Lake Agnes Tea House
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About
Lake Agnes Tea House is a lakeside tea house above Lake Louise in Alberta, standing at 2,135 metres on the shore of Lake Agnes.
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Why go
- Choose from more than 100 varieties of tea.
Opening hours
Today08:00 – 16:00Show all
Monday08:00 – 16:00
Tuesday08:00 – 16:00
Wednesday08:00 – 16:00
Thursday08:00 – 16:00
Friday08:00 – 16:00
Saturday08:00 – 16:00
Sunday08:00 – 16:00
Good to know
LunchOutdoor SeatingTable ServiceWaterfront
Drinks to try
- A pot of signature tea serves 3–4 cups; a to-go cup is available.
- Hot chocolate with marshmallows.
- Hot apple cider with no added sugar.
- Lemonade served without ice.
- Bottled water.
Dishes to try
- Homemade vegetarian soup.
- Quinoa salad, available in limited quantities.
- Daily dessert: chocolate cake or blueberry apple crisp.
- Tea biscuits with jam.
- Peanut butter energy bar with chocolate, coconut and oats.
- Mountain bar with chocolate chips, coconut, sunflower seeds and raisins.
- Chocolate chip cookie bar.
Atmosphere
- Outdoor tables sit beside Lake Agnes, with table service.
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History
- 1901The Canadian Pacific Railway built the tea house as a refuge for hikers.
- 1905It began serving tea.
- 1981A new structure replaced the original log building, retaining its windows, tables and chairs.
How to get there
- 60 minOn footAccess is on foot or horseback via the Lake Agnes Tea House Trail from Lake Louise. The marked, well-travelled forest route is 3.5 km each way, gains 400 m and takes one to two hours on foot. The return walk is 7 km.
- 300 minOn footThe Highline trail links Lake Agnes Tea House and Plain of Six Glaciers Tea House in a 14.6 km loop, taking around five hours of hiking.
- On footAnother option is the 10.9 km Beehive loop.
Accessibility
- Access Reaching the tea house requires a trail journey on foot or horseback; there is no vehicle access.
Sources: Lake Agnes Tea House - Wikipedia · Lake Agnes Tea House · About 1 — Lake Agnes Tea House · Menu 1 — Lake Agnes Tea House · Menu 1 — Lake Agnes Tea House · checked 30 Sep 2026
Where
Lake Agnes, Lake Louise, AB T0L 1E0, Canada
- Website
- lakeagnesteahouse.com/
- Phone
- +1 403-763-7242
Questions and answers
When is Lake Agnes Tea House open?
It is open daily from 08:00 to 16:00.
Should I bring drinking water to Lake Agnes Tea House?
Bring at least 1 litre per person for the hike. There is no drinking-water supply at the tea house, but bottled water is sold.
What footwear should I wear to Lake Agnes Tea House?
Wear comfortable running shoes. Avoid sandals, heels and urban footwear.
What clothing should I bring to Lake Agnes Tea House?
Dress for changing weather. Bring an extra layer in spring or autumn.
Where can I get a map for the Lake Agnes Tea House trail?
Maps are available at the Lake Louise and Banff visitor centres.
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