Short or long, in the heart of a forest, on a ridge or in a valley, hiking connects us to nature and leaves no one indifferent. With over 11,000 kilometers of trails, Quebec offers an array of hiking itineraries. Looking to climb the highest peaks or hike our trails with an expert? Search for a guided hiking adventure with our Quality-Safety certified businesses. For your daily excursions or a hiking vacation out of your hometown, check out our network of regional parks for a high-quality experience, anywhere in the province.
Charlevoix is a region where natural and cultural attractions pair up with soaring mountains and the colossal St. Lawrence River. A UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, the Tourisme Charlevoix visitor region is a must-see for practising outdoor and adventure activities. Both Parc national des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie and Parc national des Grands-Jardins offer a full lineup of outdoor activities including hiking, via ferrata, canoeing, kayaking, Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, dog-sledding and snowmobiling. See the region’s 350 million-year-old crater, plan a long-distance hike on La Traversée de Charlevoix’s 100 km trail that crisscrosses the backcountry, offering beautiful vistas across the region, or the more daring can try winter kayaking amid the ice floes. This is but a short list of the territory’s many assorted visitor experiences.
