Snowshoeing

and Ski-hok

Winter Hiking at
the Montagne du Fort

The hiking trails of Montagne du Fort are accessible by snowshoe during the winter season. This intimate and magical territory offers a wide range of trails with the possibility to choose the right levels of difficulty. Also, this place is the perfect spot to try a new winter sport such as ski-hok.

Please note that the trails on the islands and on the shores of the reservoir are not open during the winter period.

Snowshoe and Ski-hok Rental

Thanks to our equipment rental service, it is possible to rent snowshoes or skis-hooks at a fixed price for any length of stay. For more information, please visit our equipment rental page.

Equipment rental

Discover the Ski-hok

Half-ski, half-snowshoe, the ski-hok gives you the opportunity to explore all kinds of snowy areas. Curious? Rent your pair and discover the Baie du Doré. Already initiated? The montagne du Fort will be your playground!

Map and Trail Names

  • Baie-Durand
  • Merisiers
  • Katimavik
  • Sommet
  • Crique

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Difficulty Levels

The hiking trails of the Montagne du Fort and Lac Cuillèrier sector are good for beginner, intermediate, and advanced hikers. The shortest trail that leads to a lookout is 1 km long. The longest is 5 kilometers. Now, we’re only talking about the hike in- not the return journey. Please plan your outing accordingly, especially during the winter season.

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Entry and Season

  • Free entry;
  • Located 5 km from the reception lodge;
  • Dogs on leashes are permitted;
  • No entry after dark;
  • Trails are open year-round, but not maintained in the winter;
  • Well-marked trails;
  • Parking lots are snow cleared and accessible to cars.

4 Seasons Cabins

Want to extend the pleasure? Rent one of our cabins for a complete outdoor experience without having too get out to much of your comfort zone.

