM9 or LM11.

Deer are frequently spotted in the area, so hikers should take precautions against ticks. Reservations are required through the Parks Canada website and fill quickly.


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