Lake Agnes Tea House
A century-old log teahouse beside a high alpine lake above Lake Louise, about 3.5 km one way. Enjoy a cup of tea while looking out over a cirque lake.
From the Chateau Lake Louise, follow the switchback trail about 3.5 km one way, climbing about 400 metres and passing Mirror Lake. Climb the last section of wooden steps to reach Lake Agnes at about 2,135 metres and the log teahouse beside it. The teahouse was built in 1901 and has no electricity. Supplies are carried up by people and pack horses. It serves a variety of loose teas, soups and homemade biscuits, and traditionally accepts cash only. You can continue to the Big Beehive for a view over Lake Louise. The round trip takes about 3–4 hours. Leaving before 9 a.m. in summer avoids the crowds, and the trail becomes slippery when snowy.
Opening hours
Teahouse approx. 08:00–17:00 in summer (open summer and autumn only)
Nearby sights
- Lake Louise
- Plain of Six Glaciers Tea House
- Lake Louise Gondola & Ski Resort
- Larch Valley & Sentinel Pass
- Lake O'Hara
- Moraine Lake
- Morant's Curve
- Spiral Tunnels Viewpoint