[1] It is an expansion of the Azure River which rises from an unnamed glacier in the Cariboo Mountains.

Garnet Peak, Wells Gray Park's third highest mountain, rises north of Tryfan, but is not visible from anywhere on the lake.

The deeply incised valley of Azure Lake was carved by glaciers during past Ice Ages resulting in rugged and steep shorelines.

A popular multi-day trip is to take the water taxi, loaded with canoes or kayaks, to Rainbow Falls then paddle back to the south end of Clearwater Lake.

Other than this trail, hiking from Azure Lake is difficult due to extremely dense undergrowth.