4.5Omega Park(1.668 reviews) - Terrific day adventure for out-of-town guests Saturday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
Parc Oméga, a unique family experience in the heart of nature, culture and history of Quebec. Located approximately 1 hour from Montreal, Ottawa, Laurentian and Tremblant Parc Oméga lets you discover the wildlife of Canada such as moose, elk, bison, wolves and bears all within their natural environment. Open year-round, the park offers several activities for all ages such as animations, picnic areas, hiking trails... for a unique and unforgettable day. Discover the history of our nation through the colonization and first nations trail. .See more..
5.0Vallée Bras-du-Nord(737 reviews) - Two boys in tow. Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
With 80 km of trails for hiking and snowshoeing, 100 km of mountain biking paths including 65 km of singletracks and a 17.5 km river run, Vallée Bras-du-Nord is the ideal outdoor destination! We also offer activities such as canyoning, via ferrata, fat bike and back-country skiing.See more..
With an area of 50 hectares, the Centre de la nature is one of the most remarkable urban parks of the Greater Montreal area. The park offers a myriad of attractions, outdoor activities and cultural events throughout the year.See more..
3.5Parc Safari(410 reviews) - A nice experience for the whole family Nature & Wildlife Areas
Since July 15, 1972, twelve million guests have discovered a piece of Africa at Parc Safari. In 40 years, Parc Safari has embellished its grounds, diversified its activities and invested continuously to improve and maintain exceptional life conditions for its residents, 500 animals of 75 different species.The Olduvai elevated walkway let's you observe the macaques easily, while the glass tunnels put you at eye level with our white lions!The Farm of the Five Continents presents to you domesticated animals from all over the world and let's you enjoy a camel or poney ride. Our water park now comprises five areas: pools, beaches, tube ride, water slides and games. There is also the Deer Trail, the Afrika Terrasse (giraffes are awaiting your treats!), Safari Aventure, shows, rides and so much more! Our mission is to protect and preserve endangered species as well as educate our guests about them, while creating a unique City of recreation, fun and environmental awareness for the whole family. Guided by a passionate team, Parc Safari is striving to become ever more beautiful and complete for you our guests! Come see us this summer!See more..
4.5Parc National Du Fjord-du-Saguenay(339 reviews) - Gorgeous Baie-Sainte-Marguerite - Belugas! Spent More than 3 hours National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas
We camped at Baie-Sainte-Marguerite for three nights, and it was an unforgettable experience. Our campsite was on the water, so we had a fantastic view of the tide coming and going, beautiful sunsets, and gorgeous starry nights. It was a short walk to the lookout with the beluga interpreter. We could climb down to the beach from our campsite, where we swam and watched the belugas playing for hours. They were so close we could hear the sound of their breathing! The walk in is 2.3km, but it's a nice gravel pathway with just a few small hills - I would consider a bicycle on a future trip. The park rents carts, which we didn't know in advance. We were quite pleased to discover that we didn't need to pack everything in on our own backs. The only hitch is that you have to take everything across the suspension bridge by hand and then repack into a different cart. We were also a bit surprised to find a very nice pavillion with flush toilets and a large room with tables and a sink where we could do dishes. We were lucky to have good weather but it was nice to know that there was a place to go for shelter if the weather turned ugly. Overall, an amazing experience and we plan to do it again.See more..
4.0Zoo Ecomuseum(225 reviews) - GREAT ENJOYMENT AT EXCELLENT VALUE Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Nature & Wildlife Areas
The Ecomuseum Zoo is the one and only outdoor zoo on the island of Montreal. It is home to Québec's most impressive animals species, such as Black Bears, wolves, lynx, otters, eagles, reptiles and amphibians.See more..
4.0Bioparc(173 reviews) - Loved it Temporarily closed - Closed until May 22, 2023 Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
The Bioparc is an animal park who is home to forty native animal species of the Gaspesie in a setting that evokes their natural environments. Along the outdoor trail, the guest can experiment discovery activities and assist at animals mealtime. Also at Bioparc: several activities and seaside cottages rental.See more..
