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PARC NATIONAL DU
    MONT-TREMBLANT
     DISCOVERY GUIDE   2019

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MONT-TREMBLANT PARC NATIONAL DU - DISCOVERY GUIDE 2019
WELCOME TO THE PARK

    As one of the oldest national parks
    of North America, Parc national du
    Mont-Tremblant charms its visitors                                                                                                                        TI-LOUP
                                                                                                                                                              THE WOLF
    with its countless hills surrounded
    by 400 lakes, six great rivers and
    unique sandy shores.                                                                                                     THE EASTERN WOLF,
    As it enters its 125th year, Parc national du Mont-Tremblant has a mission to                                            EMBLEM ANIMAL OF THE PARK
    preserve a representative sample of the southern Laurentians, a natural region                                           The Eastern Wolf requires a large territory
    of Quebec that distinguishes itself with its rolling hills and its northern sugar                                        so it has access to enough prey to hunt to
    bushes. Discover the park’s three large sectors — La Diable, La Pimbina and                                              survive. The park is a preferred location for this
    L’Assomption — each with its own attractions and features. The sheer size of this                                        carnivore because it offers a vast wilderness.
    protected natural area and its wide variety of activities and services make it an                                        Also, the health of the wolf population is very
    ideal wilderness playground for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages, year after year, at                                     important. Because wolves are at the top of
    all seasons.                                                                                                             the food chain, they help keep the ecosystems
                                                                                                                             balanced.

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        SUPERVISED ACCESS                                                                       As of May 17, 2019, but not during the winter
                                                                                                season, dogs will be allowed at Parc national du       All details at
                                                                                                                                                       sepaq.com/animals
        FOR DOGS                                                                                Mont-Tremblant in certain designated areas.

        MAIN RULES*                                                                                     AUTHORIZED PLACES
        • Dogs must remain in the places where they are authorized at all times.                                                 La Roche, La Corniche, La Coulée, La Piste-du-Loup,
        • Dogs must be kept on a leash no more than three (3) metres in length                          Summer trail             L’Envol, La Chute-aux-Rats, Les Grandes-Vallées,
          and under surveillance at all times.                                                                                   La Boucle-du-Lac-de-L’Assomption
        • The person in charge of the dog must pick up the animal’s excrement                                                    Lac-Chat campground: campsites 1 to 56
          without delay.                                                                                Camping                  De l’Aigle-Pêcheur campground
        • Barking or howling dogs as well as dogs affecting the tranquility and                                                  Du Grand-Pin campground: campsites 33 to 50
          safety of other visitors are not allowed.
                                                                                                        Picnic area              Chute-aux-Rats picnic area
        *Individuals who fail to comply with any of the rules stated above may be required to
         leave the area and/or issued a statement of offence, where appropriate.                        Accès nautique           No authorized access
        Compliance with the regulations is essential, and the offer could                               Winter trail             No authorized access
        be reviewed if non-compliance is noted.

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MUST-DOS

BREATHTAKING VIEWS                                                             WONDERFUL WATERFALLS
FROM OBSERVATION DECKS                                                         Discover the park’s four unique waterfalls: Chute-du-Diable and Chutes-
Four trails are surmounted by observation deck looking out over                Croches (La Diable Sector) with accessible hiking trails and observation
breathtaking views of the park’s huge valleys. La Roche and La Corniche        decks; the spectacular waterfall at Chute-aux-Rats (La Pimbina Sector),
in the La Diable Sector, L’Envol in the La Pimbina Sector and Les              over 17 metres high with a picnic area; and Chute-aux-Mûres with its
Grandes-Vallées in the L’Assomption Sector will seduce you with their          charming little footbridge (La Cachée Sector).
extroardinary beauty.

SANDY SHORES                                                                   MULTIPURPOSE PATHS
Our abundant and extraordinary sandy beaches are ideal for picnics and         On foot or by bike, set off on an adventure on four multipurpose paths, all
perfect for water activities, especially at Lac des Sables, Lac Escalier and   family-friendly. The Boucle-des-Chutes-Croches and the new Loup path in
Lac Caché. There are also two supervised beaches to cool off on warm           the La Diable Sector, La Chute-aux-Rats in the La Pimbina Sector, as well
summer days: La Crémaillère beach (La Diable Sector) and the beach at Lac      as the Boucle-du-Lac-de-L’Assomption located in a sector under the same
Provost (La Pimbina Sector). Why not rent a watercraft at one of our rental    name will fully occupy your summer or fall days and definitely make you
centres? You’ll find them at Lac des Sables, Lac Escalier and Lac Caché.       forget about your car during your stay.

