Winter in the Outaouais: must-see places
These Outaouais treasures will help you make the most of winter! From skating in the forest to going for a dogsled ride, from tasting chocolates to spending a night among wolves, you’ll be delighted by what the region has to offer.
Patinage en forêt
9 Montée Beausoleil, Lac-des-Loups
Daily ticket: $18
Check the update on the website before you go. Activities available at the site: snowshoeing, walking and skating. Are you likely to visit the rink more than once during the winter? Season passes are also available.
Parc des Montagnes Noires de Ripon
39 Montagne-Noire Road, Ripon
Daily admission tickets: Toddlers: free | Children: $5 | Adults: $10 | Families: $25 | Residents of participating municipalities: free, plus 15% discount on accommodation.
Dogs on leash are welcome. You can rent several types of outdoor equipment on site: tubes, fat bike, snowshoes, cross-country skis, runner sleds, etc.
HOM Mini Cottages
32 du Saphir Rd. and 154 du Rubis Rd., Val-des-Monts
From $275 + tax per night
The cottages, each equipped with a private hot tub, can sleep 2 people. Several winter activities can be practised nearby: skating, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing (snowshoe rental available), and ice fishing.
Hébergement insolite Parc Oméga
399 Route 323 North, Montebello
From $569 per night (for up to 4 people)
Admission to Parc Omega is included when you sleep with the wolves, and at a reduced rate when you stay in a panoramic chalet, pod or ready-to-camp. Discover the many activities offered at the park this winter: you can go snowshoeing (snowshoe rental available), skate on the outdoor ice trail, ride a horse-drawn sleigh, and warm up beside a huge outdoor fireplace!
ChocoMotive
502 Notre-Dame Street, Montebello
Montebello’s artisanal chocolate shop uses only certified organic and fair trade chocolate, sugar and cocoa. The products are also available on the online store.
Gatineau Park
33 Scott Rd., Chelsea
Tickets for hiking and walking trails: free | Passes required for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and fat bike trails.
You can rent equipment at the Relais plein air du parc de la Gatineau and warm up at the Relais Café.
Dômes Outaouais
70, Thom-Knight Rd., Lac Ste-Marie
From $250 per night (including 4 people)
You'll find all the amenities of a chalet (kitchen, bathroom, mezzanine, wood stove, spa and private terrace). Enjoy miles of private trails for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Escapade Huskimo
1378 Rt. 301, Otter Lake
The Sprint package (2 km): Child: $39 | Adult: $49 | The half-day adventure package (15 km): Child: $99 | Adult: $199 | The 24h excursion package (30 km): Child: $299 | Adult: $499
When you opt for a dogsledding package, enjoy a 50% discount on all other activities, such as snowshoeing, tobogganing, the spa and the games room.
Nakkertok Nordique
900 Gatineau Ave., Gatineau
Trails are open to non-members on payment of a daily access fee at the designated collection points.
Nakkertok Nordique is the largest cross-country ski center in Eastern Canada. Thanks to its snow cannons, its trails are accessible as early as mid-November.
The Little Penguin Trail
312, Taché Rd., Gatineau
Daily access tickets: Toddler: Free | Child: $17 | Adult: $22 | Family: $72
You can purchase a 10-access package or a season pass.
Plan your next getaway!
In the Outaouais, the possibilities are almost endless, and we bet you’ll discover other wonderful places to enjoy. Take a look at our routes for inspiration! Are you more into cocooning and relaxation?