We visited in the end of July. It has restricted access. You can view online if it’s open or not. They only allow 1/3 of the capacity and some trails are 1 way. We did the red trail and came back through blue/green. The red trail was intermediate and a good workout and the view was definitely worth it. We will definitely come back again.See more..
We visited the place twice! Even though the first time we did not manage to experience what we came for, namely, hand fishing (because we came after 5 pm, it was closed), we still did not regret a bit. We saw the beautiful huskies, very friendly, eager to play and pose for photos! The second time we properly booked our visit in advance. Our guide Leana (also speaks English) took us on a private tour along a trail to the place on the mountain forest stream where the fish stays during the daytime. Our kids (5 y.o. and 10 y.o.) caught 4 trouts and were so happy! Leana told us a lot of interesting facts about the fish, the bisons who live nearby (unfortunately we only saw them from a long distance) and the first nations. We were excited to see a real tipi there as well, and even got inside. We enjoyed the day! And the trout happened to be delicious :)See more..
4.0Ferme 5 Étoiles(124 reviews) - The whales passing by saved the experience Saturday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Zoos
You are invited to live a unique and unforgettable experience on our nature site, which is situated a mere 15 minutes, by car, from Tadoussac. You will live a memorable «getaway» experience with family and/or friends with the discovery of domesticated and wild animals, summer and winter activities, and all of this on our unique site.See more..
4.5Canyon des Portes de l'Enfer(117 reviews) - Absolutely loved it! Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Canyons
The Canyon des Portes de l'Enfer (hell's gate canyon) in Saint-Narcisse-de-Rimouski begins with the Grand Sault waterfall and stretches nearly five miles between steep and narrow rock walls up to 90 metres high. A network of easy-to-intermediate hiking trails, from 1 to 14 kilometres, leads to stunning panoramic views and a 63-metre high suspended footbridge, the highest in Quebec. Experience the descent to hell's gate: 300 steps leading down to the Riviere Rimouski - and back up again!At the far end of the trail system is the Chaud waterfall, another 20-metre cascade.A restaurant, a one-star campground and a 8.5-Kilometre bike path are also available for visitors to this magnificent natural site.See more..
4.5Ile aux Lievres(113 reviews) - beautiful eco-tourist day Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
Île aux Lièvres, an incredible hiker’s paradise!Tapered at the ends, this island reminds some of a ship, while others consider it the world’s smallest continent! An impressive 13 kilometers in length, it cannot be fully explored in one day. Discover natural lookouts, explore deserted beaches edged in brier roses, find a seal dozing on the upper part of the beach… Both wild and inviting, Île aux Lièvres will enchant you.Ten kilometers across the water from Rivière du Loup, Île aux Lièvres is one of the best kept secrets of the estuary! Get there in just twenty minutes aboard a Duvetnor boat. The network of hiking trails is vast and diverse (45 km), with trails ranging in difficulty from novice to expert, the level of each clearly marked on the map you will receive upon landing. As a bonus, there are no dangerous animals, no stinging plants (no poison ivy, in particular), and far fewer mosquitoes than on the coast. Plus, refreshing ocean breezes, dwarf forests, escarpments, endless beaches, driftwood… And yes-scores of memories to be made (camera a must)!See more..
4.5Domaine Saint-Bernard(88 reviews) - The Chickadees have landed!! Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Lookouts • Hiking Trails
1500 Acres Of Protected Nature For Enjoying Outdoor, Cultural And Educational Activities, Events, Workshops, Astronomy, Ornithology And Accommodation Available On Site.See more..
I went with my 12 an 9 year old kids and they Loved it! Feeding the chipmunks, the squirrels, chickadees an seeing the wonders of nature in all its glory was a great way to spend the day! The price to go around is super cheap which makes it a great activity to enjoy anytime. Bring your camera if you enjoy taking pictures, bring a picnic for you and bird seeds for your new animal companions that stroll in the woods. Watch where you step because chipmunks run everywhere and around your feet. You'll have a great time! See more..
