LAKE LOUISE GONDOLA
Hop off and go exploring.
Cruise for fourteen glorious minutes, in an open chair or a fully enclosed gondola, to one of Banff National Park's greatest views! Surrounded by majestic peaks and glaciers, the Lake Louise Gondola is truly a special place to experience the beauty of the Canadian Rockies. The fourteen-minute ride climbs to a top elevation of 2,088 m (6,850 ft). $60 adult
The Lake Louise Gondola is one of the best places on earth to see wild grizzly bears in their natural environment. The grassy slopes below the gondola provide an excellent source of vegetation for grizzly bears, creating one of the most important habitats in Banff National Park for females with cubs. As the area’s meadows green-up, grizzlies call this place home.
The Lake Louise Mountain Resort is committed to providing a protected environment for bears and an educational and safe opportunity for guests to experience the natural beauty and wonder of this magnificent place.
Lodge of the Ten Peaks
The Ten Peaks Food Court also offers cafeteria-style breakfast and lunch menus. You can also stop by the Banded Peaks Base Camp's Smokehouse & Patio for a BBQ lunch and fabulous views!
Add a hot breakfast to your Gondola ride for15$
From 8:30 am to 10:45 am
Each breakfast combo comes with your choice of coffee, tea, or a fountain drink
Add a lunch combo to your Gondola ride for $15
From 11:30am to 4pm
Your choice of any hot lunch combo from the Lodge of The Ten Peaks Cafeteria.
All lunch combos include french fries & fountain soft drink.
Whitehorn Bistro
Located at 2042 metres above sea level, the Whitehorn Bistro proudly offers a contemporary menu with alpine featured items and local products. Each of their fine offerings can be enjoyed inside the dining room, or out on the patio which boasts one of the most incredible panoramic mountain views anywhere.
Menu items:
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Bison Short Ribs
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Shrimp and Tomato Bisque
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Whitehorn Burger
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Seared Salmon
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Cheese Fondue for Two
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Charcuterie & Cheese Platter for Two
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Kickinghorse Viewpoint
Distance: 750m one way
Time: Forty-five minutes round trip
Elevation: 2285 metres
We strongly recommend hiking in groups of 4. Trails may close due to the presence of wildlife. Trails are accessed with the lift due to the wildlife corridor in the lower part of the mountain.
Pika Trail
Distance: 1.25 km one way
Time: One hour round trip
Elevation: 2276 metres
We strongly recommend hiking in groups of 4. Trails may close due to the presence of wildlife. Trails are accessed with the lift due to the wildlife corridor in the lower part of the mountain.
Ptarmigan Valley Viewpoint
Distance: 1.7 km one way
Time: One and a half hours round trip
Elevation: 2417metres
We strongly recommend hiking in groups of 4. Trails may close due to the presence of wildlife. Trails are accessed with the lift due to the wildlife corridor in the lower part of the mountain.
Wildlife Interpretive Centre
The Wildlife Interpretation Centre is located at the top of the gondola and is the perfect place to discover what makes life in Banff National Park uniquely spectacular. Offering interactive displays to follow the footsteps of our early explorers and native wildlife. Offering free interpretive presentations for all ages as well as short themed guided walks for an extra charge.
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Trail of the Great Bear (45min) $25
A guided informational walk about bear behavior and how to stay safe.
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