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Follow the Lake Agnes Tea House Trail on a self-guided audio nature tour that plays through your smartphone.
Across 19 GPS-triggered stops on this seven-kilometre out-and-back hike, discover Lake Louise, the Fairmont Chateau, Victoria Glacier, Mirror Lake, Lake Agnes and its tea house. Hear stories about Banff National Park, mountain geology, alpine plants, wildlife and Indigenous connections to the landscape.
Audio plays automatically near each point of interest, while the live map shows your location and route. Download the tour over Wi-Fi before you begin, then hike without using mobile data.
Allow two to three hours, or longer for rest stops, photos or refreshments. The trail climbs steadily on uneven mountain terrain and returns to Lake Louise.
There is no group, fixed departure time or in-person guide. The tea house operates seasonally, and the route is not considered safe during winter and spring avalanche conditions. Check Parks Canada trail notices before setting out.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour starts and stops at the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise on beautiful Lake Louise, in Banff National Park, Alberta.
Itinerary
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1Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Start beside the landmark Fairmont Château Lake Louise, a grand lakeside hotel framed by mountain scenery.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Lake Louise
Admire Lake Louise’s turquoise water and discover its Stoney Nakoda name, ‘Lake of Little Fishes’.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Victoria Glacier
Admire Victoria Glacier across Lake Louise, where ice crowns the far end of the valley.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Banff National Park
Travel through Banff National Park, Canada’s first national park and a showcase of Rocky Mountain scenery.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Notice the hardy trees and plants thriving in Banff’s cool mountain forests.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Discover how Banff’s wildlife bridges and underpasses help animals cross nearby highways safely.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Catch glimpses of turquoise Lake Louise between the trees on the trail’s steady switchbacks.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Discover the story of Castleguard Cave, a protected underground wonder closed to the public and far from this trail.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Watch for Banff’s mountain wildlife while giving every animal plenty of space.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Mirror Lake
Pause at Mirror Lake, a tranquil alpine pool beneath the rounded Big Beehive.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11
Reach the historic Lake Agnes Tea House beside a waterfall, with refreshments available when it is open for the season.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12Lake Agnes
Take in Lake Agnes, a quiet alpine lake nestled below cliffs and rugged peaks.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13
Discover the story of Castle Mountain, a fortress-like Bow Valley landmark away from this trail.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
14
Admire the layered Rocky Mountain peaks as the trail winds back toward Lake Louise.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
15
Discover the enduring Indigenous connections woven through the Lake Louise landscape.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
16
Discover how hiking and climbing shaped Banff’s adventurous mountain culture.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
17
Return to Lake Louise and see how glacier-fed water and rock flour create its turquoise colour.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Download the Tripvia Tours app and the tour over Wi-Fi before you arrive.
- Bring a fully charged smartphone and earbuds or headphones; enable location services.
- This is a self-guided experience; no tour guide meets you at the starting point.
- The 19-stop, seven-kilometre out-and-back hike takes about two to three hours and returns to Lake Louise.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Download the Tripvia Tours app and the tour over Wi-Fi before you arrive.
- Bring a fully charged smartphone and earbuds or headphones; enable location services.
- This is a self-guided experience; no tour guide meets you at the starting point.
- The 19-stop, seven-kilometre out-and-back hike takes about two to three hours and returns to Lake Louise.
- Expect a steady climb and uneven mountain terrain; wear sturdy hiking footwear.
- The Lake Agnes Tea House operates seasonally, generally from mid-May until Canadian Thanksgiving, and may close because of conditions.
- The route is not considered safe during winter and spring avalanche conditions; check current Parks Canada trail notices before starting.
- Plan Lake Louise transportation and parking in advance; availability is limited and fees or reservations may apply.
- Stay alert for wildlife, make noise, keep your distance, and carry bear spray if you know how to use it.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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