4.5Réserve Faunique de Matane(82 reviews) - Beautiful Campsites! Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
Recognized first and foremost for its exceptionally rich wildlife, the Matane Wildlife Reserve offers nearly 1300 km2 (500 sq. mi.) of breathtaking panoramas combining mountains and deep valleys crisscrossed by numerous waterways. The reserve offers over 100 km (60 mi.) of hiking trails. Look for changes in the vegetation as you hike along the Mont Blanc trail, and feast your eyes on the spectacular mountain scenery along the International Appalachian Trail. If you like wild berries, you can pick juicy raspberries in season during your stay on the wildlife reserve. The 2-km long (1.2-mi.) Étang à la Truite pond awaits you for a lovely kayaking excursion. Who knows-you might spot moose in their natural habitat as you paddle. Wildlife observation is the featured activity in the Matane Wildlife Reserve. Mud flats allow enthusiasts to observe moose. The Étang-à-la-Truite Interpretation Centre is a must for those wishing to learn more about this impressive animal. Over 150 species of birds can also be observed in the reserve. Enjoy a stay at the Matane Wildlife Reserve in a campground or cabin. Spend a day or longer on the reserve and get the most out of your experience by exploring this exceptional wildlife territory, where moose roam freely.See more..
The Cap Tourmente National Wildlife Area is the natural site par excellence to get in touch with wildlife and it's less than 45 minutes from Quebec City. Come and discover its breathtaking landscape on foot, along 20 km of hiking trails. The Cap Tourmente is a major Canadian bird-watching site. It's also a staging area for one-of-a-kind Greater Snow Geese, which flock there by the thousands every spring and fall. Did you know? 306 bird species have been identified in the National Wildlife Area. Also available, quaricycle rental, interpretive activities, controlled hunt program and much more.See more..
4.5Chouette a voir!(71 reviews) - Outstanding Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
We wish you a great day within the largest collection for live birds of prey in Quebec. Observe birds in their enclosures, visit the rehabilitation complex, watch bird in flight presentations, look for owl statuettes hidden throughout forest trails and have the chance to witness the release of a wild bird. We are opened on weekends from August 28th to Otober 10th, from 9 AM to 4 PM Visit our website for more information!See more..
We stumbled upon the Chute Kabir Kouba accidentally after lunch and what a delightful find. The Kabir Kouba waterfall is part of the St Charles river trail, but you can walk and view just this section of the trail. If you park your car in the parking area behind the restaurant Sagamite, you will see the beginning of a long series of stairs which end at the pool of the waterfall. You then cross a wooden bridge and climb up another series of stairs, the top of which is the main road. If you turn left, you can loop back to the carpark. It was a short, fun activity.See more..
5.0Aventuraid(63 reviews) - unforgettable experience Nature & Wildlife Areas
Upon arrival overwhelmed by the peace and relaxed atmosphere that hangs there. we could have stayed for days. The kids loved the wolves. They also found small bunnies and chipmunks. Nice campfire made and watching the wolves when the sun goes down. The next day our acquaintance with the wolves, very impressive! 1 wolf had my vest and almost my wrist so you have to keep on watching and it is of course really wild animals. We stayed in the cottage Láffut and this was very nice. Thin mattresses but everything very clean. Sanitary building is also very clean.See more..
4.0Jardin des Glaciers(60 reviews) - The "shell" beach Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Nature & Wildlife Areas
This place is temporarily closed The Jardin des glaciers, situated by the St. Lawrence River and in the heart of a World Biosphere Reserve, is an integrated site for interpretation, exploration and education, whose values rely on scientific content, and is set in an unusual and exceptional environment. It deals with the Ice Age, climactic changes and the migration of first peoples. It does this by proposing three distinct experiences: the MULTIMEDIA ZONE, the NATURE ZONE, and the ADRENALIN ZONE.See more..
