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In the mid-20th century, Banff erected numerous fire towers where spotters could detect flames from afar. The castle lookout tower has long since been removed, but the expansive views of the middle Bow Valley remain.

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People paddleboarding on Moraine Lake as the sun rises in Banff National Park Hiker enjoying Chester Lake in Kananaskis.
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