5 October 2023

5 hikes to enjoy with your family this fall

If you’re looking to spend more quality time with your family, a hike is hard to beat. Here are 5 hikes you can try.

photo: Geneviève Roussel

Parc du mont Wright

Your kids will feel like they’re on a road trip as you head to the Parc du Mont Wright, even though it’s just 30 minutes away.

There are 6.5 km of trails to explore. As you hike, you can learn more about the park, which is home to one of the last remaining examples of old-growth forest.

Your trek up the mountain will take you to a splendid lookout, where you can enjoy the breathtaking scenery and the look of pride on your children’s faces at their successful climb. Bonus: your faithful four-legged friend can join you!

Feel free to reward your hard work with a sweet treat—Pascal le Boulanger is just a few minutes from the parking lot. It’s well worth the detour!

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Marais du Nord

If you’re on a tight schedule, but still longing to spend some time in nature, head to the Marais du Nord!

The Marais du Nord offers 8 km of easy trails dotted with virtual educational panels.

The hike is accessible for all ages and sprinkled with fun surprises! If you’re lucky, you might spot an osprey, a great blue heron, a muskrat, or one of the 160 bird species that call the marsh home.

It’s a good spot to be active with your kids while helping them discover the area’s natural beauty.

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Boucle trail

See the Stoneham Mountain Resort through fresh eyes by hiking the trails that begin at the foot of the slopes. Many incredible views await.

Note that the trails are intermediate to advanced. They can take you right to the top of the mountain.

This activity is completely free, but comfortable shoes and proper equipment are recommended.

Station Duchesnay 

The Station Duchesnay has a well-earned reputation.

In addition to its vast selection of accommodations, dining options, and water sports, its network of hiking trails sprawls over more than 25 km.

With so many trails to choose from, you’re sure to find something for the whole family!

5 hikes - Famille au parc national de la jacques-cartier

Photo: Simon BussièresJacques-Cartier National Park 

This protected natural wonderland is our favourite Sépaq national park.

For families, there are plenty of activities to discover, including geocaching, to make your outing more exciting.

If you’re out and about with your little ones, we recommend the following trails: the Tourbière (2.9 km)—which is also dog-friendly—and the Cascades (4 km), where you can soak in sights and sounds of the nearby creek and waterfalls.

With its 3,336 km2 of exceptional natural beauty, the Jacques-Cartier region certainly has enough to keep you and your family entertained for days!

Hiking is the perfect opportunity to marvel at the natural splendour at your own pace and share the experience with your loved ones.