10 Tips for Lake Louise | Survival Guide

Most beautiful place in Canada is hands down Lake Louise in Alberta with its azure blue waters and giant glaciers. I went for a 11 hours hike through rough terrain, snow, ice and steep climbs covering 17.3 kilometers. I was lucky not running into any flesh hungry bears during my solo hike on the way back down. It was a huge mistake not bringing bear spray.
You need a lot of stamina if you want to include the Abbot Pass Viewpoint, the Beehive and Lake Agnus in a one-day hike but trust me, it will be worth every drop of sweat!
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Together with my friends from Holland we spent an entire day at this mesmerizing place, and fortunately it being one of the best days of the year. Early June is highly recommended!
To confess; there was a moment when I thought of quitting but luckily was rescued and motivated by an experienced group of hikers.
My advice; do not swim in Lake Louise, the water is 5 degrees Celsius which could cause hypothermia in minutes.

[@Reformatt]

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[@malum3091]

Weird question I know you probably won't answer but do you know if there's any nearby pharmacies in lake Louise I'm going to be working over there soon and I can't seem to find any good information on online

[@RabidTales]

That view would have to be one of the most majestic views i've ever seen. Fcking amazing!

[@Reformatt]

+1001 Rabid Tales this video doesn't do it justice, you need to see it with your own eyes!!

[@ubaidullah9033]

Beautiful lake

[@aircraft1223]

Thank you for this episode! You uploaded this video just in time! I'll be flying to Canada on Thursday to make a road trip through Alberta! Definitely one of the most beautiful places on earth in my opinion.. I'm looking forward to seeing the new episodes of your European adventures!!

[@Reformatt]

+aircraft1223 thanks for the awesome feedback. I am glad it was useful :) the euro episodes will be worth waiting for ;) I promise

[@Evange]

Giardia is a possibility in the Canadian Rockies, even at higher elevations. Please don't refill your water from mountain streams.

[@sarahd82]

Evange may I ask why I have always been told they are safe to drink from

[@Evange]

In other regions of the world it can often be assumed that fresh running water, where there is no human development to dump sewage upstream, is safe to drink. However in the Canadian rockies, animals can be carrying giardia, which can be passed to humans. This includes all animals, even those found exclusively at higher elevations (pikas, marmots, ptarmigans), and even water that appears clean and running can have fecal contamination from these animals. I'd be more interested to know where you got the idea that drinking the water was safe? Nether Parks Canada nor Travel Alberta recommend drinking water from mountain streams, in fact both warn against it.

[@matticeadam]

@@sarahd82 it is safe

[@BrodyYYC]

As a Canadian I feel terrible that they gouge tourists by charging $14 for sandwiches. That's probably at least 40% more than it would be anywhere else. I ended up buying a tea at Moraine Lake and I think it cost me around $5 when the very most it would cost anywhere else in Alberta is $2.50 so ya taking your own food to those places is good advice. You could easily stop at a grocery store in Canmore or even Banff and pick up some food to take for way cheaper!

[@hamzaziz2000]

When I was there we were across the lake from a large waterfall that was fed by a glacier and we got to see a chunk of the glacier break off and fall into the lake. It was definitely something that I’m gonna have to go see again

[@marietecarino2451]

WOW absolutely breathed taking beautiful 👏👏Soon I have to visit 😎

[@Reformatt]

it is worth every penny 100%

[@RoadtripNcamping]

Nice video. Thank you.

[@thepanman8]

Subscribed

[@Hojjat98]

thanks for sharing

[@hjalmar4774]

one day ı will going there...

[@Reformatt]

It is worth every penny

[@joshuabanfield469]

Staffing a summer camp in Calgary this June! Get there on the 5th, can't wait! Great video mate!

[@Reformatt]

+Joshua Banfield I recorded this in June! You will have the best time ever!! Please enjoy

[@joshuabanfield469]

Reformatt Show Cheers mate, will do! Thanks again for the video.

[@Reformatt]

+Joshua Banfield my pleasure

[@kurousagi1339]

9 o clock at night? Still looks pretty bright outside.... Is that how it is at Canada?