THE MAGIC OF WINTER                                                            ANIMATED DISCOVERY ACTIVITIES
In winter, the park is transformed. Come bask in the quiet magic of snowy      Wild about nature? The park warden–naturalists will definitely blow you away
mountains, and enjoy activities and experiences to suit every taste: a stay    with the range of available activities! Games, talks and guided activites will make
in a chalet or hut, cross-country skiing, Nordic skiing and snowshoeing.       you appreciate the park in a whole new way. For a memorable stay, don’t miss
Then, come warm up and relax by the fireplace at the La Diable Discovery       the animated discovery activites. Guaranteed fun!
Centre or the La Pimbina Information Kiosk.

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                                                                                                                                                                         Cette carte intègre de l’information géographique de source gouvernementale.
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                                                                                                                                                                         transformations et des adaptations qui ont pu modifier la donnée originale.
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HIKING TRAILS                                                        LENGTH & DURATION*             DIFF.             DEPARTURE POINT

1                                                                                                                                            1.4 km                             Chute du Diable parking lot,
                          La Chute-du-Diable – An unforgettable sight of Rivière du Diable’s: a 15-metre waterfall.                        return trip    30 min          E
                                                                                                                                                                                7 km north of the Discovery Centre
                          Les Chutes-Croches – With its cascades and whirlpool, this is just one of Rivière du Diable’s many                 720 m                              Chutes-Croches parking lot,
2                         moods.                                                                                                           return trip    20 min          E
                                                                                                                                                                                5 km north of the Discovery Centre
3                         La Roche – A panoramic view of the glacial valley of Lac Monroe and the Mont Tremblant highlands.                  5.4 km        2 hrs          I     Discovery Centre
                                                                                                                                           return trip
                          La Coulée – The observation decks of La Corniche and La Roche are linked by the La Coulée trail.                  8.2 km                              Discovery Centre, via the La Roche trail
4                         This trail is accessed via the La Roche or La Corniche trails.                                                     loop         2 h 45          I
                                                                                                                                                                                or at the La Corniche parking lot
                          La Corniche – Like the one at La Roche, this observation deck also offers a superb view                            3.4 km                             La Corniche parking lot,
5                         of the Lac Monroe valley and the Mont Tremblant highlands.                                                       return trip    1 h 30          I
                                                                                                                                                                                1.7 km north of the Discovery Centre
6                         Le Lac-Poisson – Maples and yellow birches, rock faces, a solitary lake and a crystal-clear cascade.               7.4 km       2 h 30          I     Discovery Centre, via the La Roche trail
                                                                                                                                           return trip
                                                                                                                                                                                Starting from the Lac-Monroe Visitors
7                         Le Bois-Franc – A magnificent forest, a gently undulating landscape and a lakeside rest stop.                     12.2 km        4 hrs          I     Centre, head south, take chemin du
                                                                                                                                             loop
                                                                                                                                                                                Boulé and turn right at the 2nd trail
                          Le Malard – After a sustained effort uphill, have a snack at the La Ouache shelter. On your way back,             17.6 km                             La Ouache parking lot; 5 km south of
8                         contemplate the Lac Malard.                                                                                        loop         4 h 30         D
                                                                                                                                                                                the Discovery Centre
                                                                                                                                            17.1 km                             Discovery Centre; via Boucle-des-
9                         L’Ours - A beautiful climb up to Lac à l’Ours and then a return via La Renardière.                                 loop         4 h 30         D
                                                                                                                                                                                Chutes-Croches trail
                          Le Toit-des-Laurentides – From the cascades of Ruisseau des Pruches to Johannsen Peak, discover the
                                                                                                                                            14.6 km                             La Sablonnière parking lot,
10                        hidden face of Mont Tremblant. For the less adventurous, we suggest the 3-km round-trip to the Ruisseau          return trip   6 to 7 hrs      D
                                                                                                                                                                                7 km south of the Discovery Centre
                          des Pruches waterfall.
                          Le Centenaire – A real gem, created for the park’s 100th anniversary, this trail offers a string of
                          spectacular views of the meanders of Rivière du Diable and of the La Boulé forests. The way back is 3.6 km        14.3 km      4 to 5 hrs             La Sablonnière parking lot,
11                        on Route 1.                                                                                                        9.6 km      3 to 4 hrs      D
                                                                                                                                                                                7 km south of the Discovery Centre
                                                                                                                                              loop
                          La boucle du Centenaire – A shorter path to discover the major spectacular views.
                          Le Lac-des-Femmes – Why do woodpeckers tap tree bark with their beaks? Where does the name                                                            Near the Lac-Monroe Visitors Centre,
12                        Lac-des-Femmes come from? Answer these questions and many more on this trail, with the help of the                3.1 km          1h            E     toward the totems of Place du
                                                                                                                                             loop
                          brochure available at the trail head.                                                                                                                 Centenaire
                          Le Lac-aux-Atocas – The park is brimming over with fresh water: hundreds of lakes as well as rivers,              1.5 km        duration              Lac Chat parking lot, 3 km south of the
13                        streams and bogs. The path and the brochure will tell you the history of some of these waterways.                  loop
                                                                                                                                                         depends on
                                                                                                                                                           stops
                                                                                                                                                                          E
                                                                                                                                                                                Discovery Centre
                          La Boucle des Chutes-Croches –On foot or by bike, take this path around Lac Monroe and enjoy the                  13.4 km      H - 4 hrs              Discovery Centre
19                        Chutes-Croches observation deck.                                                                                   loop        B - 1 h 30       E
                                                                                                                                                                                or Lac Monroe Visitors Centre
20                        La Renardière – Short bike ride to the La Renardière shelter.                                                     6.2 km        45 min          E     Discovery Centre
                                                                                                                                             loop
                                                                                                                                            33.2 km                             La Ouache parking lot; 5 km south of
21                        Le Lac-Brochet – Path leading to the La Cache shelter and Petit-Lac-Caché, by way of Lac Brochet.                return trip    2 h 45          I
                                                                                                                                                                                the Discovery Centre
                                                                                                                                                                                Lac-Monroe Visitors Centre, south from
22                        Le Boulé – Discover the beauty of the Rivière Boulé valley and the hidden face of Mont de la Vache Noire.         26.8 km       2 h 30          I     Route 1 (under 500 m from the Centre
                                                                                                                                           return trip
                                                                                                                                                                                via Chemin du Boulé)
                          La piste du Loup – This new trail now links the Lac-Monroe Service Centre to the Lac-Chat Sector.
                                                                                                                                             3.4 km       H-1h                  Lac-Monroe Service Centre or the
27                        Bordering a small section of the Petit-Lac-Monroe, it takes you to a resplendent vue of a mature maple stand     return trip   B - 30 min       F
                                                                                                                                                                                Lac-Chat parking lot
                          as well as to the small cascades of the Rivière du Diable.
                          Le Ruisseau-aux-Mûres – Add something special to your bike ride by continuing on foot                             12.6 km
23                        to Chute-aux-Mûres, a little-known park attraction. Departure from the campground also possible.                 return trip    1 h 30          I     La Cachée Registration Centre

