Going for a walk with Mini always feels good. Walking around the nearest park or exploring the neighborhood streets is always better than nothing, but where to go if you have a little more time on your hands?
We offer 41 nature walks and hikes to recharge your batteries without necessarily going to a provincial park.
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3 beautiful nature walks in Gatineau
Gatineau is certainly less known than Ottawa, but the lucky ones who live there have a multitude of trails and forests for family hikes. Difficult to choose only 3 hikes but here are ours!
Lac-des-Fées trails
The Lac-des-Fées trail along the lake of the same name is officially in Gatineau Park but it is located in Hull.
Place:
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Hull
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Kind:
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Several loop trails
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Duration:
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Depends on the trail chosen (30 minutes to 2 hours).
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded, lake, stream and river. Possibility of running, dog on leash. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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Lac des Fees Trail, Gatineau, QC J9A
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Boucher Forest Park
The Parc de la Forêt Boucher covers an area of 700 acres and has several forest and marsh loops over 13km of trails.
Place:
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Gatineau
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Kind:
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Several loop trails of 1 to 7km.
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Duration:
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Depends on the chosen trail (30 minutes to 2.5 hours).
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Ground:
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Small differences in altitude
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Special features:
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Wooded, marsh and stream. Possibility of running, dog on leash. Not possible with stroller.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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Rue Samuel-Edey, Gatineau, QC J9J 1R8
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Leamy Lake Loop
Parc Leamy is actually Lake Leamy. The park and its lake offer an oasis of freshness in the summer with its water activities and its path which goes around the lake. It is also possible to cycle there.
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Place:
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Gatineau |
| Kind: |
2.5km loop trail. |
| Duration: |
1 hour. |
| Ground: |
Flat |
| Special features: |
Path around the lake. Possibility of running, dog on leash. Possible with stroller. |
| Seasons: |
4 seasons |
| Address: |
Rue Atawe, Gatineau, Qc
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| Rate: |
Free |
| Site: |
Leamy Park |
Traditional walks in Gatineau:
- Gatineau Park (!)
- Verendrye Park
- Beauchamps Lake Park
8 beautiful nature walks in Montreal
Montreal has a lot of attractions for walking, but if you feel like going a bit into the forest without going too far, where should you go? We offer you 8 beautiful walks and hikes in nature on the island of Montreal.
Pointe-aux-Prairies Nature Park
The Park is on both sides of Highway 40 with 1 entrance for each of the 2 sections of the Park. With an area of 261 hectares it is located at the eastern end of the island.
Place:
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Point-aux-Trembles
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Kind:
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Several loop trails
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Duration:
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Depends on the trail chosen (30 minutes to 2 hours).
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded, marsh and stream. Possibility of running, dog on leash. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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Chalet Heritage: 14905 Sherbrooke Street East, Montreal (Quebec) H1A 3X1
Pavillon des Marais: 12300 Boul. Gouin E, Montreal, QC H1C 1B8
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Sources Ecological Park (with Heron Pond)
The Park has an area of 212 hectares where a large number of birds stop during their migration and nest there.
Place:
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Montreal
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Kind:
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3 trails of 1 to 2km
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Duration:
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20 to 30 minutes
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and stream. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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Éco-Campus Hubert Reeves, Rue Albert Einstein, Saint-Laurent, QC H4S 2C9
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Bois de Liesse Nature Park
Perfect for walks in the forests, the Park has an area of century-old trees, including black maple. It is located on the territory of 3 boroughs of Montreal: Pierrefonds-Roxboro, Dollard-des-Ormeaux and Saint-Laurent.
Place:
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Pierrefonds
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Kind:
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Trails with loops of 1 to 9 km.
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Duration:
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20 minutes to 90 minutes.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and stream. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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9432 Gouin Boulevard West, Montreal (Quebec) H8Y 1T4
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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L'Anse à l'Orme Nature Park
The vast majority of trails are in the forest on the other side of Senneville Street.
Known for its beach and its view of Lac des Deux-Montagnes, it has numerous trails for walking and nature observation.
Place:
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Pierrefonds
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Kind:
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Trails with loops of 1 to 9 km.
