Glacier Views
Lake Agnes and “Little Beehive”, full day
One of the “Classic Hikes of the Rockies” leads to a charming glacial tarn above Lake Louise with a historic teahouse on its shore. There is an option to visit the site of a former fire lookout with breathtaking views of Lake Louise and the surrounding glacier capped mountains.
Total distance: 6.8 km (4.2 miles) / with “Little Beehive” option: 9 km (5.6 miles)
Elevation gain: 400 m (1300 feet) / with “Little Beehive” option: 480 m (1570 feet)
Trailhead: At the shore of Lake Louise.
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Plain of Six Glaciers, full day
A spectacular, yet busy viewpoint at the base of Mount Victoria, from where six glaciers are visible. The historic teahouse, which originally served as a staging area for mountaineers, offers refreshments and baked goods.
Total distance: 11 km (6.8 miles)
Elevation gain: 365 m (1200 feet)
Trailhead: At the shore of Lake Louise.
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Stanley Glacier, full day
This hike explores a beautiful hanging valley and offers close-up views of three major processes that have shaped the landscape of the Rockies: glaciation, fire and avalanche.
Total distance: 8.4 km (5.2 miles)
Elevation gain: 365 m (1200 feet)
Trailhead: South side of Kootenay Parkway (Highway 93), 13.4 km (8.3 miles) west of Castle Junction.
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Yoho Lake - Iceline loop, full day
This trail leads to a small, green lake and on to an open slope with spectacular views of Yoho Valley and Takakkaw Falls, one of Canada’s highest waterfalls.
Total distance: 9 - 13 km (5.6 - 8 miles)
Elevation gain: 360 - 700 m ( 1200 - 2300 feet)
Trailhead: Follow Highway 1 to the Yoho Valley Rd., 3.7 km (2.3 miles) east of Field, 22.3 km (13.8 miles) west of Lake Louise. Turn north and follow this road, 3.3 km (8.3 miles) to Whiskey Jack hostel. The trailhead is in the hostel parking area.
