Near Plain of Six Glaciers Trail
The advantage to sporadic rain: a rainbow over Lake Louise.
Near Plain of Six Glaciers Trail
A porcupine hangs out quietly next to the trail.
Near Plain of Six Glaciers Trail
Mount Aberdeen stands prominently in the distance from the Plain of Six Glaciers Trail.
Near Plain of Six Glaciers Trail
Come experience the super-cozy Plain of Six Glaciers Tea House in Banff National Park.

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Plain of Six Glaciers Trail

4.6 (5 Ratings)
A more strenuous climb from the Lakeshore Trail to the tea house with awesome views of glaciers, mountains, and cliffs.
1.9
mi
Distance
1,333
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
LakeRiver/CreekViewsWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.86mi
Distance
1,333ft
Elevation Gain
272ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
7,239ft
High Point
6,100ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The trail starts from the Lakeshore Trail at the southwest end of the lake. The trail steadily climbs up the valley offering excellent views of the lake behind you and mountains all around. It will exit the forest into fields of moraines. Thus, you'll have unrestricted views of the glaciers and mountains. Nearly at the end is an old Tea House built by Swiss mountaineers. The tea house servers tea and snacks, but does run out. You can continue along the ridge of a moraine to some even better views of the glaciers at the end.

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