Outdoor & fun
Mount Temple (Alberta)
Some booking links are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We never let this influence which places we recommend.
Mount Temple, standing at 3,543 meters, is one of the most prominent peaks in the Canadian Rockies near Lake Louise. It attracts experienced climbers and hikers seeking a strenuous ascent via the southwest ridge. The trail passes through alpine meadows and rocky terrain, culminating in panoramic views of the Bow Valley and surrounding peaks. Visitors should be prepared for steep sections and changing weather conditions.
Don't miss
- Summit views of the Bow Valley and surrounding peaks
- Alpine meadows with wildflowers in summer
- Challenging southwest ridge climbing route
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Mount Temple (Alberta)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inIcefields Parkway: a Smartphone Audio Driving Tour4.2★ · 125 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$9 per personSee dates →
Best full dayLake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff4.9★ · 3,633 travelers8–10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$72 per personSee dates →
Top ratedBanff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee4.9★ · 122 travelers9–10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$151 per personSee dates →More attractions in Lake Louise