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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.

Shorts

History

  1. 1901The Canadian Pacific Railway built the tea house as a refuge for hikers.
  2. 1905It began serving tea.
  3. 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

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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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