Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse Trail
With every step along the Plain of Six Glaciers trail, the feeling of remoteness intensifies. The lakefront fades away as the path moves over a silty delta, across a rocky traverse and up the spine of a glacial moraine.
The iconic log cabin - that’s home to the tea house - is nestled in the woods below the namesake Plain of Six Glaciers. Settle in for tea and a chat with the family members who’ve run the tea house since 1959 and are walking, talking encyclopedias of the area.
Good To Know
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Duration
- 3-6 hrs
- When
- Jun - Oct
Plan Ahead
In 2024 upgrades will be made to Lake Louise Drive to help protect the area and improve the overall visitor experience. Construction will begin as early as April 2024. Summer 2024 visitors are reminded to plan ahead, prepare for delays, and book a shuttle or tour if they are planning to visit Lake Louise. Discover your options.
Location
- Distance from Banff:
- 62km
- Distance from Lake Louise:
- 4km
When to go
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Local Tips
Cash Only: If you are hoping for a sweet treat or a cup of tea, make sure you bring cash (Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse does not accept any card or digital payments)
Local Flavour: Save room for the homemade chocolate cake.
Take advantage of the horse ride tours offered through Brewster Adventures/Timberline Tours and give your hiking legs a break.
Getting There
Roam Route 8X: Daily service operating year round.
Parks Canada Shuttles: Daily service operating May - October.
Limited parking is available year-round at Lake Louise with a fee required for parking from May to October.
More Information
Difficulty: Moderate
Length: 5.3 km one way
Elevation gain: 365 m
Hiking time: 4 hour round trip
Trailhead: Upper Lake Louise Parking Area
