5 places to admire the fall colours in the Outaouais
When fall finally arrives, it doesn’t hold back! The temperature drops, but the colors of the trees multiply. After enjoying the orchards, it’s time to go hiking and admire the foliage. Here are 11 places across the Outaouais region where you can enjoy the fall colors!
Gatineau
Leamy Lake Park
Promenade du Lac-Leamy, Gatineau
Until October 10, 2025
Free
Parc de la Forêt-Boucher
500 Samuel-Edey Street, Gatineau
Free
A 1.6-kilometer universal trail has been built in the park. It is the second largest urban park in Gatineau.
Collines-de-l'Outaouais
Gatineau Park
33 Scott Rd., Chelsea
Free
It is the second most visited park in Canada.
Vallée-de-la-Gatineau
Parc régional du Mont Morissette
226 Long Lake Rd., Blue Sea
Free
The observation tower is currently closed for an indefinite period. The trails remain open.
Petite Nation
Parc des Montagnes Noires de Ripon
39 de la Montagne Noire Rd., Ripon
Adults: $8.70 Children (ages 6–17): $4.35 Children (ages 5 and under): Free
Forêt-la-Blanche Ecological Reserve
300 Saddler Rd., Mayo
Seniors: $7 Adults: $8 Students: $6 Children (ages 5 to 17): $5 Children (under 5): Free Families: $18
This is one of the oldest forests in eastern North America.
Les Chutes du Moulin
100 Malo CR, Plaisance
Until the end of October
$9 for adults
Parc national de Plaisance
1001 Des Presqu'Îles Rd., Plaisance
Until October 20, 2025
Adults: $10.10 Children (under 17): Free
Pontiac
Chutes Coulonge Adventure Park
100 Parc-des-Chutes Drive, Mansfield-et-Pontefract
Until October 31, 2025
Seniors: $10 Adults: $12 Children (ages 4–17): $10 Children (ages 3 and under): Free
If you want to enjoy the fall colors, don’t wait—they won’t last long! Did you know that you can track the progression of the fall colors in the Outaouais region in real time? Check out Bonjour Québec’s fall color map to see how the colors are changing in parks across Quebec.
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