Lake Louise: Survival Guide
The most beautiful place in Canada, Lake Louise is situated in the Canadian Rockies. Sadly, often people do not come prepared but hopefully my Top 10 tips for Lake Louise survival guide will have you ready to go like no other!
- What: Lake Louise & Fairmont Hotel
- Where: 111 Lake Louise Dr, Lake Louise, AB T0L 1E0 [Map]
- When: Early June
- Price: FREE
- Why: Most beautiful place in Canada!
Completing a 17.3 KM hike in 11 hours, facing giant mountains & difficult terrain, making it one of my biggest challenges to date. The experience was absolutely exhausting but I never felt more accomplished. Realising my short-comings I assembled this top 10 list for you to be better prepared:
Best Places for Travel in Lake Louise
1. Bring Your Own Food
Food near Lake Louise is extremely expense, make sure to purchase your items prior.
2. Bring Your Own Water
You may face areas without water for many kilometers so come prepared.
3. Bring Sunscreen
If it is a sunny day and you are as pale as me than definitely bring a good amount of sunscreen.
4. Avalanche Hunting
Pay attention to rumbling noises, you may encounter an avalanche!
5. Teahouse
Try the incredible chocolate cake at the Teahouse which also offers astonishing views. Cash only!
6. Abbot Pass Viewpoint
Hike 7.5 KM up the mountain for an epic view inside a giant glacier.
I was lucky not running into any flesh hungry bears during my solo hike on the way back down. It was a huge mistake not bringing bear spray.
7. Bring Bearspray
This is bear territory, come prepared and bring bear spray!
8. Pack Light
You will be facing many steep climbs and rough terrains, packing light is a must!
9. Beehive
Absolutely the most amazing view in Canada, on top of the Beehive at Lake Louise!
10. Strong Hiking Boots
I made a big mistake hiking on my running shoes while encountering snow, ice and rough terrain.
11. Optimal Route
Take the Lake Agnus route towards the Beehive than go to the Abbot Pass Viewpoint and return alongside Lake Louise.
12. Go Early
Parking is often hard to find during the afternoon peak hours.
team NL at Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada
Together with my friends from Holland we spent an entire day at this mesmerizing place, being fortunate enough that it was one of the best days of the year. Early June is highly recommended!
You need a lot of stamina if you want to include the Abbot Pass Viewpoint, the Beehive and Lake Agnus in a one-day hike but trust me, it will be worth every drop of sweat!
beehive at Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada
To confess; there was a moment when I thought of quitting but luckily was rescued and motivated by an experienced group of hikers.
My advice; do not swim in Lake Louise, the water is 5 degrees Celius which could cause hypothermia in minutes.
scaling lake
Lake Louise is absolutely a highlight in Canada! Now make sure to watch my other video on the 10 Tips for Alberta, Canada.
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