알버타 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

The Plain of the Six Glaciers Trail starts by following the shoreline of Lake Louise along the right side of the lake. It’s a gradual, easy walk at first with open views across the water. When you reach the end of the lake, the trail turns into the forest and begins to climb. As you gain elevation, the terrain becomes rockier and more exposed above treeline. After crossing a rocky ridge, you’ll hit a set of switchbacks that lead straight up to the Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse — a well-earned stop with incredible views all around.

About an hour up and 45 mins down. Beautiful views!

It really feels like a fairy tale here.

It really feels like a fairy tale here.

The Plain of Six Glaciers Tea House is a classic Banff hiking destination and one of the few backcountry tea houses still operating in the Rockies. The teahouse is a rustic log cabin built in 1927, where hikers can enjoy tea, homemade lunches, and baked goods surrounded by towering icefalls and creaking glaciers. The tea house accepts cash only (Canadian Dollars) and can get busy in summer, so arrive early, pack layers for alpine weather, and savor one of the most scenic cups of tea in the world.

One of Canada's most famous locations, Lake Louise (known in the Stoney Nakoda language as Ho-run-num-nay, meaning “Lake of the Little Fishes”) shines with its glacier-fed turquoise waters. The lake serves as a base for hiking, summer canoeing, and winter skiing. With limited parking and shuttle options required during peak season, planning ahead will turn a visit into a memorable encounter with one of the Rockies’ most iconic landscapes. As others have mentioned, it does get very busy, so arriving early is a great way to beat the crowds and enjoy a bit of solitude along the shoreline.

You can access the summit via the gondola or by hiking up the short, but steep trail that travels under the gondola. Either way you'll be treated with great views at both the summit and along your journey to the top.

You can access this viewpoint halfway up, or down, the trail on Sulphur Mountain. It's a great place to have a rest and enjoy the mountain views.