The great outdoors ramble

Sentier de raquette hiver L'Escapade

These boots are made for walkin’

Rejuvenate and find your Zen on this itinerary that takes you to the most gorgeous parks and green spaces! Visit magnificent natural sites and experience the colours and fragrances of these lovely spots. Hike along the trails that wind along the shore of Lac des Deux-Montagnes or through the forest of Mont Rigaud. Pack a lunch, a water bottle, a blanket to sit on, and don’t forget your camera!

From Vaudreuil-Dorion to Rigaud

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Time

½ day

# of stops

4 stops

Distance

24 km

Stops

  • 1 L'escapade, Les sentiers du Mont Rigaud
  • 2 Parc nature les Forestiers-de-Saint-Lazare
  • 3 Parc Jack-Layton
  • 4 Centre Notre-Dame-de-Fatima

L'escapade, Les sentiers du Mont Rigaud 1

15, Rue du Boisé-des-Franciscaines Rigaud Québec J0P 1P0

4504510869,poste280

Located in the heart of Mont Rigaud, Sentiers de L'escapade form a 27 km recreational network. Walk along the educational route with its 25 interpretation panels installed along the trails. In summer, the trails are open for hiking and horseback riding, running and observing flora and fauna. In winter, the site is perfect for hiking, snowshoeing, biking with fatbikes and cross-country skiing. Nature interpretive hikes are offered for school or corporate groups. Pets are allowed on the mountain trails. From sunrise to sunset, access the site for free, all year round. Come and enjoy the outdoors in the countryside!

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Parc nature les Forestiers-de-Saint-Lazare 2

2800, Chemin Lotbinière Saint-Lazare Québec J7T 3H9

4504248000,poste287

The Parc nature Les Forestiers-de-Saint-Lazare is bordered by the Parc de la Pinière, a forest known for its pine plantation. The park offers over 24 km of trails for hikers and runners. Swimming and aquafitness lessons are offered in summer. In winter, enjoy the beautiful trails for cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. It is also possible to rent a room in the park for a children's party, a team meeting or a group activity. A warm place to meet, relax and live a unique experience on an exceptional site. Lovers of nature and outdoor activities, you have found your new favorite destination!

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Parc Jack-Layton 3

392, Rue Halcro Hudson Québec J0P 1H0

450-458-6699

With its stunning views of the Ottawa River, Parc Jack Layton is a charming spot within a stone's throw of downtown Hudson and the train station. The park's great natural beauty is enjoyed by all. Picnic tables are available for lunches with family and friends, and benches by the river offer restful vistas. This park is also well known to photographers, as it offers ideal opportunities to capture both sunrise and sunset. The park has a public boat launch, portable toilets, parking for permit holders, with permit-free parking a short walk from the park. Dogs on leash are allowed at the park. The park also has a woodland trail. Note that dogs are not permitted on the trail between 7 am and 7 pm. The park is the perfect spot to rest, relax and enjoy the views!

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Centre Notre-Dame-de-Fatima 4

2464, Boulevard Perrot Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot Québec J7V 8P4

514-453-7600

Located in Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot, the summer camp and the respites offer a judicious mixture of games, discovery and friendship. They promote the integral development of the young people and adults that we host by offering them programming that is varied, structured and safe. During the winter season, it is possible to rent skis or snowshoes to take a breath of fresh air and enjoy the beautiful trails. The tubing slide and the skating rink are accessible on weekends only. A place where human contact takes precedence.

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