Lake Louise Things to Do

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Lake Louise./Fairmont Chateau

Lake Louise./Fairmont Chateau, Lake Louise

 29 Reviews  Lake Louise is a glacial lake situated in Banff National Park. The lake is named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta (1848-1939) who was related to Queen Victoria and the wife of Canada's Govenor... 

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Hiking /Trails/horseback trails

Hiking /Trails/horseback trails, Lake Louise

 19 Reviews  This is classified as a moderate hike. The trail itself takes about 5 hours round trip, but I remember that i combined it with other trails so it took a bit longer. Though not terribly difficult in... 

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Lake Agnes

Lake  Agnes, Lake Louise

 5 Reviews  This picture is lake Agnes from the top of Big Beehive.. you can see the slope that you have to hike to get there...and in fact i wanted to doit but it was impossible... the steep trail was totally... 

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Mountains /Glaciers

Mountains /Glaciers, Lake Louise

 8 Reviews  Sunshine Village has the most trails in the Banff/Lake Louise area. About a 40 miunte drive from Lake Louise and a 20 minute drive from Banff. I skiied here two days, enough trails for everybody with... 

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Banff Springs Hotel

Banff Springs Hotel, Lake Louise

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View From Chateau Lake Louise Lounge

View From Chateau Lake Louise Lounge, Lake Louise

 Mikebb Says:  From inside the hotel you obtain an excellent view of the lake from most public areas, even better views from outside the hotel on the terrace. I would expect... 

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Moraine Lake

Moraine Lake, Lake Louise

 david1982 Says:  Another Lake near Lake Louise but less tourist-infested, you can actually have a sit down by the lake and take it all in without the hoards of Japanese tourists... 

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Mush!!!!! Dog sledding

Mush!!!!!  Dog sledding, Lake Louise

 adventerrtravel22 Says:  In the winter you can travel the way they preferred before automobiles. Dog sledding is a must for anyone coming to this area in the winter. It will set you... 

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Lake Louise Gondola

Lake Louise Gondola, Lake Louise

 madamx Says:  The area is otherwise known as Lake Louise Ski Resort in the winter. In my opinion, if you have to decide between the Sulphur Mountain Gondola and Lake Louise... 

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Lake Agnes

Lake Agnes, Lake Louise

 madamx Says:  This tip is for people who are fairly active and really don't hike, but want to see something other than the little pathway around Lake Louise.The easy Lake... 

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Ice Magic

Ice Magic, Lake Louise

 madamx Says:  Every early to mid January, Lake Louise comes alive with beautiful ice sculptures from the Ice Magic International Ice Sculpture CompetitionThe gorgeous... 

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Saddleback/Fairview

Saddleback/Fairview, Lake Louise

 madamx Says:  If you have only one chance to hike a trail, and you are moderately fit, you MUST hike Saddleback/Fairview. This trail is the highest trail in the Canadian... 

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Highway 93

Highway 93, Lake Louise

 madamx Says:  Known as one of the most spectacular drives in the world, Highway 93 north starts just past the Lake Louise on the Trans Canada Highway. It winds 230 km to... 

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Moraine Lake

Moraine Lake, Lake Louise

 madamx Says:  Just as stunning and maybe just a smidge less crowded is Moraine Lake. Moraine Lake is distinctive as it is surrounded by ten peaks which rise 1340 dramatic... 

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The Jewel of the Rockies

The Jewel of the Rockies, Lake Louise

 madamx Says:  Even though at times it gets crowded as a New York street, Lake Louise, known as "The Jewel of The Rockies" has retained its stunning beauty. The tiny village... 

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The lower village of Lake Louise

The lower village of Lake Louise, Lake Louise

 K.Knight Says:  The lower village of Lake Louise holds an array of dining (from cheap to fine), all sorts of accommodation and shopping. A scenic drive will bring visitors to... 

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Best View From Chateau Verandah

Best View From Chateau Verandah, Lake Louise

 Mikebb Says:  There is a sign stating guests are only allowed to take photos from this prime position. We had no problems taking photos, so give it a go when in Lake Louise. 

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Snow mobileing

Snow mobileing, Lake Louise

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Top 3 Hotels in Lake Louise

Baker Creek Chalets

 1 Review and 193 Opinions  We stayed in a 1 bedroom suite in the lodge. The accomodations were very comfortable, immaculate and... 

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Paradise Lodge & Bungalows

 1 Review and 197 Opinions  Open mid may-mid okt.So lovely houseS..i like it!!So romantic!! 

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Q:  I was in banff for a week few years ago late may, at the time lake louise was still frozed, so did not get to see it when it was... 

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A: My favourite is the hike up to the Plain of the Six Glaciers. You start at the Chateau Lake Louise - head up to the far end of the lake. Basically uphill about 5-1/2 km... 

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THE JEWEL OF THE ROCKIES

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 ~Beauty Seen is Never Lost~ John Greenleaf Whittier Initally called Lake of Little Fishes by the Stony Indians, it was only in 1882 the first white man saw Lake Louise He was a guide named Tom... 

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Places to visit while at Lake Louise

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 Lake Louise is located in Banff National Park, it is really two small places on the map. First a lake surrounded by mountains on three sides with a most stupendous hotel at the north end of the... 

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Lake Louise a famous lake in Canadian Rockies.

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  Lake Louise is a beautiful lake and you definate will be very pleased seeing this stunning lake with the fantastic Victoria Glacier as a backdrop.The lake is named after Princess Louise Caroline... 

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Skiing on the white fluffy clouds of heaven

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 This is a picture near the edge of the Lake. My hotel is just behind me. I am following a trail around the lake and am partially in the woods, pine trees in front. This is my favorite picture. It had... 

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Lake Louise, my best adventure time

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Lake Louise. I'd love to share with you the 8 tips I've written, the 21 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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