Outdoor destinations

You’ll love this village surrounded by parks accessible by snowshoe and home to one of the biggest ski centres north of Montreal. Visitors come to watch World Cup competitions, see ice sculptures during the winter festival and explore the snowmobile or cross-country ski trails.

Bordering Mont-Tremblant National Park, Saint-Donat is a large inhabited natural park, boasting two of the four ski centres with the highest vertical drops north of Montreal. There’s never a dull moment here. Our many kilometres of trails offer an abundance of options for snowshoeing and snowmobile enthusiasts. Add to that the countless places where you can enjoy sliding and skating. Stay overnight in a rustic cabin, a cottage or cozy inn—whatever you choose, you’re in for a good night’s sleep!

Get ready for some great winter fun in Rawdon! Just one hour from Montreal, its ski centre offers downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snow tubing fun for children and adults alike. You’ll also love its 2,3 km ice rink where you can skate in a breathtaking setting. Had your fill of fun? Head to the Nordic baths to unwind and recharge your batteries.

The snow covered archipelago of the Berthier Islands is a true haven of peace for taking in the wintry landscapes or snowshoeing between frozen marshes and woodlands. Enjoy ice fishing at one of the local outfitters or shift into high gear at the Gilles-Villeneuve museum.

In Saint-Gabriel-de-Brandon and its surroundings, Lac Maskinongé attracts enthusiasts of snowmobiling. After a day in the great outdoors, why not unwind at a spa or stop in for a tasting at the local winery.

Located in Saint-Michel-des-Saints, Lac Taureau is a vacation paradise with regional park status. Snowshoeing, snowmobiling and dogsledding enthusiasts can get their fill of fresh air here. Looking for a place to stay? Treat yourself to some gastronomic delights and the comfort of a lodge set in a forest of stunning natural beauty.

It’s a must-visit spot for winter sports enthusiasts. Whether snow tubing, cross-country skiing or visiting a museum, you’re sure to have lots of fun. In the land of legendary strongman Louis Cyr, it’s not surprising that Saint-Jean-de-Matha wields such power over travellers.

The architecture, culture and friendly locals will make your visit to Nouvelle-Acadie a truly memorable one.