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Outdoors

Fun and adventure for one and all
Whether you’re traveling with your grandparent or your youngest, whether you like big challenges or short hikes, the regions of Authentic Quebec are unique in offering a host of outdoor activities that will leave no one disappointed.

Whether water-, land- or air-based, the activities offered in Authentic Quebec come in all forms but have a common goal: to allow visitors to appreciate the natural world surrounding them.

Water represents the Mauricie and Lanaudière regions’ predominant element. Take a canoe or stand-up paddle board (SUP) and explore the patchwork of lakes that dot these regions. When night falls, land your canoe on a sandy beach and pitch your tent under a starry sky. If it’s a hot summer’s day, don’t hesitate to cool off in the water, whether for a few hours of swimming or a day-long rafting trip.

Peak thrills
Or you might want to leave the lake far below you as you take a seaplane ride over this vast forested expanse. The massive scale of nature is best admired from above, through the window of this curious aircraft, still frequently used by hunters and fishers to reach remote areas.

Auberge du Lac Taureau

The picture of the proverbial Canadian cabin finds full meaning at Auberge du Lac Taureau. Comfort and conviviality come together to make this 4-star resort an ideal place to recharge your batteries.

Tourisme Haute-Mauricie

The upper Mauricie region, homeland of Félix Leclerc, is much appreciated by lovers of the great outdoors

Chalets des pins

Lodge and lake are part of Quebec’s art-de-vivre, whether for a romantic getaway or for family gatherings.

Aviation La Tuque

Founded in 1947, this seaplane base is among the first ones in the East of Canada and the sole one in La Tuque. The base lies along the lakeshore of Lac-à-Beauce, only 2 km off route 155.

Domaine du Lac St-Pierre

Located in Louiseville, in Mauricie, the Domaine du Lac St-Pierre is a dream destination to break away from the daily grind and enjoy the magnificent and immense Lake Saint Pierre.

Auberge du Lac-à-l’Eau-Claire

The Lac-à-l’Eau-Claire resort provides the comfort of a gorgeous urban hotel transposed to the heart of a breathtaking environment.

Camp Taureau – Altaï Canada

In the heart of lac Taureau regional park, come experience the great outdoors through summer or winter activities. The main traditional lodge is entirely built from white pine and offers all the comfort you need with its 14 rooms, library, […]

Pourvoirie Club Odanak

Located on territory belonging to the Atikamekw nation, Club Odanak Outfitter and Lodge respects the values and traditions embraced by this Amerindian community.

Amishk Aventures Amérindiennes

Discover a place where boreal wilderness and Indigenous culture naturally blend together. Only an hour’s drive from Montreal, Amishk Aboriginal Adventures provides a complete and authentic immersive experience.

La Mauricie National Park

La Mauricie National Park, the only Canadian National Park between Montreal and Quebec City, contains not only a large variety of flora and fauna, but also a portion of the Canadian Shield.

Pourvoirie Club Hosanna

Established in 1936, La Pourvoirie Club Hosanna is a family business located on 130 km2 of lush forest land replete with flora and fauna.

Les Aventures Liguoriennes

In wintertime, when the snow blankets the landscape, David, Marie-Hélène and their team get ready to welcome the first adventurers on the grounds of their family farm. A pack of 30 canine athletes—Alaskan huskies trained for competitive events—are eager to go dogsledding with you.

Mauricie Outfitters Association

With listings including some fifty outfitters, the Nature Mauricie website offers visitors an abundance of choices.

Auberge de la Montagne Coupée

In Saint-Jean-de-Matha, the Auberge Montagne Coupée is known for its cozy comfort and cordial atmosphere.

Hôtel Sacacomie

Sacacomie Lodge, in Saint-Alexis-des-Monts, is at one with nature. Set in the midst of a magnificent landscape, the log building has earned its international reputation through the hospitality of its staff and its locally-sourced cuisine.

Parc de la rivière Batiscan

Sport and nature lovers will benefit from discovering Parc de la rivière Batiscan. With its waterfalls, rapids and pools, the waterway running through this 400-acre park offers contrasting scenery.

Baluchon Eco-Resort, Le

A mecca of relaxation in the Mauricie region and an upscale, internationally-renowned establishment, le Baluchon welcomes guests to this natural 24 km2 setting in perfect harmony with its own environmental values.

Pourvoirie Pavillon Basilières

Only an hour and a half’s drive from Montreal, Pavillon Basilières Outfitter offers total peace of mind to focus on its speciality —trout fishing. Whether it’s brook trout, rainbow trout, brown trout or splake that tickles your fancy, you can fish them out during a day trip or stay-over.

Tourisme Shawinigan

Shawinigan is a compelling place in terms of both urban and natural assets! Spoiled by magnificent landscapes, this urban center has other assets waiting to be discovered in its downtown core.

Bonjour Nature

You don’t need a car to get away from the urban madness and delve into Lanaudière’s welcoming nature. No more car rental or scheduling with friends to go out and get some fresh air.