The Lanaudière region is known for its vast open spaces, making it an unmissable playground in both summer and winter. It also stands out for its commitment to accessibility. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a nature lover or simply looking for a family outing.
In collaboration with the Association régionale de loisirs pour personnes handicapées de Lanaudière (ARLPHL), we have compiled a directory of places where adapted equipment is available free of charge and where accessibility is a priority.
Parc du Grand-Coteau in Mascouche
Parc du Grand-Coteau in Mascouche is a place for relaxation and a variety of leisure activities: hiking, water games, play modules, a creamery and much more. Accessibility is partially assured with facilities like these:
Trackz/Trackzion: Manual or motorized all-terrain wheelchair.
Electric tricycle: Bicycle with leg propulsion, power-assisted or fully electric.
Mont-Tremblant - Pimbina sector
The Lac-Provost sector, formerly known as La Volière, has undergone significant redevelopment in the Pimbina-Saint-Donat sector of Parc National du Mont-Tremblant. The two main sanitary blocks have been renovated, now offering family spaces accessible to people with disabilities. In addition, the installation of a universal carpet and the addition of a Hyppocampus at the Lac-Provost location center are helping to improve accessibility for all visitors.
Forêt Ô Cascades in Rawdon
Just an hour from Montreal, Forêt Ô Cascades is an ecotourism park offering 10 km of hiking trails. Visitors can take advantage of the following equipment:
Joëlette: A single-wheel all-terrain wheelchair for hiking in the heart of nature.
Chalets Lanaudière in Rawdon
Chalets Lanaudière stands out for its commitment to universal accessibility. Facilities include:
Joëlette Kid: All-terrain wheelchair for children designed for hiking.
Joëlette: All-terrain single-wheel wheelchair for hiking.
Hyppocampe Chair: This hiking wheelchair is perfect for trips into the forest, swimming or as a shoreline wheelchair.
Sofao chair: The Sofao is a wheelchair that allows access to water and, above all, to enjoy a real swim.
Mini-Chalets with universal access: Fully accessible chalets, perfect for a fully independent stay.
SCIRBI
SCIRBI's trails, set among marshes and swamps rich in flora and fauna, are partly accessible:
Sentier des Trois Tours: accessible for wheelchairs and baby carriages. It is advisable to contact the office in advance to ensure that the gate is open.
Terre des Bisons
Terre des Bisons lets you explore the world of the bison with :
Interpretation trail: accessible to the disabled, this 1.5 km trail is perfect for an enriching visit.
L'Île-des-Moulins
Located on the banks of the Rivière des Mille-Îles, Île-des-Moulins is an accessible historic site:
Paved or tapped paths: Enable people with reduced mobility to circulate easily on the island.
Yewaska
Yewaska, a nature interpretation site, offers :
Accessible trails: Stroller- and wheelchair-friendly, perfect for immersing yourself in nature.
RAWDON MUNICIPAL BEACH
Rawdon's municipal beach stands out for its inclusive accessibility, making swimming possible for everyone, including people with disabilities. Thanks to the Mobi-Chair, an amphibious wheelchair that rolls on the sand and floats on the water, people with reduced mobility can enjoy the lake to the full. Specialized flotation jackets are also available for people with functional limitations. Finally, it's also possible to enjoy an adapted paddleboarding session accompanied by a certified instructor. Free wheelchair rental is also available.
Lanaudière is truly committed to accessibility, offering all visitors the chance to take full advantage of its natural and cultural spaces. Don't hesitate to explore these places and check out the facilities available to ensure an enjoyable experience tailored to your needs.