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Duration:
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20 minutes to 90 minutes.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and stream. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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21135 Gouin Boulevard West, Montreal (Quebec) H9K 1C1
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Morgan Arboretum Park
The Morgan Arboretum is a 245-hectare forest reserve located in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, on the western tip of the island of Montreal. It is part of the Macdonald campus of McGill University
Place:
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Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue
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Kind:
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Trails with loops of 1 to 5 km.
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Duration:
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20 minutes to 60 minutes.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and stream. Possible with stroller on certain trails. Dog on a leash on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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150 Pine St, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec H9X 3L2
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Rate:
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Adults $8, children $4.50.
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Site:
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Cap Saint Jacques Nature Park
With 330 hectares, it is the largest park in Montreal, located at the tip of the island with the Rivière des Prairies on one side and the Lac des Deux Montagnes on the other. The park has an area with camping and beach, as well as bike trails and also an ecological farm to visit.
Place:
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Pierrefonds
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Kind:
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Trails with loops of 1 to 5 km.
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Duration:
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20 minutes to 60 minutes.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and stream. Shore. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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20099, boulevard Gouin Ouest, Pierrefonds (Quebec) H9K 1C6
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Montigny Creek Trail
A nice surprise: this path runs along a stream between Highway 25 and the Riviere des Prairies hospital as well as the CECEP Marie-Victorin. The entrance to the trail is located on the wooded corner of Boulevard Perras.
Place:
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Montreal
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Kind:
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5km trail
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Duration:
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60 minutes.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and stream. Not possible with stroller.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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Perras / Ozias-Leduc, Montreal, QC H1G 1L7.
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Visitation Island Nature Park
This linear park along the Des Prairies River also includes the Ile de la Visitation where there are two archaeological sites dating from the era of New France.
Place:
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Montreal (Cartierville)
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Kind:
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7km loop trail
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Duration:
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90 minutes.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and river. Possible with stroller.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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2425 Gouin Boulevard East, Montreal (Quebec) H2B 1X7
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Traditional walks in Montreal:
- Maisonneuve Park and Botanical Garden
- St-Hélène Island and Notre-Dame
- Mont-Royal Park and its Olmsted Road from Avenue du Parc to Belvedere.
5 nature walks on the North Shore of Montreal
Mascouche, Saint-Eustache, Rosemere and this region offer beautiful hikes in the forest really not far away. We offer you 5 easy ones!
Méanders Park
The Méandres park offers 18 hectares of nature space and nearly 4 km of trails set out in the woods.
Place:
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St-Anne des Plaines
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Kind:
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Several trails including 1 loop 1.3km
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Duration:
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15-20 minutes
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and stream. Possibility of running, dog on a leash. Possible with stroller.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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140 Rue des Saisons, Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines, QC J0N 1H0
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Rate:
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Free
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Grand-Coteau Park
Grand-Coteau Park is part of the Grand Coteau Forest Corridor which constitutes an area of great ecological value. The Émilie-Mondor trails are accessible all year round and have 18.8 km of multifunctional trails, perfect for family hikes.
Place:
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Mascouche
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Kind:
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Several trails and La Determinée is a 2.5km loop
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Duration:
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45 minutes
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and marsh. Possibility of running. No dog. Stroller not possible over the entire length.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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2600 Bd de Mascouche, Mascouche, QC J7K 4B8
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Grand-Coteau Forest
In the heart of the forest several species of trees age, some of ancestral age ranging from 150 to 200 years. We also observe the presence of wetlands and watercourses that crisscross the forest.
Place:
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Loraine
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Kind:
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Loops of trails 1, 10, 11 or 12 of 9km maximum
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Duration:
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1 hour 40 minutes
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Ground:
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Flat and very small difference in altitude.
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Special features:
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Wooded and stream. Possibility of running. No dog. Stroller not possible.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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142 Bd de Gaulle #152, Lorraine, Quebec J6Z 3Z3
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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St-Eustache Nature Park
The St-Eustache Nature Park covers an area of 65 hectares with several trails being developed in the years to come.
Place:
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St-Eustache
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Kind:
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Poorly maintained loop trail 7 km
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Duration:
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1 hour 15 minutes
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and stream. Running not possible. No dog. Stroller not possible.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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Behind 749, boulevard Arthur-Sauvé (Di Volio restaurant)
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Park from Domaine Vert
The Parc du Domaine Vert offers a host of activities including beautiful trail walks for children and adults.