[@Reformatt]

certain parts, yes. Its a phenomenal place, would you ever consider visiting?

[@kurousagi1339]

Reformatt Show Yeah. I'd consider visiting. Of course I'll be listening to all the advice you've given in this video lol. I'm from the US and I haven't traveled out of the country since I was very young. I went to Cambodia back then... Unfortunately I don't really remember much of my visit. I'd like to revisit it one day. Love your videos by the way.

[@Reformatt]

+Kuro Usagi thanks :) I am happy you like my videos. And Canada is so close to the US, take a road trip :)

[@adampatterson]

Depending on where you are from, Central Alberta's longest day of the year is pushing 17 hours of daylight. I think sunrise is around 5AM and sunset is after 10PM. They don;t call it Sunny Alberta for nothing :)

[@LukeOnTheMove]

@@adampatterson Surely though its the opposite in winter though sun up at 10am and down at 5pm? I don't know just asking

[@footsldr]

Awesome :-)

[@Reformatt]

Thank you, are you visiting soon?

[@fredmartin9240]

Thank for the advice. As you mentioned the Fairmont Hotel several times, I want to recommend the HI hostels at Lake Louise and Banff. Save tons of money and meet interesting people.

[@Reformatt]

+Fred Martin that is a great tips, thanks for sharing ;) are you from the area?

[@fredmartin9240]

I wish! I live down on the prairie in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan where there is a severe shortage of mountains, trees and ocean. The Rockies and west coast are clearly the most beautiful regions of Canada, not to be missed by visitors.

[@Reformatt]

+Fred Martin I totally concur

[@HenryChau]

Nice video man! How could you afford all those trips?! Omg!

[@Reformatt]

+Henry Chau working hard. Saving hard. Setting goals.

[@justme-on7bn]

Thanks for this video, love it! What is your accent? I love that too :-)

[@MarMar-jo2jz]

hi - was this is August or september? so beautiful planning on going there!

[@Reformatt]

+MarFer11 Fernandez this was in June :) when the ice just started melting :) are you visiting soon?

[@MarMar-jo2jz]

planning to visit this summer - deciding between June or Late August! any suggestions! Love this survival guide!!! its going to be so helpful!

[@fitch1329]

Can you fly a drone here?

[@donSandy8952]

Whats this trail? I have been to lake Louise, but never encountered this place

[@Reformatt]

I walked all the trails 😅

[@goldpvnda]

Thank you for the vid!! Which months would you recommend to visit where the sun is out?

[@Reformatt]

+Mehul Vadher first 2 weeks of June are the best time to go

[@CMBgreenbird]

Reformatt Show I am from Pennsylvania US and am planning a trip for the 1st 2 weeks of June 2019. Are the tourist volume levels tolerable & the weather agreeable ?

[@stevemena2299]

If the water is so clean and clear you can just drink it...why do I need to bring water??

[@Reformatt]

In case you get thirsty before you reach the refill area

[@aqeb2000]

In what month did you go/is that video from? great video!

[@Reformatt]

aqeb hamdan thanks, it's one of my favorite videos, it was recorded during the second week of June

[@xx_Ashura_xx]

so i was thinking of going swimming somewhere is there alligators its a stupid question but is there because i hate them i just water to swim in clear and fresh water in peace

[@Reformatt]

+Techy Savage not in canada. Also dont swim here. Its 5 degrees, youll freeze to death

[@matthewlambrianou2516]

If you want an amazing swim, I suggest horseshoe lake in jasper!

[@cisflex]

Can I ask you 2 thing? - how must do need on you For the chocaletcake thee house ? - Also the is the route clearly markt how you must walk the 17,2 km ? Me and my soon to be wife are going there For the honoymone. Please let me know

[@Reformatt]

+cis flex bring 50 cad with you minimum, just in case you want to by lots of food. No you can take many different trails. I just ended up doing all trails totalling 17.2 km. Other its 8 km

[@GrendelAlvarado]

wow amazing hike! what camera did you use for this video?

