Vacations, activities and going out
Activities and Attractions
Parc de la Rivière Batiscan
A park not to be missed. Stop here to enjoy hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and camping (serviced, semi-serviced, primitive yourte, and in prospector’s tents). Interpretation and animation rooms. Via Batiscan: zip lines, via ferrata and aerial tree obstacle course. This... ( Next )
Sectors activities : Itinéraire recommandé - Route des rivières - Bicycle - Bicycle touring - Canoeing and kayaking
Parc de l'Île Melville
The Parc de l’île Melville is a 160-acre area that is almost entirely woodland. The Parc is made up of two islands: Melville and Banane, a large forest and a mountain. It is situated in the heart of the City of Shawinigan and bordered by the majestic St.Maurice River. The... ( Next )
Sectors activities : Itinéraire recommandé - Route des rivières - Bicycle - Canoeing and kayaking - Family Activities
Aire Nature Grandes-Piles (Réserve de biodiversité Lac Clair)
Nature lovers, discover an oasis of peace and tranquility in the heart of a protected area, near the majestic Saint-Maurice River. Activities for soft adventure enthusiasts include canoeing, kayaking, free-diving, hiking and geocaching; they can even reach the National Trail.... ( Next )
Sectors activities : Canoeing and kayaking - Hiking - Parks - Sites & attractions - Seasonal
Parc de l'île Saint-Quentin
Every year, thousands of visitors enjoy Île Saint-Quentin. Actually, the word thousands is rather modest, since more than 125,000 people come for at least a day! Summer is the season to play! Discover a huge variety of entertaining activities. One of the most beautiful sandy... ( Next )
Sectors activities : Bicycle - Bicycle touring - Canoeing and kayaking - Cross-country skiing & snowshoeing
Parc des chutes de la Petite Rivière Bostonnais
Come admire one of the highest waterfalls in Québec (35m/115’) and visit the park to enjoy a picnic or simply relax. Discover the Félix Leclerc Interpretation Centre and Circuit, the Fur Trade Interpretation Centre and the Coureur du bois Circuit, the Nature Interpretation... ( Next )
Sectors activities : Itinéraire recommandé - Route des rivières - Lieux de renseignements touristiques - Cross-country skiing & snowshoeing - Family Activities
Parc des Chutes de Sainte-Ursule
Discover the 72 m-high falls on the Maskinongé River. Every season is different. In the spring, the old riverbed has three extra falls. Go for a hike on one of the trails and wooden walkways. Interpretive signs explain various aspects of the park’s history and ecology. You... ( Next )
Sectors activities : Itinéraire recommandé - Route des rivières - Cross-country skiing & snowshoeing - Hiking - Parks
Parc national du Canada de la Mauricie
Camping reservations: 1-877-737-3783 or www.reservation.parcscanada.gc.ca / Lodges: 819- 537-4555. The Mauricie National Park is a representative sample of the southern Laurentians. Camping, canoe-camping and oTENTik’s tents provide access to 536 km2 of lakes and forests.... ( Next )
Sectors activities : Itinéraire recommandé - Route des rivières - Bicycle - Bicycle touring - Canoeing and kayaking
Parc national du Canada de la Mauricie - Camping
A getaway in the heart of nature - Reconnect with nature in one of the park’s three campgrounds. You will appreciate their safety, cleanliness and tranquillity. The sites are set up in wooded areas to respect each group’s privacy. Campers can now reserve their site online... ( Next )
Sectors activities : Campings - Lodging - Motorbike - Nature and outdoor activities
Parc nature La Gabelle (Corporation Inter-Rive La Gabelle)
A trading centre between the Amerindians and the French in the early days of the colony, La Gabelle nature park has a long history. Here fishing enthusiasts can enjoy excellent access to the Saint-Maurice River. A fine network of walking and cross-country ski trails is enhanced... ( Next )
Sectors activities : Itinéraire recommandé - Route des rivières - Cross-country skiing & snowshoeing - Free sites & attractions - Seasonal - Hiking
Station Plein Air Val-Mauricie (Parc De L'île Melville)
Ski station with 6 alpine skiing trails, 3 mechanical lifts, 4 tubing lanes with 2 mechanical lifts, ski school. 70 metres in altitude with an unobstructed view of the St. Maurice. Reception building for 340 persons. Possibility of renting a hall for banquet and meetings. Free:... ( Next )
Sectors activities : Bicycle - Cross-country skiing & snowshoeing - Family Activities - Hiking