                          Le Cerf – Overlooking the Lac Caché, this path crosses a mountain of maple stands with vulnerable
28                        hemlocks. A huge stone left by the passing of glaciers is a nice stop during a climb.
                                                                                                                                             1 km         15 min          E     La Cachée Registration Centre

                          La Chute-aux-Rats – On foot or by bike, discover this trail leading to one of the La Pimbina                       9.4 km
14                        Sector’s main attractions: a 17.4-metre waterfall.                                                               return trip     3 hrs          E     La Pimbina Registration Centre

                                                                                                                                                                                Carcan parking lot, 13 km from the La
                          Le Carcan – This trail leads to the park’s second-highest summit (883 m), on a route that passes                   14 km
15                        several waterfalls.                                                                                              return trip   5 to 6 hrs      D      Pimbina Registration Centre (Route 3
                                                                                                                                                                                toward Lac des Cyprès)
                          L’Envol – Get to know the maple and yellow birch forest, which is characteristic of Parc national du
                                                                                                                                              4 km                              L’Envol parking lot, 400 m north of the
17                        Mont-Tremblant, and gaze down at the La Pimbina valley from the observation deck. A walk, a climb                return trip    1 h 45          I
                                                                                                                                                                                La Pimbina Registration Centre
                          and a flight of fancy!
                          Le Lac-Cassagne – A beautiful bike ride that leads to Lac Cassagne and to the Geai-Bleu                            16 km         1 h 45
24                        and Lariou shelters.                                                                                                loop        to 2 hrs        I     La Pimbina Registration Centre

25                        La Descente – Stop off at the Geai-Bleu shelter to test your brakes before you begin your descent.                8.5 km        45 min          I     La Pimbina Registration Centre
                                                                                                                                             loop
                          Le Renard – This little trail allows you to access an ancient forest path that joins the refuge of
29                        Lac-des-Sables. It also crosses a humid spruce stand with a moss covered ground. The forests are young            1.3 km        15 min          E     Lac-des-Sables Camping
                                                                                                                                             loop
                          with many cherry trees.
                                                                                                                                                                                Grandes-Vallées parking lot, located
                          Les Grandes-Vallées – A pleasant climb through a mature maple stand is rewarded with a view of the                 4.6 km
16                        Lac de L’Assomption valleys.                                                                                     return trip     2 hrs          I     9.4 km north of the L’Assomption
                                                                                                                                                                                Information Kiosk
                                                                                                                                                                                Lac-de-L’Assomption picnic area,
                          Le Lac-de-L’Assomption – A delta teeming with life, the changing face of a stream, and a shelter on                3 km
18                        stilts from which you can observe great blue herons, loons and other timid bay inhabitants.                        loop          2 hrs          E     15 km north of the L’Assomption
                                                                                                                                                                                Registration Centre
                                                                                                                                                                                Lac-de-L’Assomption picnic area,
                          La Boucle-du-Lac-de-L’Assomption – Discover the beauty of Lac-de-L’Assomption and stop for a                       7 km        H - 2 hrs
26                        peaceful picnic at Baie Ronde.                                                                                     loop        B- 45 min        I     15 km north of the L’Assomption
                                                                                                                                                                                Registration Centre

