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Maligne Lake is in Jasper National Park, which is one of the very first national parks established in Canada. This lake is in the province of Alberta, Canada. Since its discovery, many wealthy personalities have been lured to the high double-faced mountain overlooking the beautiful, emerald green lake. People arrive from all around the world to visit this comfortable setting at Jasper.
Maligne Lake was discovered by the early pioneers. From the late 1800's to the early 1900's, some of Western Canada's most unique scenery flourished in such a way that it’s been said, “Anyone who visits Maligne Lake in Jasper is bound to feel next to heaven.”
To learn more about this area's life according to one of the early pioneers, by all means read "A Hunter of Peace" by Mary T. S. Schaffer. She gives a splendid account of her 1911 expedition to Maligne Lake.
Beginning as a very lonely woman, Mary Schaffer Warren began her story: "No one may know I went among those hills with a broken heart and only on the high places could I learn that I and mine were very close together. We dare not tell those beautiful thoughts, they like to say "explorer" of me, no, only a hunter of peace. I found it."
Today Maligne Lake smiles on us with an emerald green face. A variety of wildflowers garnish this tempting lake, with Mountain Raspberry being among them. Flowers are discovered in crimson, yellow and pink. It is as though they reach to the traveler from a variety of positions as if to say, “Welcome.”
The elk are nearby, and the Canadians always warn us not to feed them. However, the wildlife is beautiful to look at.
White water rafting offers fun on the water, with exhilaration evolving as though one believes he/she will decide to partake in this fun without end, and without so much as a thought of returning home. Pertinent to exhilaration, there are plenty of additional choices along the line of entertainment.
One can hike the trails surrounding Maligne Lake and enjoy the quiet company each offers. Canoeing is offered at Jasper Park, too. The events and activities surrounding Maligne Lake are numerous. For those who do not wish to take cruises on the lake, do enjoy a swim nearby. Additionally, fellows, and ladies, too, are invited to try their hand on the beautiful golf course, situated conveniently for your pleasure. Upon returning in late afternoon, look forward to a delicious meal with spirits – that is, if you prefer.
If you are one who enjoys mountain climbing, this activity will take you to the height of compassion as you stand atop a mountain while viewing from whence you came. Skating is another thrilling activity to entice your limbs into even greater movement. Down hill skiing and cross-country skiing are also nearby in this Canadian national park.
The area surrounding Maligne Lake has been described as "The Gem of the Rockies." By all means, go and enjoy. You will be glad that you did. It will bring you at one with nature, and it will be a trip you’ll never forget.
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