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Plain of Six Glaciers Trail
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AaronLavanchy
February 25, 2026
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.
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.
Danielle
September 14, 2019
Hiking
Again, there is a tea house. Unfortunately you do not have a nice view, but after a nice little hike you can eat or drink a bit. It is worthwhile for a while to enjoy the view of the glaciers. When we were there we saw 2 crashes - Absolute goosebumps moments when the glacier sends a load of ice into the valley with a loud crash.
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