Low Clouds

Low Clouds Over Johnson Lake, Banff

Fresh back from a trip to Maine, where the weather refused to cooperate for most of the week, I'm glad to say travel with good friends is always worthwhile. A handful of decent frames came out of it, and I hope to share those soon. In the meantime, here's a return to one of my favourite spots: Johnson Lake in Banff National Park.

The skies had been grey and were beginning to break up. By the time I reached the water, the overcast had mostly lifted, leaving just a few low clouds draped across the mountain summits.

Low clouds clinging to the mountain tops reflected in the still water of Johnson Lake in Banff National Park — Low clouds and mirror-like reflections at Johnson Lake

Johnson Lake is a favourite for families wanting an easy walk with a fine view of Cascade Mountain. Through the summer months, picnickers, hikers, sunbathers, anglers and swimmers all gather here, and the lake forms part of Banff's Minnewanka Loop.

Reader Comments

Marc Collins · September 28, 2025

Welcome back Len. Love this shot, great reflection. I've been to Johnson Lake and on that day it was very overcast. Good to see what I could have seen on a clear sunny day!

Steven Perlmutter · September 28, 2025

Beautiful capture Len. The clouds and reflections are stunning. And welcome back. I'm looking forward to seeing your shots from Maine.

Adam Allegro · September 28, 2025

That reflection is gorgeous… Wonderful work Len! Those clouds look awesome!

Rick Louie · September 28, 2025

I've only been gone a few weeks and I already miss this place. Lovely capture!

Dave DiCello · September 28, 2025

Welcome back man! I think that this is one of my favorite shots of yours, the colors and reflections are mesmerizing!

Kris Koeller · September 28, 2025

Beautiful shot with great reflections. Nicely done.

A Creative Adventure/denise ippolito · September 28, 2025

Beautiful clouds and the comp. is lovely. You once again did a great job w/ the processing.

Curt Fleenor · September 28, 2025

Beautiful shot Len, the clouds are amazing!

Chris Frailey · September 28, 2025

Just an amazing landscape. So serene.

Edith Levy · September 28, 2025

Welcome back Len…we missed you…and your posts. This is stunning. The reflections are amazing but the way the reflection looks with the ripples in the water make really special.

A.Barlow · September 28, 2025

wow man! such an amazing shot you got here. Perfect in every way. Grats!

Toad Hollow Photography · September 28, 2025

One of my favorite parts of the world, Len, this shot absolutely took my breath away!

LensScaper · September 28, 2025

That cloud is a scene winner and the reflections double it. Reminds me of a great 3week dash around BC that I did in 1990s

Chris Nitz · September 29, 2025

Beautiful shot Len!

Anne McKinnell · September 30, 2025

Beautiful reflection! I am going to Maine tomorrow, hopefully I'll have better luck with the weather

Rolograaf · October 1, 2025

Bannf is really beautiful, as is this picture, hope to visit oncemore in my lifetime. Nice site as well.

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