Parc national du Mont-Saint-Bruno

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Parc national du Mont-Saint-Bruno is just a few kilometres from the Montréal metropolitan area. Five lakes, an orchard, a historic mill and dozens of kilometres of trails make this park a true island of nature in an urban environment. Hundreds of species of flowers, trees and plants fill the area. Every breath you take brings a new perfume and every breeze carries this blend of very special scents only found in the forest. Some 200 bird species and about 40 mammal species share the territory. Encounters you can expect, summer and winter alike.

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Hiking

A 27-km network of trails circles the following lakes: Lac Seigneurial, Lac des Bouleaux, Lac des Atocas, Lac du Moulin and Lac de la Tortue. A new 3.5-km hiking trail, which starts at the Discovery and Visitors Centre, offers a more rustic alternative. You can also hike a shorter 1.5 km loop within this circuit.

Table of trails

General map of the park (in French only) (pdf: 586 KB)

Period: April 1 to November 30, 2010

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Apple Picking

There are several crisp and succulent varieties of apples you can pick at the park orchard. Apples, regional produce and delicious home-made pastries are also on sale at the outdoor kiosk near the Discovery and Visitors Centre. A shuttle service between the parking lot and the orchard is available free of charge.

Group reservations with organized activities: For information, go to the park's reception counter or call 450 653-7544.

The IRDA (Institut de recherche et de développement en agroenvironnement) is in charge of environmental management of the park orchard.

Period: late August to mid-October

Apple-picking hours: Tuesday to Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and weekends and civic holidays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Cross Country Skiing

A 35-km network of mechanically groomed trails (with 27 km of classic cross country skiing trails and 8 km of skate skiing trails) promises hours of fun. Two warming huts are available to give you a well-deserved break. Evening skiing is available on certain weeknights. The cross country ski school, managed by the Montériski Ski Club, is open to everyone.

Table of trails

Map of trail (in French only) (pdf: 390 KB)

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Downhill Skiing

Ski Mont-Saint-Bruno welcomes skiing buffs of all levels. The ski area is in the park's northwest corner and has 15 runs. There is also a ski shop and the biggest ski school in Québec, where beginners of all ages can learn these thrilling sports.

Period: December to March

Map of trails

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Snow Walking

A 3.5 km trail, which includes a shorter 1.5 km loop, is available for rustic winter walks. You can also enjoy the beautiful days of winter on a 7+ km walking trail that circles Lac Seigneurial. This trail is on a service road, also used by cars.

Period: December to March

Map of trails (in French only) (pdf: 390 KB)

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The School of Nature

A place for conservation and education, Parc national du Mont-Saint-Bruno is a laboratory in a natural setting. Come to class with our dedicated park wardens or welcome them to your school! The beauty, integrity, and cultural/historical characteristics of this territory have inspired six recreational/educational activities. Aimed at elementary, high school or college students, these activities will help them get in touch with their environment, make them understand its fragility, and take them through a memorable real-world experience ...

Consult the brochure Explore. Discover. Learn (in French only) (pdf: 1.16 MB)

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