The “Chateau Lake Louise” is a 5-star luxury hotel and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

There is a canoe dock in the summer and skating rink plus ice sculptures in the winter. The Chateau lobby is worth a visit, regardless of the season; it is stunningly decorated.

Among the most visited destinations in Canada, parking is limited whether you visit Lake Louise village or nearby Moraine Lake. Advance reserve a seat on one of the many shuttle busses provided by Parks Canada or Brewsters Bus Lines. Some shuttles start from the Lake Louise Ski area, but advance reserve and plan your day/stops is required.

An easy walk around the Lake Louise Trail is about 4 km, a flat and pleasant stroll for any age, featuring spectacular views.

Lady Agnes Tea House built in 1905, has served loose leaf teas to visitors from around the world. Plan on a 3.5 km hike to get to the Lady Agnes, named after Canada’s first Prime Minister’s wife.

If you want a more demanding hike, try Fairview Mountain; a rocky trail that sits on the edge of Lake Louise. Spectacular views take about 5 – 6 hours out and back, gaining 1000 meters in elevation. We well deserved the beer after this hike.

Lake Louise Village is also home to the Post Hotel. The Post was built in 1942 by a local guide and 10 others. They used mostly hand tools and logs from nearby Revelstoke, B.C. The Post boasts an incredible dining experience and any bottle of wine you may want from their award-winning cellar stocked with over 25,000 bottles.

We have been incredibly lucky to stay and visit Lake Louise Village, Ski Resort and the many dining and hiking options.

It is amazing how many people you meet from around the world, planning and saving for years to have this experience. And it is here in our relative back yards!