Near Lakeshore Trail
Lake Louise on a cloudy day
Near Lakeshore Trail
Lake Louise poses with Victoria Glacier at its far end and Mt. Victoria hidden in the clouds.
Near Lakeshore Trail
Lake Louise glimmers beautifully along the Lake Louise Lakeshore Trail.
Near Lakeshore Trail
Lake Louise.
Near Lakeshore Trail
Lake Louise makes for gorgeous trailside scenery in the winter.

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Lakeshore Trail

4.6 (8 Ratings)
An easy, scenic option along the northern and western shore of Lake Louise, with access from the Fairmont Chateau.
2.1
mi
Distance
792
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Family FriendlyLakeLakefrontLess CrowdedRiver/CreekViewsWildlife

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.11mi
Distance
792ft
Elevation Gain
486ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
6,143ft
High Point
5,781ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
A great trail that is wide and flat along the western edge of Lake Louise. It leads to the Plain of Six Glaciers Trail. This trail is easy for the whole family and will thus have quite a few people on it enjoying the beauty of Lake Louise.

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