Summertime and the great outdoors!
MOVE, BREATHE, GO ON AN ADVENTURE
LA MAURICIE NATIONAL PARK
Lakes, waterfalls, forests… Explore this immense park to take in the raw beauty of nature’s landscapes in the wild. Experience authentic lakeshore camping and splash into lake fun as you travel on a canoe and leave all worries behind.
SHAWINIGAN, A FOOT IN THE WILDERNESS
Shawinigan is a great place to set up your base camp from where you can go on an adventure into the nearby wilderness. The St.-Maurice River and La Mauricie National Park will be your playgrounds. Nature as far and wide as you can see.
AVIATION LA TUQUE
Take in the magnificent vistas of Haute-Mauricie’s landscapes and the immensity of it all from high up in the sky. Aviation La Tuque offers you this chance. Seaplane tours lasting 20, 30, 45 minutes or an hour in planes that can carry 4 to 6 people. The seaplanes have windows all around to let you enjoy the panorama.
PARC DE LA RIVIÈRE BATISCAN
Fancy a walk by the river and some fresh air? Kilometers of outdoor fun await you. Hiking, biking, geocaching or interpretive walks, you are spoilt for choice here. Kick it up a notch with the via ferrata and the aerial treetop course.
KINIPI NORDIC SPA & ACCOMMODATION
KiNipi welcomes you to enjoy a full range of spa services in a relaxing setting. Try thermotherapy with alternating hot and cold baths, indulge yourself with a massage or a facial/body treatment. Top it off with fine dining and why not stay over to relive this day again?
FOREST INNS AND OUTFITTERS
AUBERGE DU LAC-À-L’EAU-CLAIRE
Nature lovers will find their Eden in this lakeshore resort deep in the Laurentian forest. Activities abound, whether it’s on the go or in a package. Try out canoeing, fishing, or you can also ride an ATV quad or set off on a black bear observation guided tour. Make the most of the spa services to relax. You can dine onsite and sample the local ingredients before calling it a day.
AUBERGE DU LAC TAUREAU
Its characteristic architecture makes this resort stand out majestically on the lakeshore of Lake Taureau. The lake boasts 45 islands and 32 km of sandy shores. This is an incredible scenery in which to swim and partake in other water sports. On land, trails abound to hike, ride in quads or on horseback.
AUBERGE REFUGE DU TRAPPEUR
In the vicinity of La Mauricie National Park, Auberge Refuge du Trappeur embarks visitors on a journey deep into the culture and traditions of the province’s eleven Indigenous nations. It also houses a museum dedicated to Quebec’s wildlife. Guided tours are also available to explore the great outdoors.
CAMP TAUREAU
Nature rhymes with adventure at Camp Taureau! Outdoor activities to enjoy the sun, good food to replenish yourself and cozy inn rooms or lakeshore cabins to take a well-deserved rest.
CLUB ODANAK
At the heart of Nitaskinan, the ancestral lands of the Atikamekw, Club Odanak outfitter share their Indigenous culture and know-how for hunting & fishing. Even the duvet covers are handmade by a craftswoman in Wemotaci.
DOMAINE BAZINET
Both an outfitter and a nature resort, Domaine Bazinet offers a wide range of activities for the whole family. Several packages and accommodation options are available. Whether you intend to go fishing or just relax, enjoy the comfort of the lakeshore inn or the log cabins. On the menu: smoked trout and other delicacies.
DOMAINE DU LAC ST-PIERRE
Lake Saint-Pierre is recognized as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO and has a rich ecosystem of marshes, islets and bays. Outdoor enthusiasts will have much to explore by boat. Embark on a water safari, and be it by paddle or by motor, make your way through an outstanding scenery!
SACACOMIE HOTEL
This lakeshore resort is made up of huge logs peeking out of the forests, like a magical wooden castle. Summer activities include hiking, canoeing, rabaskaw guided tours, seaplane tours, ATV quad trails or black bear observation. Enjoy the lake vista from the outdoor spa!
KANAMOUCHE
Open since 1945, this outfitter provides an authentic and rich experience amidst the beautiful backdrop of Lake Carmel. Warm log cabins, surrounded by old pines and spruce, provide for comfortable stays. Summer activities include trout fishing, water sports on the lake and toasting marshmallows around a campfire.
LA SEIGNEURIE DU TRITON
This mythical private hunting and fishing outfitter is accessible only by boat or seaplane, and it marvellously combines a rustic outlook with prestige on a preserved spot of heavenly beauty. Outdoor activities and nature adventures abound, for instance, gazing at the stars that map the celestial vault on a clear night.
LE BALUCHON ECO-RESORT
This eco-resort welcomes you to kick back. Spoil yourself with a massage on the water or under the trees. Nordic baths and yoga retreats are also at hand. On the menu: local flavors.
POURVOIRIE CLUB HOSANNA
Spanning 110 km2, the charming family outfitter welcomes fishing enthusiasts and holidaymakers. Lakeshore cottages and log cabins provide the perfect base for your outdoors activities. All the fishing gear is provided and the fishing season lasts until early October.
POURVOIRIE DU LAC BLANC
Renowned for its trout fishing, this family outfitter which has been handed over from father to son, offers a warm family welcome. Choose your pick amongst several guided tours: trapping, observing black bears, rabaskaw canoeing or exploring Indigenous culture. Your seasoned, well-learned guides await!
POURVOIRIE PAVILLON BASILIÈRES
Absolute tranquility only an-hour-and-a-half drive from Montreal. Recenter and realign while you fish for trout on one of the six lakes. Several types of trout thrive in these lakes. Come in for the day or stay over in a fully equipped cabin in the midst of nature.
