Our Certified Regional Parks : Outaouais

The Magdalene Islands' home to kayakers!

This is the perfect place for combining sea kayaking with a camping trip or a stay at our famous youth hostel. You' ll enjoy a unique blend of sand, sea and cliffs during your holiday. Our central location is ideal for exploring the entire archipelago. Certified training, guided tours and trips are organized on location!

The Regional Natural Park of Portneuf, a large territory where you can practice a multitude of outdoor activities. The exceptional geomorphological attractions make this territory a place of observation, recreation and unique learning! Navigate by canoe, kayak or paddle board, explore the Devil's Hole cave, enjoy a stay in a cabin, in a ready-to-camp tent or a shelter, outdo yourself on the ski trails. snowshoeing and snowshoeing, enjoy a night in nature in one of our rustic camping sites or browse our network of more than 70 km of hiking trails! Administered by a social economy enterprise, the park allows you to visit an exceptional territory and contribute to the preservation and enhancement of it. Your dogs are allowed, always leash, all over the territory and in some accommodations.
 

Walking network of more than 150km in the Eastern Townships

"Les Sentiers de l'Estrie" manages a network of 150 km of hiking trails in the mountains, criss-crossing the most beautiful peaks of the Eastern Townships from Sutton to Richmond and the Stoke Mountains. We offer group hikes from initiation to intermediate level. We offer orientation training in the forest as well as the level 1 training of Rando Québec. We have developed l'École des Sentiers, a training program in rustic, low-impact trail management. 

Our vision; To be the leader and the reference in hiking in the Eastern Townships by our expertise, the quality of our network, the breadth of our membership, the commitment of our volunteers and the
diversity in our program of activities and services."

An island all to yourself is waiting for you at Poisson Blanc Regional Park’s located in Upper-Laurentians at the Outaouais frontieres. The Poisson Blanc Lake campsites are located on islands or peninsulas and only accessible by canoe, kayak or SUP. Rustic and isolated, we offer an exceptional camping experience on a vast stretch of water where you have the privilege of having no close neighbours. More than 10 km of hiking trails are located on Montagne du Diable, in the Rapide-du-Fort sector.

Both wild and inviting, Île aux Lièvres will enchant you !

Silence…relaxation…no meeting…except the one you could have with a grouse family at the bend of a trail or with the hares bustling about in the undergrowth at nightfall…

Tapered at the ends, this island reminds some of a ship, while others consider it the world’s smallest continent! An impressive 13 kilometers in length, it cannot be fully explored in one day. Discover natural lookouts, explore deserted beaches edged in brier roses, find a seal dozing on the upper part of the beach…Holiday and accommodation packages available: camping, Auberge du Lièvre and cottages on Île aux Lièvres.

The Regional Park of Strikes carries the project to create a park accessible to all, in an exceptional natural space. Composed of a mixed forest, a century-old pine forest, and several peat bogs, this territory which borders the banks of the St. Lawrence offers an astonishing variety of ecosystems where territorial conservation and outdoor activities complement each other. T

o enhance your visit, you will enjoy:     

• two reception positions (Contrecoeur sector and Sorel-Tracy sector) open from 9 am to 5 pm in the year 
• kilometers of hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing trails     
• a 1.4 km elevated walkway     
• a walk on the river    
• an observatory on a peat bog pond     
• nature and heritage interpretation stations     
• picnic areas     
• an asphalt forest running ring on 1.2 km     
• Espace Champlain, family site par excellence where our slide on snow (sheltered by a century-old pine forest) is close to snowshoe trails, winter walking trails, cross-country ski trails, the mini farm and the hebertism circuit     
• an ice rink     
• free access to the park ...

We will also offer you the following services like renting equipment and varied accommodation, food service. Looking forward to seeing you!

Try walk, run, ride, ski, try… slowing down!

The P'tit Train du Nord is responsible for the development and management of the 234 km multifunctional trail between Mont-Laurier and Bois-des-Filion. From historic railway stations to scenic villages, cycle tourists and other active users can travel on asphalt (65%) or stone dust, enjoying both natural beauty and gourmet breaks. In winter, there is also cross-country skiing over 40 km.

