For outdoor winter enthusiasts in Canada, there’s no better place to go where an abundance of snow is almost guaranteed, and unique activites are sure to be found.
If you want to try a new winter sport, then Hok skiing is for you! Also known as snowshoe skiing, Hok skiing is described as a cross between Nordic skiing and snowshoeing. This activity is offered at the Station touristique Duchesnay resort.
Downhill skiers, telemarkers, off-trail snowboarders and alpine touring skiers will be pleased to learn that the Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier has a new 100 hectare ski park. A shuttle, the Loup Express, now brings visitors to the start of the sentier des Loups trail.
Two new groomed glade run trails are now open at Stoneham Mountain Resort. One is at the intermediate level, and the other presents a pulse-pounding challenge for the truly brave.
A new 6 km (3.7 mile) snowshoeing trail has been laid out at Camp Mercier in the Réserve faunique des Laurentides wildlife preserve.
The region of Charlevoix offers some of the best skiing at Le Massif, however many are venturing to the mountains this year to try the new expanded rodelling track. For a truly unique experience, catch the exclusive train service from Quebec City, and enjoy breathtaking views of the St. Lawrence while enjoying wonderful local cuisine.
As well, both Quebec City and Montreal now offer the opportunity to sleep overnight on slabs of ice. The Hotel de Glace in Quebec City has been around since 2001, while the new Ice Hotel in Montreal has been part of the larger Snow Village since last year.
So lace up your boots, pop on your touque, and have a bon hiver in Quebec!