Lake Agnes Trail
A classic climb via Mirror Lake to Lake Agnes and its seasonal teahouse.
Route overview
Climb to Mirror Lake and Lake Agnes, then return.
Signed switchbacks climb from Lake Louise past Mirror Lake to Lake Agnes. The teahouse is seasonal and should never be treated as guaranteed food or water; the route is unsafe in winter and spring avalanche season.
Trail facts
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- Banff National Park, Alberta
- Distance
- 7.8 km round trip
- Typical duration
- 2.5–3 hours
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- 385 m
- Best season
- Late June to mid-October
- Trail type
- Out and back
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No hiking permit; park entry required
Safety context
Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Avalanche hazard outside summer, ice, crowds, steep grades and bears
Highlights
Mirror Lake, Lake Agnes, teahouse, mountain basin
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