The summer season is on the horizon, and after the mild temperatures of spring, the heat is ready to take the region by storm. With Lanaudière positioning itself as a must-see family destination, find out what you can do here this summer. There's something for every taste and budget!
1. MOVE IN NATURE
A great way to stay active this summer is to select one of our many sporting activities in the Lanaudière region. Arbraska awaits you with its aerial courses offering thrills from tree to tree. The Village Arc-en-Ciel welcomes little ones in its pretty houses perched in the forest. For mountain bikers, the municipalities of Saint-Côme and Saint-Donat, among others, offer specially designed trails.
2. GO TO THE BEACH OR AQUATIC PARK
Sun worshippers and water enthusiasts, what could be better than a day lounging under the warm rays or taking a dip in one of our many lakes? The region boasts dozens of beaches accessible to all! Don't hesitate to take inspiration from our blog post listing the region's most beautiful beaches HERE to make your choice. For waterslide fans, hours of fun await you at Saint-Calixte's Complexe Atlantide. A great way to cool off on hot summer days.
3. DISCOVER OUR OUTFIT PACKAGES
In Lanaudière, outfitters promise you good times without screens: starlit nights, epic fishing trips and life-size memories. Yes, you can fish... but you can also canoe, paddle board, hike, swim or just... nothing at all (and it feels good). Many outfitters even offer guided activities, private trails, included boats and more!
To choose your outfitter, click HERE.
4. ADMIRE OUR FALLS AND CASCADES
Among the region's iconic images, landscapes featuring waterfalls and cascades top the list. To discover our best addresses and hidden treasures, click HERE.
5. TAKE ADVENTURE IN OUR PARKS AND HIKING TRAILS
Hiking is one of the region's top activities. Several national and regional parks are hidden away, allowing you to discover the region, enjoy a picnic in nature or climb to the summit for breathtaking views.
6. DISCOVER OUR HOTELS, CHALETS AND EXPERIENCE ACCOMMODATIONS
For a night, a weekend or a week, you'll find the accommodation that's just right for you. Does your family like to sleep in unusual places like a tree house, a bubble in the middle of nowhere or a fully equipped yurt? Le Gollé Goulu, Ma Yourte au Cœur des Collines and Les Pieds sur terre are just some of the options available to you. If you prefer the comfort of inns and hotels, the Impéria in Terrebonne, the Days Inn in Berthier, the Auberge du Lac Taureau, the Château Joliette, the Auberge de la Montagne Coupée or the Hôtel Super 8 in Lachenaie, with its waterslides, will delight young and old alike. Chalets are also available for rental, thanks to our many addresses such as Chalets Lanaudière, Chalets Évasion and Domaine Natur'Eau, among others.
To choose the style of accommodation that's right for you, click HERE.
7. ADMIRE ANIMALS
The region has everything for animal lovers. Young and old alike will fall in love with alpacas during a visit to Rustik Alpaga, located in L'Assomption. For game lovers, a visit to La Terre des Bisons will allow you to admire these fascinating animals. These addresses all have magnificent gourmet boutiques where you can do a little shopping. As for Saint-Calixte's Familizoo, it boasts over 300 animals of different species to admire in a safe, wooded environment. You can even sleep among the lions at the Hôtel de la Cité perdue, located right on the premises.
8. RIDE OUR BIKE TOURS
Get the whole family out on their bikes, as the Lanaudière region boasts a number of road and mountain bike trails! You can plan your getaways to suit your tastes and desires in our cycling circuits section HERE. Whether on the TransTerrebonne, along the Chemin du Roy or in the streets of Saint-Donat, you'll find trails to suit your level and good places to discover nearby.
9. VISIT OUR MUSEUMS
For racing fans, the Musée Gilles-Villeneuve is a must-see. The Musée d'art de Joliette has a great program to please young and old alike. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about Louis Cyr, the region's most famous man. His ancestral home, located in Saint-Jean-de-Matha, welcomes you to learn more about his many exploits. The Centre d'art Diane-Dufresne also has a number of workshops and activities to please everyone.
10. DISCOVER OUR GOURMET TOURISM CIRCUITS
If you're a lover of good food and local produce, our gourmet tours are sure to delight the whole family. Our 5 varied circuits, strategically located throughout the region, offer the chance to make astonishing discoveries and practice pick-your-own.
To discover them, click HERE.
And much more!
To find out what else you can do in the region, please visit our section HERE.
