This winter, we're going to play outside!
Free access to national parks
Being active is good for your health! In fact, there’s nothing better than an outing in the most beautiful nature of Québec to enjoy all its benefits. That's why the Gouvernement du Québec is launching an initiative that will offer free access to Québec's national parks two days a week between December 28, 2022 and March 14, 2023.
Check the calendar for specific dates when access will be free of charge.
Limited quantity | Online booking required
Parc national du Mont-Tremblant
Québec's national parks are huge open-air playgrounds where you can enjoy a vast array of activities. To frisk about these magnificent territories without breaking the bank, why not consider booking for one of the days when access will be offered absolutely free of charge.
Access to the cross-country ski trails in Mont-Mégantic, Mont-Orford, Mont-Saint-Bruno, Mont-Tremblant, and Oka national parks, as well as to the dedicated fatbike trails in Mont-Orford and Oka national parks, will remain subject to a fee. Don't forget to purchase your ticket before every visit.
Here are the specific dates when you can take advantage of free access to Québec's national parks.
Note that you can book your daily access right up to 30 days before a visit.
| December 2022 | |
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Wednesday, December 28 Book now |
Thursday, December 29 Book now |
| January 2023 | |
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Tuesday, January 3 Book now |
Wednesday, January 4 Book now |
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Thursday, January 12 Book now |
Friday, January 13 Book now |
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Monday, January 16 Book now |
Tuesday, January 17 Book now |
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Tuesday, January 24 Book now |
Wednesday, January 25 Book now |
| February 2023 | |
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Wednesday, February 1 Book now |
Thursday, February 2 Book now |
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Thursday, February 9 Book now |
Friday, February 10 Book now |
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Thursday, February 16 Book now |
Friday, February 17 Book now |
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Monday, February 20 Book now |
Tuesday, February 21 Book now |
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Tuesday, February 28 Book as of January 30 |
Wednesday, March 1 Book as of January 31 |
| March 2023 | |
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Wednesday, March 8 Book as of February 7 |
Thursday, March 9 Book as of February 8 |
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Monday, March 13 Book as of February 12 |
Tuesday, March 14 Book as of February 13 |
Important reminders
You must book your daily access online to ensure admission to your favourite national park on the targeted date, as space is limited.
Youngsters 17 years of age and under accompanied by an adult are admitted free of charge to the national parks. They must still have an access permit.
Camp Mercier in Réserve faunique des Laurentides and Station touristique Duchesnay are not Québec national parks. Access to the winter trails in these destinations is subject to a fee at all times.
Frequently asked questions
Our team has compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions related to this initiative. Your answer may already be right here.
Free access, limited quantity
Online booking required