The Plain of Six Glaciers Trip Report

Date: August 2001
Trailhead: Six Glaciers / Lake Agnes
Round Trip Distance: 8 miles
Elevation Gain: 2,350 feet (5,700' to 8,050')
Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
Finish Time: 3:00 p.m.


Directions to trailhead: The trailhead is on northeast corner of Lake Louise. Just walk towards Lake Louise from the Chateau Lake Louise and the sign for the trail is on the path that leads around the right hand side of the lake. Stay to the left on the trail closest to the lake as you begin the hike. Make sure that you don't take the trail that goes off to the right and leads uphill to Lake Agnes and Big Beehive.

Warning sign From Teahouse Looking Back Near Top
Warning Sign Glaciers from Teahouse Looking back at Lake Louise View of glaciers near top of trail

Home   Hiking   Pictures   Trains   Chess