The parent company of Rocky Mountaineer has purchased the historic Lake Louise, Alberta, depot. Last month, Armstrong Collective announced it acquired the 1910 station that houses a restaurant and serves as a boarding location for its First Passage to the West excursion. 

The station was built by the Canadian Pacific Railway and served as one of its gateways to Banff National Park and the railroad’s hotels, including the nearby Chateau Lake Louise. 

“Rocky Mountaineer’s guests have been enjoying the incomparable scenery of Lake Louise for 35 years, and we are proud to continue our investment in the region with the purchase of the Lake Louise Railway Station and Restaurant,” said Tristan Armstrong, CEO, Armstrong Collective. “This acquisition ensures the long-term stability of an iconic community business, as well as for our Rocky Mountaineer train operations in the area. We look forward to working alongside the existing Lake Louise Railway Station and Restaurant team to continue providing incredible experiences for visitors and local residents.”

The company stated that the station restaurant would continue to be operated by its current management for the rest of the season. 

—Railfan & Railroad Staff