[@Reformatt]

+Grendel Alvarado hello :) I used the Sony NEX 5r

[@GrendelAlvarado]

Thank you, the quality of the video is awesome!

[@medjaheddjillali4860]

بحيرة لويز سحر

[@ThePincheChilango]

Hey man nice video, i need to choice only one place in all Canadá, which could be this place according with your recommendations?? Thanks!!

[@Reformatt]

+ThePincheChilango nature, either banff or Vancouver for big city Toronto, little Europe in Canada is Montreal those are the main choices

[@ando7837]

It's 9 o'clock at night, we started the hike at 11am, that's an 11 hour hike......? =Z despite that, I still liked the video bro

[@Reformatt]

+Ando I was physically gone after the hike, couldn't even calculate hahaha

[@redefv]

What month was this filmed in?

[@Reformatt]

+Red FX first week on June, exact date is on the blog article link in description box

[@redefv]

Reformatt Show I am going in chilly October. I want to check out a Hockey game in Calgary, beer at the brewery in Creston, and if possible kayak and drone around Lake Louise!!! I already booked it all so here I hope for a hot 7 Celsius

[@ejj2877]

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[@gael7582]

+Reformatt Show This was great, thanks, I've been looking for "survivalist" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Have you heard people talk about - Ryanzon Survival Genie - (Have a quick look on google cant remember the place now ) ? Ive heard some amazing things about it and my m8 got excellent success with it.

[@Reformatt]

+couch potato thanks for the advice. I will check it

[@byronkelly2]

You can use credit card too at the tea house

[@Reformatt]

+Adam Fraser they told us it wasn't possible to pay by card....

[@gabrielacruz4071]

Is it expensive the tea house?

[@tuurtjecashwinner]

I just wasted 5 minutes of my life.

[@Reformatt]

+tuur delepper what exactly were you looking for? Information or scenery

[@jonahboy6388]

I just subscribed. I've always dreamed on visiting Alberta and this video added to my desire to be there already. Hope I can visit this year or next summer. Thanks for the video it was wonderful!

[@Reformatt]

My pleasure! You will make it happen!!

[@jonahboy6388]

@@Reformatt Thanks I really appreciate that you replied to my comment! And yeah thanks for the cheering I'll do it for sure! 😀

[@suzieparis6821]

Been in Montana 5yrs n habent seen Glacier yet but Alberta looks incredible

[@iftikharshah86]

please come to PAKISTAN.....

[@pnutbutrncrackers]

3:18 -- Yikes!

[@Reformatt]

crazy isnt it?

[@kibispelomundo]

Nice!!

[@lilyz3580]

Well....you don’t need to buy the sandwich at Lake Louise Fairmont hotel, you just drive 30 mins to Banff. They have a lot of places you can eat at

[@Reformatt]

thanks for the tip! I will remember for next time

[@Simoreslife]

Enjoyed this a lot Dear, I also been there just a few days back.. breath taking views

[@keithfolse4068]

Great video, great information, THANKS!

[@Reformatt]

I am super happy you like the video

[@SilviaGomesDri22]

Wow you really likes ice cream places.kkkk

[@shaolin89]

amazing scenery. Canada is one of my dream destinations.

[@Reformatt]

It is worth every penny, do the full Alberta tour, checkout my full Alberta travel guide

[@shandrablount2922]

Same I wish I could go there one day

[@Loveforever2526]

i get inspiration from your video so i decided to visit in begin of 5-13 june 2020.hopefully the weather will nice . which month did you went there?

[@gypsycyn]

love your enthusiasm and clear video shots of the terrain yoh covered! thanks for sharing!

[@minzyminz9987]

Is lake louise safe for solo canoe?

[@Reformatt]

I am sure you can get a solo canoe. Did you already travel there yet?

[@davidmiklos9176]

Hi guys. Could someone tell me the title of the music from 4:48. Thx.

[@straightouttacompston3179]

Awesome vlog just stayed in the fairmont there and vlogged my time! Loved all these tips , trailhead cafe in lake Louise town does great sandwiches that are a bit cheaper 👍

[@Reformatt]

super TIP! thank you

[@everyplaceadventures1663]

WOW thanks for the upload! The view is stunning!

