Boom Lake Trail is a 10.3 kilometer moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Eldon, Alberta, Canada that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from June until August. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
dogs on leash
kid friendly
birding
cross country skiing
hiking
nature trips
trail running
walking
forest
lake
views
wild flowers
wildlife
Nice trail! Did with a doggo who also enjoyed it. No signs for Boom lake if you’re coming from Radium way, look out for the turning! Did with cleats on but would probably be fine without. Nice opening at the end where the snowy frozen lake is, would be pretty sweet in the summertime!
We took our XC skis out February 21 and there was plenty of snow. Beautiful hike in the trees until we got to the lake where it opens up to Mountain View’s. Great trail we will come again.
A well maintained trail. Beautiful forested hike. The lake itself is huge and crystal clear. Very few people on this trail today making for some wonderful private views of the lake. There’s a great spot just past the rock pile that acts as a “point” and offers a panoramic view of this lake. You can really take in the grandeur of the surrounding mountains from here. A little clearing offered the perfect spot to eat lunch and play dice. Grab a coffee at Storm mountain lodge by their fireplace before your drive back to Banff or Calgary as well.
Effort to reward ratio is 1:3. Great easy hike.
I cross country skied this trail and it is amazing. It turned dark and there was a clear sky with a full moon. As we skied across the mountain it opened up to an ice covered lake. With big fluffy snow flakes falling. It was cool but not cold as we had just finished a great workout by skiing in. We sat down and enjoyed Red delicious apples before heading back on the trail to ski out. The trail in was beautiful lined with tall Spruce and Douglas Fir and Blue Spruce all covered in white sparkly snow that glistened like diamonds. The trail goes up and down nothing too steep with long stretches of scenic beauty. ❤️
Great hike for beginners with an amazing pay off. Boom lake is stunning!
Very I've trail of your looking for something easy! The Lake view is very beautiful! My friend and I came across a Grizzly so that was definitely the scare lol but you should always be prepared!!
A bit boring hike as it goes through woods almost all the time.
But it's easy going and a good start for a hiking holiday in the mountains. The view onto the lake at the end of the hike, however, is stunning.
Amazing lake! Calm water, really cold but people jumped in quick. Totally worth visit, not a overly busy trail for being a holiday Monday.
Good, easy hike with great payoff.
The lake is splendid !
Perfect short hike ( took us 3 hours) with a beautiful view. Great easy hike to start the season off!
Deep snow and wet. Was fun walk.
Martina T.
We did this one few times. This time we did it with toddler (in carrier). It was muddy, very wet and still lots of deep snow at the end. But it was worth it.
Very nice hike. Reaching Boom Lake was worth it! However we were not prepared for so much snow. 90% of hike was snow covered. Melting snow and mud. We even fell through waist deep snow many times. Will definitely come back when it dries up but doesn't look like it will be for a while.
Been there in mid May, trail was covered with snow, so will have to do it again once it melts.
Beautiful Lake, day we went was raining which would have kept the crowds low. Did get to see Eagles as well. Definately recommend for a family hike, might even drag a tube up there next time
Manisha K.
September 14, 2013
Great option for an easy day. Most of the hike occurs on the straightaway through the forest as the trail gently rolls up and occasionally down. The forest is thick and full of eye candy. Bring a good partner for great conversations cuz you should have your breath on this hike. You'll suddenly appear out of the forest and find yourself amongst a rock yard beside the lake. Relax, grab a bite, and take pics of the shear wall of rock brilliance on the other side of the lake.
Easy hike with a few ups and downs. Covered in snow after the first 2 kms. Beautiful Quiet lake at the end.
Easy hike to the lake and the view is not bad
Easy hike and worth the views at the end. The lake is a lovely spot to sit and take in the views. It wasn't overly busy either.
Simple hike with a rewarding view! Lake was a great spot for a swim
The lake is amazing. Great place to meditate after an easy hike.
definitely worth the trip to see that amazing lake view...I would do it again and recommend it to friends
Very easy, quick trail that's accessible for people with a variety of fitness levels and ages. The lake at the end is very pretty and clear. Worth it if you're looking for some decent sights without a lot of effort. I hiked this early July 2016 and it was very muddy and wet at certain areas of the trail, so make sure you wear appropriate shoes/boots.
Lovely lake at the end of the forested trail. Minimal elevation changes and easy trail.
Great hike - ascending to the lake and descending for the most part on the way back. This even offered some boulder fields if you were up for it! The lake at the end was well worth it.
Gently ascending hike. Nice finish on a lovely mountain lake. Great for an easy trail run. About 40 mins running. 2 hours to hike it.