I reserved the special private tour. It takes place at 8:30 am, an hour and a half before the opening of the park. Our tour guide Marie-Fredérique was perfectly bilingual and very knowledgeable. She was also very accommodating, a real gem! We started the tour with a walk around the closest pens with birds. All the animals were out and about since it was early and cool. We met a friendly porcupine named Chewbaca and fed him some almonds, we continued our visit to finally come to the moose pen, where we were let in and fed them some apples, it was absolutely fabulous. We were also given the chance to visit the nursery, kitchen and hospital. We had our wonderful guide for 4 1/2 hours. This is a wonderful experience, a must for every animal lover.See more..
What a amazing place for nature and photogrsphers alike.great walking paths but a little tough in the winter,but still fun.its my go to place and they even have a small bistro place to eat.the staff is awesome and you can even go apple pickin when the season is inSee more..
4.5Eco-Odyssee(44 reviews) - Wonderful experience! Saturday: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
Located near the picturesque village of Wakefield, 30 minutes from Ottawa-Gatineau, you will discover beaver habitat while browsing a water maze (aboard a pedal boat or canoe) spread out over 6 km. We also have walking adventures (maze and walk in the wood).See more..
4.5Domaine Le Pic Bois(41 reviews) - Great experience ! Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
We got an excellent ranger Dénis, who told us about one hour about the live conditions and behauviour of the black bear in the forest. Later on we walkend in the forest and waited about half an hour when suddenly a mother with her 3 little ones came walked in front of us. Ten minutes later, a second mother with also 3 came to join her from a distance. Again 5 minutes later a single junger mother came and climbed immediately in the trees. Unforgetable experience.See more..
4.5Morgan Arboretum(40 reviews) - snow shoeing Nature & Wildlife Areas
This 605-acre arboretum is home to several animal species in addition to the countless number of trees and plants.See more..
3.5Pourvoirie du Lac Beauport(40 reviews) - Great adventure Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
We had a great time! We started on time they gave you a quick training and off you went! So much fun! I would recommend them for this activity! See more..
4.5Domaine des Nobles Alpagas(39 reviews) - Fascinating Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Nous vous proposons une visite guidée de nos installations d’élevage. À l’aide des panneaux d’interprétation, vous découvrirez : · L’origine de notre projet d’élevage, · L’origine des alpagas, · Les différentes espèces d’alpagas : vous verrez une peau de chacune d’entre elles, · La physionomie des alpagas, en débutant par les membres importants pour suivre avec les plus petits. Vous verrez entre autres leur dentition sur un crâne, de vrais onglons et l'outil utilisé pour les tailler. · Les caractéristiques de cette luxueuse fibre. Par le toucher, nous comparerons la laine et la fibre d’alpaga. · Objectif génétique à atteindre dans l’industrie d’élevage d’alpagas, · Visite des installations d’élevage et de la maternité en période des naissances. Qui sait, vous pourriez peut-être voir une mise bat ! · Puis, pour terminer, nous vous inviterons à découvrir la douceur et les qualités thermiques des vêtements et des accessoires en alpaga offerts dans la boutique intégrée à nos installationsSee more..
We managed only 10km of this trail because we were passing through on our way to a large national park, however that short walk gave us an idea of how good this long-distance path would be. Would love to do it from end to end one day.See more..
3.0Exotarium: Ferme de Reptiles(37 reviews) - Some reptiles looked bad. Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
We visited accidentally this place on our way to La maison lavande. Overall, it was a positive experience and our kids had a lot to learn. Maybe they lack on personnel because not all animals looked in great shape. See more..
Perfect place for camping, trailing and fishing. Make sure you have a picture of the map before you visit the place because you're signal on your phone will lose in 15- 20 minutes before you reach the place.See more..
Beautiful trails all around the pond(5km) easy access for everybody mobile or not,very suprising variety of birds and marsh life.A+See more..
