Hiking is definitely the best way to discover Parc national du Mont-Orford. It's the perfect way to get access to numerous viewpoints, which are said to be among the most spectacular of the Eastern Townships region. In the fall, the forest presents a show featuring the flamboyant colours of the sugar maples. The park is notably home to white-tailed deer and Great Blue Heron, which you can observe in their natural habitat. There is also a large variety of amphibian and reptile species. Come winter, the park is a destination of choice for cross country skiing and snowshoeing fans.
This winter, Parc national du Mont-Orford opens its new snowshoeing trail for expert snowshoers. Le Cerf is a 13.2 km loop (via Sentier Z trail), which is accessible from the Visitors Centre. Besides views of Étang de la Cuvette, the trail also offers a panoramic 360-degree view of the magnificent Chênes Mountains.
