Parc de la Chute-Montmorency is located only a few minutes away from downtown Québec City, facing Île d'Orléans and bordering the Côte-de-Beaupré region.

Parking

P1 – All visitors (individuals and groups) are invited to access Parc de la Chute-Montmorency through the main parking area, at the foot of the waterfall. Itinerary

P2 – Parking area at the top of the waterfall. Itinerary

P3 – Located on the Boischatel side. Itinerary

Public charging stations for electric vehicles

A level 2 charging station is available at the Station parking lot - P1 (bottom of the waterfall) and one other level 2 station is available at the Manoir parking lot - P2 (top of the waterfall). Details

Public transit

• The Réseau de transport de la Capitale (RTC) serves Parc de la Chute-Montmorency through different routes.
• Unitours offers a shuttle service from Old Québec City.

By bike

• The Corridor du Littoral bike path takes you right to the Parc de la Chute-Montmorency entrance. There’s an access point set aside for cyclists, as well as bike racks at their disposal. You must bring your own padlock. Please note that no bicycles are allowed inside buildings or aboard the cable car.

Opening Hours

The outdoor part of the site is accessible all year round. To enjoy your experience to the fullest, check out the feature activities schedule.

Rates and online reservation

It is strongly recommended that you purchase your daily access and parking online. This guarantees you access to the site and will ensure a smoother arrival at the site.

Please note that daily access and parking fees do not apply during periods when the site remains accessible but no services are offered.

Important

Parking fees and individual access fees* apply for all. Please note that Parc de la Chute-Montmorency is not a Québec national park. The Annual Parcs Québec Network Card doesn’t provide access to the site.

*Residents of the Communauté métropolitaine de Québec are able to access the site free of charge by presenting proof of residence or an annuel pass. Procedures to receive an annual pass : Fill out the application form (in French only) and email it to abonnementpcm@sepaq.com. We will then contact you so you can pick up your pass directly at the park. If you are unable to complete the form online, please call 418-663-3330, extension 4816.

Dogs are allowed in Parc de la Chute-Montmorency, under certain conditions. Guide dogs and service dogs are allowed everywhere.

Condition and regulation

Don’t leave this historic site without a souvenir! The Manoir Montmorency and Station shops offer a wide choice of clothing and other items designed in Québec.

Schedule

A great way to immerse yourself in the beauty of Parc de la Chute-Montmorency before actually traveling there, this virtual visit allows you to explore the site, crisscross the trails, take the cable car, and even go inside the Manoir and check out the reception halls.

Virtual visit

Sépaq wishes you an unforgettable outdoor experience and invites you to be Careful by nature!

Here are a few important do’s and don’ts:

• All waste must be disposed of in the appropriate places.
• Under certain conditions, your dog could be allowed in some establishments. However, no other domestic animals are allowed. Please consult our Domestic animals section.
• In order to avoid affecting the visitors’ experience and wildlife, Sépaq prohibits the use of drones for recreational purposes at the establishments that it manages. Find out more
• You would like to plan a film shoot or a photo session? Contact us
• No bicycles are allowed inside buildings or aboard the cable car.

Regulations and useful information

Will it rain or shine? Check our weather forecast.

Québec City
Québec City is only 10 minutes by car from Parc de la Chute-Montmorency. Year-round, it's a real must-see. Let yourself be charmed by its little streets and historic buildings. Enjoy its many cultural activities and different restaurants. A little bit of Europe in North America!

Orléans Island
The bridge to Orléans Island This link will open in a new window. is just across from Montmorency Falls. It's an invitation to go there! The island is truly a garden for Québec City with its diversity of farm landscapes. It also has well preserved heritage and historic sites, not to mention delicious local produce.

Côte-de-Beaupré
East of the park is Côte-de-Beaupré -a shoreline region with a wide range of tourism attractions for lovers of culture, heritage, adventure, and nature. Drive along Route de la Nouvelle-France, visit museums and interpretation centres, and admire the rolling countryside. And for hikers, whatever their level of ability, 200 km of trails cut through this area.

Aquarium du Québec
Aquarium du Québec is a must-see attraction in the National Capital area. Among the 10,000 specimens representing hundreds of different species of marine mammals, fish, invertebrates and amphibians, you’re sure to discover something you’ve never seen before! No matter what the weather, all year round our activities and exhibits promise a full day of fun and discovery.

Charlevoix Transit Train
Parc de la Chute-Montmorency is happy to welcome the Charlevoix Transit Train to its station. This rail link takes passengers through a 85 kilometres of panoramic landscapes between Québec City and Baie-Saint-Paul. Watch it head out of the station several times a week, or if you’re a passenger, take advantage of the occasion to enjoy the panoramic circuit including the cable car ride, the suspension bridge and the panoramic stairs.

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Are you planning a stay in the region? You can easily find a large choice of quality hotels within a few minutes’ distance of Parc de la Chute-Montmorency.

You can extend your Sépaq experience with a stay at Auberge Duchesnay, a four-star hotel located in nature’s midst, approximately 45 minutes away from Parc de la Chute-Montmorency.

Hôtel Hampton inn & Suites Beauport / Hilton
1-833-663-9555
hampton.com

Hôtel Sleep Inn & Suites Québec Est
1-877-922-4777
choicehotels.com

Hôtel Manoir Victoria
1-800-463-6283
manoir-victoria.com

Hôtel Palace Royal
1-800-567-5276
hotelsjaro.com

Hôtel Plaza Québec
1-800-567-5276
hotelsjaro.com

Hôtel Québec
1-800-567-5276
hotelsjaro.com

Hôtel Québec Inn
1-800-567-5276
hotelsjaro.com

Hôtel Must
1-800-567-5276
hotelsjaro.com

Hôtel Lindbergh
1-800-567-5276
hotelsjaro.com

Auberge Québec
1-800-567-5276
hotelsjaro.com

Hôtel Château Laurier Québec
1-800-463-4453
hotelchateaulaurier.com

Hôtel Château Bellevue
1-877-849-1877
hotelvieux-quebec.com

Quebec City Marriott Downtown
1-866-694-4004
marriott.fr

Hôtel 71
1-888-692-1171
hotel71.ca

Auberge Le Saint-Pierre
1-888-268-1017
auberge.qc.ca

Littoral Hôtel et Spa
1-877-661-6901
littoralhotelspa.com

Manoir du lac Delage
1-888-202-3242
lacdelage.com

Hôtel Sépia
1-800-463-6603
hotelsepia.ca

Hôtel & Suites Le Dauphin
1-800-668-5911
dauphinquebec.com

Hôtel Universel
1-800-463-4495
hoteluniversel.qc.ca

Hôtel Ambassadeur
1-800-363-4619
hotelambassadeur.ca

Hôtel & Suites Normandin
1-800-463-6721
hotelnormandin.com

N Hôtel Québec
1-855-666-1226
hotelnormandin.com

Auberge Saint-Antoine
1-888-692-2211
saint-antoine.com

DoubleTree by Hilton Quebec Resort
418-627-8008
doubletreequebec.com

Hôtel Nomad
1-877-691-1884
hotelnomad.ca

Les chalets sur le Cap
418-931-8939
leschaletssurlecap.com

Au Toit Bleu
418-931-8939
gitescanada.com

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