Lake O’Hara Backpacking Guide: Permits, Accommodations & Insider Tips

Are you dreaming of exploring the stunning alpine paradise of Lake O’Hara in Yoho National Park? This in-depth guide covers everything you need to know about planning your trip, including how to secure the elusive shuttle permits, tips for applying, and an overview of accommodation options (that include permits!). Whether you're backpacking, staying in the campground, or booking a cabin at the Lake O’Hara Lodge, this video has you covered. Discover expert tips for making the most of your visit, from hiking the breathtaking Alpine Circuit to understanding the best times to apply for permits. Don’t miss this ultimate guide to one of Canada’s most iconic destinations! 🌻Find This Guide Helpful - Say Thanks with buying us a ☕️coffee or 🍻beer 😉 -- https://coff.ee/tworoamingsouls Important Dates: Lake O'Hara Campground: January 17 - February 12, 2025 Elizabeth Park Hut (Summer Lottery): December 2, 2024 - January 13, 2025 Day-use Lake O'Hara Bus Permits (Random Draw Lottery): March 3 - March 24, 2025 Hiking Trails In The Area: *Alpine Circuit: 11.1km, 882m (6.9 mi, 2,893 ft) *Lake McArthur: 7.2km, 372m (4.5mi, 1,220 ft) *Odaray Grandview: 7.5km, 516m (4.7 miles, 1,692 ft) (restricted to 4 parties per day - you need permission) *Mount Schaffer: 8.4km, 680m (5.2 miles, 2,230 ft) *Linda Lake: 9.8km, 540m (6.1 miles, 1,768 ft) *Monica Lake/Cathedral Falls: 16km, 670m (10 miles, 2,854ft) *Abbot Pass: 9.3km, 898m (5.8 mi, 2,946 ft) Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:45 Applying for permits 01:15 Day-Use Shuttle Permits 01:41 Different Accommodations at Lake O’Hara 01:53 Shuttle Times 02:21 Hiking The Lake O’Hara Fire Road 03:38 Booking The Lake O’Hara Campground 04:55 Booking The Elizabeth Parker Hut 05:38 Booking The Lake O’Hara Lodge 06:16 Alpine Circuit 06:57 Wiwaxy Gap 07:11 Huber Ledge 07:43 Lake Oesa 08:08 Yuckness Ledges 08:34 Hungabee Lake & Moor Lakes 08:43 Detour up to Opabin Lake 08:47 Opabin Plateau 09:12 All Soul’s Prospect 09:31 West Opabin Trail to Lake O’Hara Circuit Trail 09:43 Back at the Lake O’Hara Campground 11:12 Le Relais Shelter 11:49 Lake McArthur 12:27 Additional Tips For Visiting Lake O’Hara 13:25 Other Hikes In The Lake O’Hara area ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Let’s Connect! Instagram:   / tworoamingsouls   Pinterest:   / tworoamingsouls   Facebook:   / tworoamingsouls   X:   / tworoamingsouls   ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— This description contains affiliate or referral links which means we may earn a small commission if you purchase or download from our links at no additional cost to you. Thanks! Two Roaming Souls is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program & AvantLink-Canviva Affiliate Program, affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. 🥾Favorite Hiking Gear: *Hiking Poles: https://amzn.to/3mRClG3 *Gregory Miko 25 Backpack (Men's): https://rei.pxf.io/aOQrDN *Gregory Maya 25 Backpack (Women's): https://rei.pxf.io/LK3RW3 *Altra Lone Peak (Men's): https://rei.pxf.io/MA3RWY *Altra Lone Peak (Women's): https://rei.pxf.io/dOj5E3 *Teva Hurricane Sandals: https://rei.pxf.io/19QZzD *Chaco ZCloud Sandals: https://rei.pxf.io/e1Pkb6 🎒Favorite Backpacking Gear: *Tent (Big Agness Copper Spur HV UL3): https://rei.pxf.io/EEvRAW *Sleeping Bag (Emily - Marmot Lithium 0 Degree): https://rei.pxf.io/dOj5rW *Sleeping Bag (Jake - REI Magma 15 Degree): https://rei.pxf.io/qzXOob *Sleeping Pad (Big Agnes Boundary Deluxe): https://rei.pxf.io/Qj32Ea *Water Filter (Platypus GravityWorks 4L): https://rei.pxf.io/55P1Bb 📸Camera Gear: *GoPro Hero 11 Black: https://amzn.to/3lcMMmH *GoPro 3-Way 2.0 Grip: https://amzn.to/3RvUB2Y *DJI Osmo Pocket 3: https://amzn.to/4lOwD0J *Sony Alpha a6000 24.3MP Mirrorless Digital Camera: https://amzn.to/2BJEThQ *TYCKA Rangers 56” Compact Travel Tripod: https://amzn.to/2AaZpYy *Drone DJI Mini 3 Pro: https://amzn.to/3wVkIHb *Xenvo SquidGrip Flexible Cell Phone Tripod: https://amzn.to/42rBWe2 ——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Music Provided By Epidemic Sound Sign Up: https://share.epidemicsound.com/tude4m