[@EverGamesOG]

Finally another upload

[@Reformatt]

+EverGames sorry for the delay :) making good videos takes a lot of editing ;)

[@jackhendry3413]

What time of year was this???

[@Reformatt]

Mid-June :)

[@JessicaPalen]

Hi. What camera did you use?

[@Reformatt]

a Sony NEX 5T

[@JessicaPalen]

​@@Reformatt This was a year ago haha but thanks

[@starcrib]

matt...another excellent video film...your always on point with this type of expididtion .. *( more than your clubbing videos, good to ..., bit this is pure wonderment. ..)...

[@Reformatt]

+Marius M thanks Marius for the feedback. Maybe I will move my focus a bit in the near future

[@sivayamsiva9343]

Beautiful lake.thanks for useful comments.

[@noisehonk]

Great video!

[@roygool]

This is awesome ! 👍🏼

[@marcossousasousa4163]

Bealtiful

[@Reformatt]

One of the best places in the world to visit

[@dinomirasola8109]

what time of year is this ?

[@Reformatt]

Mid-June best time to go!

[@alfredocortesb5]

Voice pitch: LOUD, adios!

[@Reformatt]

Is that a compliment?

[@kolbo12332]

You deserve more views, greetings from Argentina!

[@Reformatt]

+Seba Rizzo I hope so in the future. Stay subscribed for more epic episodes!!

[@roubiboubaker5053]

wow beautiful

[@Dmarsh88]

Love swimming there so fun!

[@theresekirkpatrick3337]

Quick question 10 1/2 miles is 17 km that is one way or both ways back to the hotel?

[@pierremarcoux9465]

Probably one way. It is slow hiking when you have to go back and pick up one of your lungs every few steps :)

[@cyano741]

Mooi is het daar hè? Ik woon zelf in Canada, en na 4 jaar kijk ik Mn ogen nog steeds uit!

[@Reformatt]

+cyano groot gelijk. Het blijft een mooi land. Ik woon hier al 13 jaar en nog steeds verliefd op z'n schoonheid.

[@cyano741]

Wauw, dat is een lange tijd. Waar in Nederland kom je vandaan? kun je me andere plekken aanraden in Canada? Ik vind Ontario niet zo heel veel aan..al woon ik er zelf lol.

[@Reformatt]

+cyano ik kom oorspronkelijk uit ijmuiden. Ontario heeft heel veel moois. Voornamelijk Tobermory. Check my canada videos

[@Dextamartijn]

Ik woon al 29 in Canada en nog steeds zie ik nieuwe dingen in de rockies

[@taru570]

Visiting mid Aug, from Saskatoon. Thanks for the tips

[@Reformatt]

How was your trip to lake Louise?

[@jeremyw9651]

Is the hike suitable for kids? And how long is the hike to Moraine Lake?

[@Reformatt]

+Mariners Fan depends on age range. I would say 8 years + for the beehive. I havent hiked morraine lake so i couldnt provide info. Have fun

[@shammilanka2185]

I am so excited. Thank you so much for this vdo

[@Reformatt]

Most incredible place in Canada! When are you going?

[@seeground9541]

여기가 루이스 호수구나 유키구라모토가 이 호수에 영감을 받은건가... 정말 이쁘네요

[@sandram.499]

Maravilhoso, mas voces são malucos...

[@agnesrocha8197]

😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@MrLossiemouthrust]

the plonker is Dutch and it's the Fairmont not Fairmount

[@Reformatt]

Ok sorry

[@jensmartinhedegaardanderse767]

ASSETTO CORSA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@prettyboy304]

This made my whole entire week! Thank you so much for posting :)

[@Reformatt]

+Pretty Boy are you visiting lake Louise??

[@satiffi]

Hi there really helpful and nice video. Which month did you visit Banff? Planning a trip this year.

[@Reformatt]

+Satiffi g first weeks of June, best time to go

[@satiffi]

Cool, thanks.

[@tuurtjecashwinner]

Let me help you Guy's: 5:32