4.5Sentier Eucher(31 reviews) - Fun for all ages! Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
Centennial Cross hike was fantastic! Beautiful scenery. Fantastic views. There is some challenging terrain so wear some comfortable hiking shoes. Water and some light snacks is recommended. Ideal when ground is dry. Can be quite treacherous otherwise.See more..
I took the 40 minutes Dog sled + skidoo package. We were two on a sled with 6 dogs. This was beautiful, and those dogs were so happy to run ! This has been a really nice initiation. Note : this is a sport and require good physical conditions. The Skidoo rental was at st Adele with a partner. This was also nice and easy. Overall this has been a super good experience with a very kind and helpful staff. Thanks !See more..
Get there early as it gets busy on the weekends! Very nice views from the top and challenging hike! The bathrooms were out of order, but there were porta pottys on site.See more..
If you love walking this parc is for you and the environment is exceptionnal, with falls and an interpretation of an old loging riverSee more..
4.5Pourvoirie Domaine Bazinet(28 reviews) - First time ice fishing was a (6.5 hour) blast! Nature & Wildlife Areas
We booked a stay here during the semaine de relache (Quebec March Break) and absolutely loved it. From the beautiful cabin to the great view of the frozen lake, everything was picturesque. The cabins open right onto the lake, which made it so easy to just walk out to the ice fishing area. They have several snowshoeing trails, including one that uses stuffed animals as trail markers. Our 4 year old loved that so much. We had the opportunity to see a red deer and some animals at the farm, hike to a frozen waterfall, go skating at their outdoor rink, tubing down the hill, snowshoeing and ice fishing (all this in 3 days/2 nights). Dinner at the restaurant was fantastic and the people were amazingly friendly and were very accommodating to the fact that I didn't speak much French. The staff went above and beyond, including when we got stuck in the snow on our arrival date and they sent their own plow to help us get up a tricky hill. This experience was so wonderful that my two boys (4 and 7) have already been asking if we can go back in the summer. We absolutely want to come back again and have been telling our friends about this place.See more..
4.0The Stanstead Stone Circle(28 reviews) - Nice Evening Visit Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks
We went here with friends who live in the area and even got to meet the man who originally built it. The stone circle is made out of granite stones from the nearby rock quarry of Stanstead and is worth a quick stop. There is a very nice walk by a creek through the trees and the bugs were almost non existent which was so nice for us. There is a small amount of signage in the area for some of the structures but it is fairly new so not much to say.See more..
4.5Les Sentiers De L'Escapade(27 reviews) - Nice Nature Hike Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks
Well maintained trails with lots of trees. Walk is shady and you can go all day or only for 30 minutes in the netwrok of trails. You can hike to the top and back from the ski hill of the sanctuary in less than 1 hour. There is a lookout at the top with a great view.See more..
4.5Parc de la Frayere(26 reviews) - A little treasure in Boucherville but please be respectful and pick up your own garbage Spent < 1 hour Nature & Wildlife Areas
A Beautiful nature park by the St Lawrence in Boucherville. Its a lovely walk probably 30 minutes much more if you pause and look around. there's a big pound full of different variety of birds.You can have a picnic.Its FREE. Please Please be respectful of others and pick up your own garbage this is my home town born and raised that I love.Thank-youSee more..
Hi in the beginning when I arrived it was different experiences. They traîner was too good . They tame the animal very nice . I was very happy in the way they introduced each Animal . Very nice experienceSee more..
Stopped in here on a whim. This nature park is has a few campsites and glamping structures but you can also just do a visit. It’s at the end of a long peninsula with a combination of sal marsh, sand dunes, boreal forest and red pine plantation. Even though we visited in the busiest tourist weeks, there was hardly any one there. We were welcomed and given all the info we needed then walked the 1.8 km trail along the salt marsh and through the dunes. Unfortunately we couldn’t stay any longer but we hope to return and stay overnight.See more..
