FamxplorThe Big Beehive Hike
What to expect
The Big Beehive Hike is a popular hiking trail located in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada. The trail offers stunning views of Lake Louise, Mirror Lake, and the surrounding Rocky Mountain landscape. The hike is approximately 10.4 km round trip, with a moderate difficulty level and an elevation gain of 564 m. The trail starts with a moderate uphill hike in the forest, followed by a scenic lakeshore walk, and ends with a challenging switchback climb to the top of Big Beehive. The hike can be done as an out and back or as a loop, and can be extended with a trip to the Little Beehive, Devil's Thumb, or the Plain of Six Glaciers. The trail is family-friendly, but not stroller-friendly, and dogs are allowed on a leash. The Lake Agnes Tea House is a popular stop along the way, offering over 100 different teas and stunning views of the lake
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Activities: We hiked the Big Beehive Trail, enjoying the stunning aerial views of Lake Louise and the surrounding mountains. There are a few different options for the hike, so we chose the shorter 5km option, which was perfect for the kids
Highlights: The kids loved the views from the top of the Big Beehive, especially the mirror lake. They also enjoyed the teahouse at the top, where we stopped for a rest and refreshments ✨