Two Jack Lake

Approaching Banff from Calgary on Hwy #1 turn right after taking the first Banff / Lake Minnewanka exit. Turn right at the "T" intersection. Follow this road across a Texas gate to the first right hand turn. Here you will find a sign posted for Two Jack Lake. Turn here and follow the road for 6km past Two Jack Lake campsite and turn right at the lake sign. The parking and washrooms are on the left. On the right is the day use area, straight ahead is the beach.

Hazards:
Many submerged trees around edges of lake, lots of fishing line etc. and row boats, occasional sail boat and altitude.

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Diver Experiance:
Novice and up.

Entry & Exit Points:
Follow the road from the car park a short distance to the beach. Enter either on the left or right side.

Bottom Contour:
A gradual slope with a bowl approx. 150 feet to the left from entry point.

Bottom Composition:
Coarse sand bottom at entry point with silt / sand bottom throughout.

Currents:
None.

Water Temperature
Anywhere from 40° - 55° F. (4° - 12° C)

Visibility:
Can be poor due to green algae during summer months.

Depth:
Depths are mostly in the 20 foot range with 50 feet at bottom of bowl.

Marine Life:
Abundance of fresh water shrimp and many trout frequent the area.

Vegetation:
Vegetation consists of grassy weed beds.

Underwater Attractions:
Barrels and cables is all that remains of an old dock system.
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