About our cabins

  • Accueil - Le Bastion

  • The Prisme

    60 meters 1 minute by foot

  • The Grand-Héron

    200 meters 2 minutes by foot

  • The Tourterelle

    250 meters 4 minutes by foot

  • The Cardinal

    300 meter 4 minutes by foot

  • The Pic-Flamboyant

    300 meter 4 minute by foot

  • The Pic-Mineur

    400 meters 5 minutes by foot

  • The Grand-Pic

    400 meters 5 minutes by foot

  • 1 La Cigogne

    0,5 km ≈ 15 min

  • 2A Le Site des Pères

    2 km ≈ 40 min

  • 2C La Pointe des Pères

    2 km ≈ 40 min

  • 3A Le Site des Mauves

    1.3 km ≈ 30 min

  • 3B La Pointe des Mauves

    1.5 km ≈ 30 min

  • 6 La Sainte Paix

    1.6 km ≈ 30 min

  • 12A Le Cap du Soleil Couchant

    2.5 km ≈ 45 min

  • 12C La Pointe aux Harles

    2.5 km ≈ 45 min

  • 12D La Pointe aux Cerisiers

    2.5 km ≈ 45 min

  • 13 Le Soleil du Midi

    3.5 km ≈ 1h15

  • 20 Les Pieds dans le Sable

    1.6 km ≈ 30 min

  • 23A L'Aurore

    3 km ≈ 1h

  • 23B La Pointe à Bill

    3.7 km ≈ 1h15

  • 24 La Pointe du Couchant

    3.3 km ≈ 1h10

  • 25 La Retraite

    3 km ≈ 1h

  • 26 La Lagune

    4 km ≈ 1h20

  • 27A La Canopé

    4 km ≈ 1h20

  • Poisson blanc camping

    27B La Cigale

    5 km ≈ 1h30

  • 29 L'Île à la Loutre

    4 km ≈ 1h20

  • 31 Le Paradis

    4,5 km ≈ 1h30

  • 34 Le Katimavik

    4 km ≈ 1h20

  • 36 L'Entrée du Chenal

    4.9 km ≈ 1h40

  • 39 La Pointe aux Bleuets

    5.4 km ≈ 1h45

  • 40 L'Oasis

    5 km ≈ 1h30

  • 41A La Pointe de Granit

    6 km ≈ 2h

  • 41B L'Horizon

    7.5 km ≈ 2h15

  • 42A La Chanterelle

    6 km ≈ 2h

  • 42E L'Équateur

    7 km ≈ 2h

  • 44A L'Enclume

    9 km ≈ 3h

  • Parc régional Québec

    44B L'Évasion

    9 km ≈ 3h

  • 44C La Pointe à la Perdrix

    9 km ≈ 3h

  • 45A Le Parasol

    9 km ≈ 3h

  • 45B La Pointe aux Dorés

    9 km ≈ 3h

  • 47A La Pointe du Brochet

    9.1 km ≈ 3h

  • 47B La Terrasse

    9.1 km ≈ 3h

  • 47C La Pointe Ensoleillée

    10 km ≈ 3h20

  • 52A La Plage Cachée

    11 km ≈ 3h40

  • camping sauvage poisson blanc canot-camping

    52C Le Cap Siffleur

    11 km ≈ 3h40

  • 55A Le Lagon Bleu

    12.5 km ≈ 4h10

  • 55C Le Site de la Sand Bar

    13 km ≈ 4h20

  • 56 Le Rocher Fendu

    13.5 km ≈ 4h30

  • 59 La Pointe aux Bouleaux

    15 km ≈ 5h

  • 60 La Plage d'Or

    14 km ≈ 4h30

  • 63A Le Cap à la Tortue

    15 km ≈ 5h

  • 63B Le Site de la Paroi Éléphant

    15.2 km ≈ 5h

  • 63C La Péninsule

    15.5 km ≈ 5h10

  • 64 L'Île Mira

    15 km ≈ 5h

  • 65 L'Aube

    12,5 km ≈ 4h

  • 66A La Pointe aux Pins

    13 km ≈ 4h20

  • camping sauvage poisson blanc canot-camping

    66D Le Cap à l'Aigle

    13.5 km ≈ 4h30

  • 68 L'Île aux Voyageurs

    14 km ≈ 4h30

  • 70A La Petite Plage

    16.4 km ≈ 5h30

  • 70B La Grande Plage

    16.4 km ≈ 5h30

  • 70C La Pointe aux Chênes

    16.2 km ≈ 5h30

  • 70G La Citadelle

    14 km ≈ 4h30

  • 70K La Pointe de l'Épervier

    16.2 km ≈ 5h20

  • Le Site de la Plage

    6.5 km 10 minutes by car

  • Le Camp de Base

    6.7 km 10 minutes by car

  • Picnic Stop 8

    2 km ≈ 40 min

  • Picnic Stop 9

    2 km ≈ 40 min

  • Picnic Stop 10

    2.2 km ≈ 45 min

  • Picnic Stop 12B

    2.5 km ≈ 45 min

  • Picnic Stop 21

    1.5 km ≈ 30 min

  • Picnic Stop 22

    2 km ≈ 40 min

  • Picnic Stop 28B

    3.8 km ≈ 1h20

  • Picnic Stop 30B

    3.8 km ≈ 1h20

  • Picnic Stop 33C

    4.5 km ≈ 1h20

  • Picnic Stop 35

    4.5 km ≈ 1h20

  • Picnic Stop 38

    5 km ≈ 1h40 min

  • Picnic Stop 42B

    6.5 km ≈ 2h30

  • Picnic Stop 48

    10.5 km ≈ 3h30

  • Picnic Stop 49

    11 km ≈ 3h40 min

  • Picnic Stop 54C

    12 km ≈ 4h

  • Picnic Stop 55D

    13 km ≈ 4h20

  • Picnic Stop 55E

    13.5 km ≈ 4h40

  • Picnic Stop 57A

    14 km ≈ 5h

  • Picnic Stop 57B

    14 km ≈ 5h

  • Picnic Stop 66C

    14 km ≈ 5h

  • B2 Blocs des Pères

    0,7 km ≈ 30 min 2 boulders 11 problems from V1 to V7-8

  • PS42 Psicobloc du Chenal

    7 km ≈ 2h30 10 problems from V1 to V7-8

  • P42 Paroi Écho - Canot

    7 km ≈ 2h30 32 routes from 5.6 to 5.12

  • P42 Paroi Écho - Terre-ferme

    7 km ≈ 2h30 31 routes from 5.7 to 5.12

  • B44 Blocs du Chenal

    7,5 km ≈ 2h45 11 problems from V1 to V9

  • P45 Paroi Amiral

    9 km ≈ 3h 12 routes from 5.5 to 5.11

  • Paroi Éléphant Escalade Parc du Poisson Blanc

    P63 Paroi Éléphant

    15 km ≈ 5h 28 routes from 5.5 to 5.12

  • Plage du Rapide-du-Fort

    5,5km

  • Sentier des Merisiers

    around 1h15 Débutant

  • Sentier La Baie-Durand

    around 2h30 Intermédiaire

  • Sentier Katimavik

    Around 4 hours Intermédiaire

  • Sentier du Sommet

    Intermédiaire

  • Sentier du Crique

    around 4 hours Intermédiaire

  • Sentier du Chenal

    Intermédiaire

  • Sentier le Cap du Sud

    Intermédiaire

  • Sentier de l’Île en U

    Intermédiaire

  • Sentier de la Paroi Éléphant

    Débutant

  • Ice Skating

    100m 1 min

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