Canmore Advice Request

[masoncrj]

I am taking my family up to Canmore the last few days of June for a family vacation. We are from Alabama in the southeast US. I am looking to take my oldest (15) out on the Bow as time permits (family vacation comes first). I am not asking for anyone to tell me their favorite holes but I am looking for suggestions of general areas where we can wade along the banks. For example am I better off going up into the Banff area or are the decent areas in or south of Canmore. I would hire a guide but time is the main reason since we will either sneak off for a few hours in early morning or while the 9 month and 2 1/2 year old are napping. Usually a split second decision. My son and I have a great time just being out and catching anything is a bonus.

 

Any information is greatly appreciated.

 

Thanks

[trailhead]

I made a couple of suggestions on this board under the "Saturday Suggestions" post. The Bow around Canmore can be a bit tough to fish at times and I have very limited experience, so maybe someone else can give you more information about it. There are also a couple of other lakes nearby called Grotto Mountain Pond and Gap Lake. But if you are short of time Quarry might be your best bet.

[fishinhogdaddy]

Also, the river and it's banks can become very dangerous at that time of year as the run-off from the mountains is in full swing, so be aware! There are a huge number of sweepers and logjams that may look safe to walk on but are not. I have had decent success fishing below the bridge at Canmore.