Hi Ben,
Vermillion Lakes is just a short ways outside of Banff... I don't know how accessible the roads are these days but it's a great shooting spot.
You might send Craig Richards (
http://www.spiralroad.com/sr/craig_richards/index.html) a note. He's one of Banff's best known fine arts photographers and is a nice fellow to boot. Perhaps, he may have some suggestions. Check out his book... gorgeous images.
I also saw an image of Ink Pots with a really nice looking, frozen water fall behind them in a magazine put out by The Fairmont Hotels chain. If you ask some of the residents in Banff they may be able to tell you where they're located.
Lastly, a drive up to Lake Louise should be on your agenda. Shooting the lake against the Rocky Mountains as a back drop is quite spectacular.
For a really decent restaurant (great wine list!
) try:
http://lebeaujolaisbanff.com/
There are also tours available... check this link:
http://www.banfftours.com/
The area around Banff is a beautiful region... truly a gem!
Have a good time!
Cheers
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