Place:
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Mirabel
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Kind:
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Loop 6.6 km
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Duration:
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1 hour 20 minutes
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded. Possibility of running. Dog on leash. Stroller possible.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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10423 Montée Ste Marianne, Mirabel, QC J7J 2B1
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Rate:
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Adults: $8.75 Child: $5.50 Family: $19
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Site:
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5 beautiful nature walks on the South Shore
Fernand-Seguin Ecological Center
The center and its trails are dedicated to conservation and education. Interpretive trails and guided tours on weekends at set times.
Place:
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Chateauguay
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Kind:
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2 loop trails of 1.8km or 3km.
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Duration:
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40 minutes to 1 hour.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded, marsh and stream. No dog. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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257 rue Fernand-Seguin, Chateauguay, Quebec
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Marguerite-D’Youville Wildlife Refuge (St-Bernard Island)
The Marguerite-D'Youville wildlife refuge has officially protected its 223 hectares in perpetuity since 2010. Its wealth is based on the great variety of its ecosystems: marshes, swamps, banks, wastelands, maple groves and oak groves. Eight kilometers of trails are designed for outdoor enthusiasts, families, ornithologists and photographers.
Place:
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Chateauguay
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Kind:
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Loop 7.5 km
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Duration:
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1 hour 20 minutes
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded, marsh and river. No dog. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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480, Boulevard D'Youville, Châteauguay, Quebec
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Rate:
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$6 Adult, $4 Child. Family rate available.
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Site:
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Symbiocite La Prairie district
As part of a real estate development, this district has preserved its woods and trails for the happiness of its visitors.
Place:
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The Prairie
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Kind:
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Partial loop of 3.4km.
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Duration:
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45 minutes
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and stream. No dog. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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At the roundabout of Boulevard de Palerme / Avenue de la Belle-Dame, La Prairie, Quebec.
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Rate:
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Free
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Michel Chartrand Park
Michel-Chartrand Park, with an area of 1.8 square kilometers, is now recognized as a regional park.
Place:
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Longueuil
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Kind:
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Loop 5.8 km
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Duration:
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1 hour
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded area and pond. No dog. Running. Possible with stroller.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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1895 Rue Adoncour, Longueuil, QC J4J 5G8
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Antoine Charlebois Ponds Park and Rochers Park
These 2 parks coexist with several loop trails of different lengths.
Place:
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Sainte-Julie and Saint Amable
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Kind:
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5.3km loop.
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Duration:
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1 hour
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded areas, ponds, marshes and streams. No dog. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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215 Rue Thomas, Saint-Amable
690 Rue Auger, Sainte-Julie, QC J3E 1Y2
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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The unmissable walks on the South Shore:
- Bouchervilles Islands Park
- Mont St-Bruno Park
- Mont St-Hilaire Park
- Gault Nature Reserve (Rougemont)
8 beautiful walks in Trois-Rivière and Drummondville
The locals probably know this, but why not stop for a breath of air and stretch your legs when you pass near Trois-Riviere or Drummondville? 8 ideas for nature walks that perhaps even the locals don't always know about!
Milette River ecological area
The Milette River ecological area is located between the Jérôme-Cotnoir arena and Boulevard des Chenaux. Its intermediate level trails form a loop of almost 6 km.
Place:
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Trois-Rivière
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Kind:
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1 round trip trail of 6 km
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Duration:
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1 hour.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and river. Dog on leash. Not possible with full length stroller. Running.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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4625 Pl. de la Marquise, Trois-Rivières, QC G8Y 7K7
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Rate:
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Free
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Ardennes Basin
Several more or less maintained trails with and without loops. Often muddy trails when it rained.
Place:
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Trois-Rivières West
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Kind:
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Several trails including 1 6km loop.
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Duration:
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1 hour 15 minutes.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded areas and streams. Dog on leash. Not possible with full length stroller. Running.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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4075 Côte Richelieu, Trois-Rivières, QC G9B 2B2
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Rate:
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Free
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Saint-Quentin Island Park
The Saint-Quentin Island Park offers several activities all year round, including a hiking trail.