Our mission is to improve active transportation in the Laurentians and develop sports and social uses. We are linked to Route Verte bike paths and 24,000 km of the Great Trail. Together, we are working for the harmonious future of this infrastructure and we are ensuring its sustainability.

In the middle of the municipalities of Sainte-Béatrix, Saint-Jeande-Matha and Sainte-Mélanie, the park offers a network of 17km hiking trails, camping and picnic areas, walkways, lookouts and a nature interpretation trail. 

Discovering the Rivière-du-Nord and its Wilson Falls... The park offers a multitude of outdoor activities in all seasons!

The Parc régional de la Rivière-du-Nord is a place known for its cultural heritage landscape. The park offers its visitors a site of predilection for the practice of a multitude of outdoor activities in all seasons. Interpretation trails will guide visitors to the falls and the remains of the former pulp mill. Hiking, biking, fishing, canoeing, rabaska, kayaking, picnicking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, walking on snow, are just a brief list of the activities also offered. Water games, hebertism trail and obstacle course are offered for young and old.

Need an energy boost? The prescription is Montagne d'Argent 5 times a year

Savour the present by hiking, snowshoeing, rock climbing or ice climbing. At Montagne d'Argent, everything is focused on that magic moment. Our mountain trails, judged to have the best panoramas in the Laurentians, are physically challenging, and our rock and ice centres are accessible to all. Developed and managed by outdoor enthusiasts, our welcome and campfire nights are legendary. We await your arrival.

Val-David, where nature reigns supreme

Nature tamed just enough to offer fans of the outdoors an ecotourism haven. This protected forest is traversed by hundred of kilometers of hiking, cross country and snowshoe trails, of varying levels of difficulty. Look outs, belvederes and shelters made the experience all the more memorable. Over many years, climbers from all over come and practice their favourite sport enjoying the beautiful panorama of the park. From training walls to overhangs, Val-David's climbing gardens have something for everyone.

Created in 1997, in the heart of the Appalachian forest, the Appalachian Park spreads over several sectors with their points of interest where we find eskers, waterfalls, peat bogs, mountains, lakes and rivers.

The Appalachian Park is the perfect place for a variety of outdoor activities. With its network of 140 km of hiking trails and cycling, canoeing on lakes and rivers, mountains with exceptional views, archways, accommodation for all tastes. During the winter, snowshoes and scooters are practiced in many areas of the Park. All trails feature sidewalks, lookouts, walkways and shelters, as well as resort amenities such as shelters and rustic or landscaped campgrounds. In addition, access to the trails is free. Come discover the park with your dog friend.

Dogs are not only welcome, but they are also welcome everywhere. Your faithful companion can hike, camp, sleep in a shelter and even take a ride in a canoe or pontoon!
 

For 30 years now, the Groupe Plein Air Terrebonne has been offering the population the opportunity to learn outdoor sports in an affordable and friendly manner. A non-profit organization, GPAT's activities are aimed at young and old alike, summer and winter. Come visit us and, like us, have fun outdoors all year round!

Eco-Odyssée Nature Park, a very unique water maze, the only one in the world!

Explore the 5 km of water canals aboard a pedal boat, canoe or paddle board, while discovering the flora and fauna of the marsh. Several adventures available depending on the difficulty level. Adventures at sunset, at night or during the Perseids, there is something for all tastes and for all ages! You can also experience our outdoor Bows and Arrows activity, and marvel at our brand new outdoor multimedia projection telling the story of a beaver. Open in winter 2021 for ice skating and hiking.

Throughout its network, the Beauharnois-Salaberry Regional Park offers you a kaleidoscope of breathtaking landscapes and ambiances, all within a one-hour drive from Montreal.

