The parc régional des Grandes-Coulées includes two areas accessible for free: the Forêt ancienne with 10 km of trails along the beautiful Rivière Noire plus its many activities for the family and the Grande tourbière de Villeroy – a magnificent territory – with 3 km of trails including 1,2 km of boardwalk in the heart of an open bog.
*NB: The Grande tourbière de Villeroy area will be closed for the 2024 season due to construction work.
- Total length of hiking trails: 12km
- Total length of snowshoeing trails: 12 km
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Activities offered
12 km of fun!
The Forêt ancienne sector offers 12 km of trails along the magnificent Rivière Noire. What sets this sector apart? It's certainly its accessibility. Young and old alike can enjoy this time in nature. Our low-gradient trails are ideal for young parents with big-wheeled strollers. What's more, leashed dogs are welcome anywhere, anytime!Ornithology, mycology and flora observation
Your playground in the middle of nature! In the « Forêt ancienne » sector, observe a wide variety of nesting birds, including several species of warbler and rose-breasted cardinals. For mycology enthusiasts, mushrooms of all shapes and colors can be observed here, especially in autumn.A winter outing in the forest
The whole family can enjoy snowshoeing in the Forêt ancienne sector! Your dog can come along too, as leashed dogs are welcome. In this sector, you'll find a refuge accessible halfway along the trail. Ideal for warming up, taking a break for a well-deserved meal or spending the night. The gentle gradient of the trails means that everyone can enjoy a pleasant stroll in the heart of the forest.Sleeping in the heart of the forest: rustic camping and shelter
The four rustic campsites in the Old Forest sector offer wooded and intimate sites in the very heart of the Sentier de l’Érablière. The grounds are only accessible on foot from the parking lot 1 km away. These unserviced sites (no water or electricity) offer a 12-foot x 12-foot sandbox for setting up a medium-sized tent, a fireplace with spark arrestor, a picnic table, picnic area, a dry toilet and a meal shelter nearby (facilities shared with other campers). Perfect for adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts! -
How to get there
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Additional information
- Eligible Customers: School groups
- Free parking
- Picnic area