It’s a 23 km self-sufficient Nordic ski expedition with pulka (sled), which will take participants across the entire length of the Poisson Blanc Reservoir through its magnificent winter landscape. The expedition includes one night of winter camping at the halfway point.
Making your way in the snow across the vast reservoir, skirting its islands, in the silence and whiteness of Quebec’s winter landscapes – that’s what La Grande Traversée is all about. The aim of this winter expedition is to offer outdoor enthusiasts a challenging sporting event that is nevertheless accessible to those wishing to learn about winter camping and Nordic skiing in a wilderness setting, with the support of a technical team in case something goes wrong.
This year marks the eight edition of La Grande Traversée. The organizers are hoping to bring together 40 skiers to take on this challenge in a relaxed atmosphere, where everyone proceeds at their own pace, and where participants help each other out, if need be. Each participant is responsible for preparing his or her own food and equipment, and must be completely self-sufficient.
Interested in taking part in this event? We aim to open registrations on November 19, 2026, at 10:00 AM. In the meantime, we advise you to read the information sheet very carefully. Don’t sign up on a whim, because once you’ve bought a ticket, you can’t get a refund.
The Poisson Blanc Regional Park does not offer sled (pulks) or winter sleeping bag rentals for participants. However, if you live in the Greater Montreal area, LOCAPAQ offers sled rentals. As a Park client, you can enjoy a 20% discount on your rental by using the promo code LOCA-POISSONBLANC.