Place:
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Trois-Rivières
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Kind:
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3km loop.
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Duration:
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40 minutes.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and river. Dog on leash. Possible with stroller. Running. Beach.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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Chem. de l'Île-Saint-Quentin, Trois-Rivières, QC G9A
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Godefroy Ecological Park
The Eco Godefroy Park is perfect for observation ornithological and forest hikes. Young children will enjoy following the short route through the Gnome Park.
Place:
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Bécancour
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Kind:
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4 trails including 1 3km loop.
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Duration:
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40 minutes.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and river. Dog on leash. Possible with stroller. Running. Cycle path.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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17105 Boul Bécancour, Bécancour, QC G9H 1A3
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Léon Provancher Marsh Nature Reserve
The Marais-Léon-Provancher Nature Reserve is a natural environment covering an area of 125 hectares dedicated to the protection of fauna and flora. Marked trails allow you to explore the diversity of this natural environment: forest, fallow areas, stream and river banks.
Place:
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Bécancour
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Kind:
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9 trails from 1 km to 5 km and some loops.
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Duration:
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30 minutes to 1 hour.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded and marsh. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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151 Rue des Îlets, Neuville, QC G0A 2R0
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Rivia Walk (along the Saint-Francois River)
Along the Saint-François River, a stone's throw from downtown Drummondville, the Rivia promenade is convenient for a short hike with the family, to enjoy the panorama or to discover this little haven of peace.
Place:
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Drummondville
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Kind:
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Asphalt walk of 5 km round trip.
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Duration:
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1 hour.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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River. Possible with stroller. Running. Bike.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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1645 Rue Montplaisir, Drummondville, QC J2C 0M1
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Gaillard Loop
Located just on the outskirts of Drummondville, in the municipality of Saint-Nicéphore, its forest trails are easy for children.
Place:
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Saint-Nicéphore
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Kind:
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2.7 km loop.
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Duration:
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40 minutes.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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River. Running.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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Saint-Nicéphore, Drummondville, QC
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Rate:
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Free
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Sanctuary Park
The Parc du Sancturaire has a nature interpretation center and offers an incomparable view of the Saint-François River. Located in the Municipality of Saint-Majorique-de-Grantham, the park offers more than 15 km of trails, a marsh, a peat bog, a diversity of wildlife, a mature forest and even more to discover.
Place:
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Saint-Majorique-De- Grantham
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Kind:
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4 trails including 1 5 km loop.
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Duration:
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1 hour.
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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River. Running. Dog on leash.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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3490 Rang de la Rivière, Saint-Majorique, QC J2B 8A8
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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7 beautiful nature walks in Quebec
La Grande Allée is good and Old Québec is magnificent, but what can you do if you also want a little more green in Québec City? We offer you 7 beautiful nature hikes in or near Québec City.
Chauveau Park
Parc Chauveau is one of the largest green spaces in Quebec City with its 146 hectares. Its habitat is made up of a predominantly deciduous forest and is home to several winged species linked to the aquatic environment. Crossed by the Saint-Charles River, it is perfect for walkers with its 5 km of hiking trails, as well as for fishermen and kayaking and canoeing enthusiasts.
Place:
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Quebec
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Kind:
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4 km loop
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Duration:
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1 hour.
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Ground:
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Small difference in altitude
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Special features:
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Wooded and river. Waterfall Dog on leash. Not possible with full length stroller.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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3175 Av. Chauveau, Quebec, QC G2C 1A3
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Saules Park
Saules Park is part of the Saint-Charles River Linear Park.
Place:
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Quebec
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Kind:
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6.6 km linear trail
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Duration:
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1 hour.
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Ground:
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Small difference in altitude
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Special features:
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Wooded and river. Dog on leash. Possible with stroller.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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3160, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel , Quebec
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Tour of Lake Laberge
Located in the outdoor base of Sainte-Foy, the Tour du Lac Laberge trail is a perfect trail for getting around a little without leaving the city.
Place:
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Sainte Foy
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Kind:
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2.7 km loop
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Duration:
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40 minutes.
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Ground:
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Small difference in altitude
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Special features:
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Wooded and river. Dog on leash. Possible with stroller.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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3137 Rue Laberge, Quebec, QC G1X 4B5
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Bois de Coulonge Park
The Parc du Bois de Coulonge has an area of almost 24 hectares. It offers an arboretum, gardens, lovely views of the river, walking trails and a children's play area.
