GETTING HERE

With Lake Louise becoming a top destination to many travelers from across the globe, access to the Lake and it’s surrounding trails has become difficult - but not impossible! So how do you find us?

SHUTTLE:

There are a few shuttle options;

Parks Canada - Parks Canada offers shuttles from May until October and it is recommended to those driving to or staying in Lake Louise. Reservations are released in two different phases. In the spring they release their first round of shuttle reservations. If you do not get seats during the spring release - do not panic! Parks releases additional seats two days prior to the desired date of departure.

Visit https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/parkbus/louise#parkscanadashuttles for more information regarding Parks’ Shuttles.

Roam Public Transit - Roam Transit is available year round and is suggested for those who are staying in the Banff Townsite.

Visit https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/banff/visit/parkbus/louise#roamtransit for more information regarding Roam Public Transit.

Commercial Busses - There are many privately owned bus shuttles who service Lake Louise. Please visit carfreebanff.ca for more information.

Parking at the Lake:

There is a small paid ($42/day) parking lot at the Lakeshore. Parking can be difficult to find at the Lake, but again, not impossible. If hoping to snag a spot at the Lake, you will need to either arrive very early or arrive later in the afternoon. Our hours are 8:00am - 6:00pm to accommodate those who were able to snag a spot!

The Hike

The Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse is nestled among the towering peaks of the Rocky Mountains. The trail head begins at the bustling Chateau Lake Louise. Follow the wide, well-worn path for 2km around the turquoise water to the back of the lake where the trail begins its upward trajectory. Over the course of the next 3.6km the trail will gain approximately 360m of elevation.

Along the way hikers will be exposed to views of the dramatic glacial valley and gain a lesser-known perspective of the world-famous Lake Louise. The trail winds through partially forested terrain, meadows populated with wildflowers in the summer months, and rocky switchbacks. Hikers will know they are close once they are greeted on the trail with the scent of fresh bread. Shortly after, the trees will open up into a large alpine meadow with the most peaceful sounding stream and a majestic panoramic view of the popular peaks of Lake Louise.

Be sure to keep your eyes out for goats, sheep, pikas, marmots, and bears and practice appropriate animal safety should you be lucky enough to see one of these elusive critters. Make sure to bring lots of water and weather appropriate clothing as the trail is quite exposed at certain points.

Hike safe and we look forward to welcoming you to the Plain of Six Glaciers!

The teahouse

Rain or shine, the Teahouse offers a menu of light lunches, desserts, and beverages. Everything is handmade on site with ingredients flown up by helicopter twice a year or brought up daily in the backpacks of our remarkable staff.

Walk up the path from the meadow towards the Teahouse and let our staff help you find a seat. It is time for a well deserved break! Our staff will bring you a menu and take your order. We recommend you try the locals favorite chocolate cake and one of our nearly twenty varieties of tea!

Card processing is now available! Owing to the remote nature of the Teahouse, solar power is not always available. We do suggest bringing Canadian Dollars as a back up. If you MUST use USD, we will accept it, but at a 1-1 exchange rate.