Lake Louise Activities, Destinations

Stay close to world class experiences

Staying at Paradise Lodge places you right in the heart of Banff National Park. With premier destinations such a Lake Louise and Moraine lake just being a few kilometers away, you can spend more time soaking up the experiences the park has to offer.

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Explore Lake Louise
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Lake Louise

Take in the stunning turquoise waters of Lake Louise, just a short walk or drive away from your cabin at Paradise Lodge.

Location Pin1.6 km from Paradise Lodge

Explore Lake Louise Ski Resort and Summer Gondola
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Sightseeing Gondola

In summer, the Lake Louise Gondola provides stunning views and the best Grizzly Bear sightings in the Canadian Rockies, with options for sightseeing, dining, and guided hikes.

Location Pin1.2 km from Paradise Lodge

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Bike Rentals

Summer Rentals: Summer rentals available at Wilsons Mountain Sports offering mountain bikes, road bikes, rock climbing gear, fly fishing and spin cast fishing equipment, hiking gear, and electric bikes.

Location Pin2.5 km from Paradise Lodge

Explore Hiking
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Hiking

Hikes in Banff National Park cater to all levels, from easy forest walks to challenging scrambles up peaks like Mount Temple, standing at over 11,000 ft.

Location Pin Banff National Park

Explore Moraine Lake
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Moraine Lake

Moraine Lake, nestled in the Valley of the Ten Peaks, offers stunning turquoise views and trails for both seasoned hikers and casual strollers.

Location Pin 12.7 km from Paradise Lodge

Explore Ski Lake Louise Resort
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Lake Louise Ski Resort

With 4,200 skiable acres of world-class terrain, from gentle slopes to challenging runs, perfect for all skill levels, along with dining, snowshoeing,  and snow tubing.

Location Pin1.2 km from Paradise Lodge

Dine

The Station Restaurant in Lake Louise

The Station Restaurant

Located in the historic Lake Louise rail station, the Station restaurant is a nice place to enjoy contemporary cuisine in a casual environment. Enjoy casual lunches or special menus at the Dining Car Restaurant. Dinner reservations are encouraged.

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Dine at Outpost Pub

Outpost Pub

The Post hotel offers both fine dining and casual pub dining. The Outpost is the causal pub and is first come first serve. Reservations can be made for their main, fine dining restaurant. The Post Hotel also hosts a small, 24-seat, Fondue restaurant.

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Bill Peyto's Cafe in Lake Louise

Bill Peyto’s Cafe

Located in the Lake Louise International Hostel, Billy Peyto’s Café is as casual as it gets. It is the perfect place for a quick burger and a beer. They do not take reservation, but it can get quite busy mid summer, so be prepared.

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Mountain Restaurant

Mountain Restaurant

The family owned Mountain Restaurant offers priceless views, and amazing comfort food to keep you going for the day ahead or to enjoy on a nice evening out. Reservations can be made on their website or by calling the restaurant directly.

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Javalanche Cafe

Javalanche Cafe

Javalanche Cafe offers Seattle’s Best Coffee and expresso locally roasted from Banff Roasting Company. Perfect if you’re looking for something to take with you on the road or for a hike. Freshly made sandwiches, and daily baked pastries.

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Dine, Trailhead Cafe

Trailhead Cafe

The perfect place to start your day and experience Lake Louise like a local. Enjoy fresh ingredients, an original menu with daily specials, and specialty coffee from Cafe Monte, a Calgary-based, family-owned company known for its small-batch roasting.

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