Place:
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Quebec
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Kind:
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2.3 km loop
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Duration:
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30 minutes.
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Ground:
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Small difference in altitude
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Special features:
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Wooded. Dog on leash. Possible with stroller.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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1215 Grande Allée O, Quebec, QC G1S 1E7
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Etchemin River Park
The Parc de la Rivi è re Etchemin park has a 5.1 km multifunctional trail along the Etchemin River and allows hikes in a natural environment, whether by bike, on foot, on snowshoes or on cross-country skis.
Place:
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Levi's
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Kind:
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3.7 km loop
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Duration:
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50 minutes.
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Ground:
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Small difference in altitude
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Special features:
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Wooded. Dog on leash. Possible with stroller.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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705, rue Moulin-Larochelle, Lévis, Quebec, Canada, G6Z 1X6
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Walking Trail, Etchemin River Park
Place:
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Levi's
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Kind:
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7.6 km loop
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Duration:
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2 hours.
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Ground:
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Small difference in altitude
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Special features:
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Wooded. River. Dog on leash. Not possible with stroller.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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End of Rue du Moulin Larochelle
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Rate:
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Free
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Parc des Chutes de la Chaudiere & Charny
The Chutes-de-la-Chaudière park with its 35-metre-high falls offers quite a spectacle. The park also offers hiking on developed trails.
Place:
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Levi's
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Kind:
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9 km round trip trail
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Duration:
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2 hours.
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Ground:
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Small difference in altitude
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Special features:
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Wooded. River and waterfall. Dog on leash. Not possible with stroller.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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Rue du Parc-des-Chutes, Lévis, QC G6X 1B7
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Rate:
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Free
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Traditional hikes in the Quebec region:
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Cap-Tourmente Nature Reserve
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Jacques-Quartier Park trails
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Mont Wright Forest Trails
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Trails in Parc du Mont Saint-Anne
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Stoneham Trails
3 beautiful nature walks in Laval
Laval is big and it's not just houses and shopping centers. There are several forests preserved for walking and four-season activities. We offer you 3 beautiful nature walks and hikes on the island of Laval.
Loop of the Bois de Sainte Dorothée
Le boisee is in Sainte Dorothée at the end of rue Mont-Laval. It has several loop trails in this pretty forest.
Place:
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Saint Dorothy
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Kind:
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Several loop trails
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Duration:
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Depends on the trail chosen (30 minutes to 2 hours).
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded, marsh and stream. Possibility of running, dog on leash. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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At the end of rue du Mont-Laval, Laval (QC) H7X 1A2
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Bois de l’Equerre
The Bois de l'Equerre is in Sainte Rose and has 3 different entrances. It includes several forest loops over 13km of trails. You can observe 160 species of birds there, including 20 types of raptors, and 20 species of mammals.
Place:
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Sainte-Rose
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Kind:
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Several loop trails of 0.5 to 4km.
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Duration:
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Depends on the trail chosen (20 minutes to 1.5 hours).
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded, marsh and stream. Possibility of running, dog on leash. Possible with stroller on certain trails.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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49 rang de l’Équerre, Laval (QC) H7L 6A3
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Rate:
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Free
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Site:
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Bois Duvernay
Bois Duvernay is in the district of its name. It has 11 trails, most of them loops, from 1.5 to 7km. You can observe 160 species of birds there, including 20 types of raptors, and 20 species of mammals. All trails are suitable for cross-country skiing in winter and it offers a cross-country ski school for children (fee).
Place:
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Duvernay
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Kind:
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Several loop trails of 1.5 to 7km.
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Duration:
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Depends on the trail chosen (30 minutes to 2 hours).
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Ground:
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Flat
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Special features:
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Wooded, marsh and stream. Possibility of running, dog on leash. Possible with stroller on certain trails. Cross-country skiing in winter.
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Seasons:
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4 seasons
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Address:
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830 rang St-Elzéar Est, Laval QC H7E 4P2
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Rate:
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Paid
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Site:
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Traditional hikes in Laval:
Nature Park
Papineau Park
Boisee d'Auteuil
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