126 m away
Fairview Lookout
Casual stroll through dense forest, to an elevated viewpoint of Lake Louise and the chateau.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 2 km
- Ascent
- 132 m
- Descent
- 132 m
Lake Louise Lakeshore Trail
Banff National Park
An easy stroll along the shores of Lake Louise
Hiking Easy
- Distance
- 5.9 km
- Ascent
- 166 m
- Descent
- 167 m
- Duration
- 1-2 hrs
- Low Point
- 1.7 km
- High Point
- 1.8 km
- Gradient
- 8˚
"Lake Louise may be the most-photographed location in Banff National Park, famed for milky turquoise water reflecting dramatic, snow-capped peaks,” says adventure travel writer Jesse Weber. If you want to do more than simply snap a photo of the dramatic view, but you don’t feel like climbing a nearby mountain, opt for this mellow hike along the shore of the lake.
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Description
The Lakeshore Trail is well-developed and maintained. Consequently, there aren’t any technical obstacles along the way, making this the perfect walk for the entire family.
Expect to encounter plenty of other tourists along this path. If you want to avoid the crowds, arrive early in the morning.
Difficulty
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Water features
- Family friendly
Similar routes nearby
128 m away
Fairview Mountain
One of the best views in Banff National Park, reached by a strenuous hike from the lakeshore.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 9.5 km
- Ascent
- 980 m
- Descent
- 980 m
141 m away
Mount Saint Piran
Steep and committing hike to an alpine summit above Lake Louise.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 881 m
- Descent
- 881 m
162 m away
Devils Thumb
A steep scramble to the top of a rock tower, overlooking Lake Agnes and Lake Louise in a picture-perfect panorama.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 766 m
- Descent
- 766 m
171 m away
Little Beehive
Steep hike past Lake Agnes to a dramatic clifftop viewpoint.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 8.8 km
- Ascent
- 501 m
- Descent
- 501 m
172 m away
Big Beehive
Bonus hike past Lake Agnes to an incredible viewpoint above Lake Louise.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 10 km
- Ascent
- 592 m
- Descent
- 592 m
173 m away
Lake Agnes and Plain of Six Glaciers Loop
A full-value loop combining the best of Lake Louise's scenery, and both of its famous teahouses.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 699 m
- Descent
- 699 m
2.3 km away
Bow River Loop Trail
Easy stroll on a nature path that connects campgrounds and restaurants in Lake Louise Village.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 7 km
- Ascent
- 107 m
- Descent
- 107 m
3.7 km away
Paradise Valley and Giant Steps Waterfall
A longer day hike that leaves the crowds behind, passing a small lake and reaching a unique waterfall in the Banff backcountry.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 20 km
- Ascent
- 730 m
- Descent
- 730 m
5.2 km away
Skoki Loop - Lake Louise Ski Resort to Baker Lake
If you want some of the best scenery in Banff National Park without the crowds, then this is the hike for you!
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 700 m
- Descent
- 159 m
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Guidebooks in this area
7 routes · Hiking
Hike the 8 Best Trails in Alberta’s Beautiful Lake Louise
6 routes · Hiking
7 Best Hikes for Families near Lake Louise, Alberta
5 routes · Hiking
6 Long Day Hikes to Ditch the Crowds in Banff NP
6 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
Introduction to Scrambling in Banff National Park
3 routes · Hiking
Lake Louise at its Best: The Skoki Loop Trail
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