We were 4 of us, hiking yesterday (since it was below zero, we could go in our microspikes instead of snowshoes). It was a fantastic day, lovely trails, good views, and not crowded. We went early and did both the orange and pink loops. The pink one seems more popular and is more spectacular, but it's worthwhile doing it all. The price is very reasonable. Facilities are few: 10 pairs of snowshoes for rent, a few drinks and snacks to buy, and indoor toilets when the center is manned, which seems to be on the weekends. I had never even heard of this place, but will surely be back.See more..
4.5Parc Decouverte Nature(22 reviews) - Fun family day activity! Nature & Wildlife Areas
Dive into the all new interactive Acoatica at Parc Découverte Nature! The lifecycle of a fish is filled with challenges which must be overcome in order to ensure its survival. The Acoatica experience will allow you to better understand its encounters and, above all, adopt a responsible behavior. Your objective through this huge video game will be to create the largest reef of fish by collecting as many points as possible in the various indoor and outdoor adventures. You will therefore set off on an adventure in the immersive, fishing, epicurean, survival and entertaining areas. The more you perform, the more fish you will accumulate and the better their chances of survival. You will have helped save an endangered species of fish by meeting the many challenges of Acoatica.When technology meets the outdoors, it gives birth to Acoatica, an experience that allows you to dive in the world of fish without getting wet! Live a larger-than-life experience… Will you be there?See more..
4.0Sentier des Caps(21 reviews) - Snowshoeing Spent < 1 hour Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
Great trails for beginners and advanced hikers. Not much to see in between views, but the wilderness is waiting to be discovered by those who wish to see it.See more..
4.0Pourvoirie St-Zenon(21 reviews) - Best Astronomy Location close to Montreal. Saturday: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas
I have been to the Pourvoirie St-Zénon for the past 4 years for over 100 times, and I would highly recommend you a visit if you like the night sky. Numerous astronomy activities are organized throughout the summer and fall seasons. All employees are super kind and helpful... can't be better!See more..
Of the many bays and coves along the St. Lawrence River, this is the prettiest one, bar none, but somewhat off the beaten track. As you get closer to the river, the narrow country road can be a bit delicate to negotiate, especially when there is some oncoming traffic. But not to worry, there's hardly any, and it will be worth the relatively short drive of about 3 kilometers. Many come to the cove for a picnic or to sunbath on the rocks, others like to hike the lovely and peaceful forest trails up into the hills, and still others just to watch the incoming and outgoing tides. What a glorious scenery when the fall colors are reflected in the sometimes mirror-like bay in early mid-October.See more..
4.5Parc côtier Kiskotuk(19 reviews) - Nature trail at its best Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours State Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas
Kiskotuk: Land revealed at low tide, in Maliseet Parc côtier Kiskotuk is nearly 30 kilometres of breathtaking coastal scenery – where the St. Lawrence Estuary, mountains, marshes and islands come together in perfect harmony with farms and fields. The park is organized around seven Discovery Areas distributed along the coast in the municipalities of Cacouna, L’Isle-Verte and Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs (Île Verte) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region of Quebec. Come fall under the spell of the St. Lawrence and breathe the salt breeze off the estuary as you enjoy the many outdoor activities available in the park or stay in the cabins and campsites surrounded by captivating landscapes!See more..
4.5Parc Jack Layton(17 reviews) - Small Beautiful Place Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks
This is a small beautiful place with great views of the Ottawa river. There are lots of benches where you can sit and enjoy the place and the view. There is nothing else to do there as the place, as I said, is very small. But it’s free and clean and nice. If you’re lucky and there is no noisy people around or nobody else doing BBQ and filling the place with smoke (which was the case when we went), you will have a really enjoyable experience by the water. One suggestion: there is a nice parking lot there, but it’s only for residents and there is a warning of 250$ fine (Apparently Hudson parking is more expensive than downtown Montreal). So, if you don’t mind walking 5 minutes, park at the train station, where is free, and take a stroll to the park and save.See more..