In the 1930s, during the economic crisis, a huge canalization project between lakes Saint-François and Saint-Louis was carried out in the heart of what has now become the Beauharnois-Salaberry RCM, a huge canalization project between lakes Saint-François and Saint-Louis. Over a period of 3 years, over a distance of nearly 25 kilometers, a kilometre-wide canal was dug to supply the "Beauharnois" hydroelectric power station and later serve the St. Lawrence Seaway. For decades, on nearly 50 km of shoreline, the environment remains inaccessible and is left to lie fallow.

Some 60 years later, thanks to cooperation between partners, one of Quebec's land development models was created: the Beauharnois-Salaberry Regional Park. Since then, citizens have had the opportunity to reappropriate an entire environment where they have access to vast natural, nautical, riparian and wooded areas. In short, a true collective heritage rediscovered...

Located in the heart of the tourist region, the Beauharnois-Salaberry Regional Park is a vast recreational and leisure facility accessible to all for the practice of outdoor activities and healthy lifestyles. Since the inauguration of the very first cycling section in 1996, the Park has continued to develop and now connects the two urban centres of the MRC while branching out to all of its rural municipalities.

The Regional Park is located in the heart of the Beauharnois-Salaberry tourist region and consists of a vast recreational and leisure facility accessible to all for the practice of outdoor activities and healthy lifestyle habits. There are more than 70 km of flat, paved and multifunctional trails for cyclists, pedestrians and in-line skaters.

WALKING IN PURE NATURE

Discover the spectacular canyon carved out of the 1.2 billion year old rock by a 74 m waterfall, its mini canyon and its giant's kettle. Cross three suspension bridges, one of which is 60 meters high! Fly over the chasm at 50 km/h with AirCANYON and solve the riddles of the Roc-Ambolesque rally. Make fantastic discoveries! A ride for the whole family... including your pet!

Outdoor activity center

Between sky and earth 

An incredible outdoor center : 20 km of hiking trails (guided tours), the world's longest pedestrian suspension bridge, a 50 meter gorge, two observation towers, camping in the wilderness/with services, horseback riding (initiation, rides), mini-farm, swimming pool, 17 km of mountain bike trails intermediate/advanced levels, fishing, bird watching sites, floral garden.

The Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly offers quality accommodations in the heart of nature.  It has a campground, chalets, as well as ready-to-camp units.  

Activities: hiking, moutain biking and family activities. Open during the winter season! Trails for snowhoeing, Ski Hok (rental) and fatbike  (bicycle for rental) are available.  

The Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly is a go-to destination to discover Bécancour and its region, just a few minutes from Trois-Rivières. Close to Moulin Michel, Centre de la Biodiversité du Québec and Musée des Religions du monde.

An enchanting site for the whole family 

The Bois de Belle-Rivière Regional Park, located in the heart of the Mirabel region, welcomes you in an enchanting setting summer and winter. Here you can enjoy hiking on our many forest trails, cycling, fishing in the pond, disc golf on our 18-basket course and take advantage of our swimming facilities including our Naya pool and water games or have a picnic.

Also, come skate on our exceptional ice trail in the maple grove or go tubing from the top of our lookout. New this winter, you can rent a "fatbike".  This outdoor activity has many adepts and the park offers the chance to come and try this sport while enjoying the great outdoors.

Finally, we welcome your canine friends on our trails, in our incredible dog park of more than 50,000 square feet as well as in some of our shelters. You will have a great time.

The Parc Des Sommets De Bromont, an exceptional natural environment for outdoor sports enthusiasts in the Eastern Townships!

The Parc des Sommets in Bromont has 140 km of multi-use trails enjoyed by hikers, runners, cyclists, skiers, snowshoers and riders. The site offers you trail routes for all skill levels set across conservation zones where you’ll discover a rich biodiversity.

Your nature area in Quebec City !

The Base Plein Air Ste-Foy, a very unique place to practice your outdoor activities! Come with friends or family for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, SUP, hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, tube sliding, archery, nature watching and more. You want to organize an event, a family party or an activity with your office colleagues, we have rooms, sites and a dynamic team that will make your activity a real success.