Moraine Lake from Castle Junction 90K

         ROAD RIDE - ADVANCED DISTANCE, HILLS AND PACE

Distance: 90 Km

Pace: 25-27 kph

Elevation Gain: 1,200+ m

Ride format: No sweep, limited stops

Route map: 

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33688432

Route description:

A day in the mountains, starting at Castle Junction. It's three for the price of one as we will visit three spectacular destinations: (1) Lake Louise Ski Area Base, (2) Lake Louise, (3) Moraine Lake. 

Parking and meeting spot:

Parking is on the right hand side (East side) of the road into Castle Junction from Hwy 1. It is a loop next to the Hostel, as pinpointed on the route map. Do not park at the gas station, the chalets, or on the roadside - you may be ticketed. This parking spot fills up early with people walking and biking on the closed section of the 1A. The early start time is to ensure our group is able to get parking. Don't forget your park pass. 

Time:

• Arrive between 8:00 and 8:15 a.m.
• Pre-ride huddle and safety moment at 8:15
• Wheels rolling at 8:30 a.m.  
• Out of respect for those who arrive on time, we won't wait for latecomers.

Social elements:

• Multiple photo ops along the way
• Longer stop to snack and soak up the atmosphere at Moraine Lake
• Apres-ride social at appropriate social gathering distance at Castle Junction following our ride. BYO LC&R (lawn chairs and refreshments)

Safety:

• Please ensure your contact info is up to date in the system before the ride -- including your cell phone number and emergency contact. 
• However, please note some parts of the route do not have cell service.
• Bring your own tools, spare tubes, etc.