In addition to the iconic locations and shots that have been a bit over done, there are tons of unique images that can be captured by focusing on interesting light, or zooming in on smaller details or intimate landscapes, even from some of the most popular spots.

Canyons and Waterfalls

The various canyons throughout the mountains are filled with wonderful abstract shapes. Smooth flowing water rushing up against hard rock, an assortment of trees and shrubs sprout out of various cracks, and it's all lit by soft canyon light.

Glaciers

The various glaciers seen all the way up the Icefields Parkway gleam brilliantly against the various mountain peaks they flow past. The ice is filled with interesting layers of dust and rocks, and the azure shaded ice melts in abstract patterns and shapes

Dappled Light

Even cloudy days in the mountains result in great light, as beams break through the cloud cover and illuminate small patches of the landscape. These make for dynamic and images when captured with a telephoto lens.

Mountain Peaks

One of the best things about being up in the mountains is seeing the alpenglow hit the peaks at sunrise or during the last moments of sunset. The various peaks can take on different characteristics depending on how close you are or which side you view them from. Even on overcast days the chance to capture the mountains peaking out through the clouds provided great photographic opportunities.

Don't forget to look down at your feet as well...