                              La Diable Sector                                              La Pimbina Sector                                 L’Assomption Sector

         H - Hiking           B - Bike                  MB - Mountain bike                 Brochure             Family experience        Dogs allowed                 E: Easy      I : Intermediate        D : Difficult

     *The times and the levels of difficulty mentionned above are for information purposes and refer to the summer period. Dogs not allowed during the winter season.

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       QUÉBEC NATIONAL PARKS DAY
       September 7, 2019
           FREE ADMISSION
                                                                                                                                                 Come and see us at our shop
                                                                                                                                                  A number of exclusive products to discover!
           SÉPAQ WINTER DAY                                                                                                                      Take a little bit of nature home with you when you visit
           JANUARY 25, 2020                                                                                                                      our gift shop. All profits from the sale of our products
                                                                                                                                                 are reinvested in Québec’s national parks. A great way
           FREE ADMISSION                                                                                                                        to contribute to the protection of our natural heritage!

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DISCOVERY
    TIME

                VIA FERRATA
                This excursion along the rock face of Vache Noire Mountain includes climbing
                and walking along beams, footbridges and a suspension bridge, with views of the
                park from on high. You’ll be accompanied by a professional guide on this 200-metre
                ascent. Enjoy breathtaking views of the mountains and the serpentine Diable River.

                   Circuits and rates                                                       Important:
                   Excursion (3. 5 hrs): $49/adult - $36,75/child                           •
                                                                                              Min. height: 1.3 metres (4’ 3”)
                   Intermédiaire (5 hrs): $64/adult - $48/child                             •
                                                                                              Min. ages: 8 for L’Excursion
                   Grande Virée (5.5 hrs): $84/adult - $63/child                              and 14 for other circuits
                   Coucher de soleil* (5 hrs): $69/adult - $51.75/child                     •
                                                                                              Max. weight: 110 kg (242 lbs)
                   *Available June 22 & 29, plus Fridays and Saturdays (in July & August)   •
                                                                                              Max. 8 people per departure
                   When: June 8 to October 27, 2019
                   Meet-up: Information Kiosk in the La Diable Sector.
                   Reservations required.

                HIKING
                With such an impressive selection of trails and paths, you will inevitably find one
                to your liking! Designed for all ages and with different difficulty levels, let this
                excursion take you to surprising places, whether it be by bike or by foot. See the
                Trail Chart on page 6.

                   Rates: Adult bikes starting at $14.75
                                  Free bike rental for children under 17 years old, in a family
                                  context. You may also use the following items for free: baby
                                  carrier, child chariot carrier and stroller. Limited quantities.

                SNOWSHOEING OR SKIING
                The park’s charming snow covered forests are sure to amaze you and warm your heart
                during the winter season. Fully enjoy the magic of winter and its plush atmosphere
                by snowshoeing, cross-country skiing or backcountry skiing on our exceptionnal
                variety of trails.

                    Rates: Cross-country skiing equipment starting at $29.25*
                           Snowshoes starting at $18
                                  Free rental of cross-country skis and snowshoes for children
                                  under 17 years old, in a family context. Limited quantities.
                                  *Cross-country skiing tickets not included

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LA DIABLE RIVER MEANDERS: UNGUIDED!
                                                                                    Prices:
By canoe, kayak or SUP, one of the most important rivers of the                                                        Meet-up: Lac-Monroe Visitors
                                                                                    > Single kayak $44.50              Centre. Reservations required.
park: the La Diable river! This half-day trail will blow you away with              > Double kayak $57.50
its spectaclar landscape. Also, enjoy a relaxing moment on the                                                         Shuttle included in price.
                                                                                    > Canoe $57.50
magnificent sandy shores. Information or reservations at the Lac-Monroe
Service Centre. Also available: excursion guided by a park warden–
naturalist. For details, see the section on animated activities.

GO WITH THE FLOW
Take a kayak, canoe, SUP or pedal boat and explore one of our 400 lakes and 6 rivers. Our rental centres, located across the park, will have the perfect
craft for you to wander or relax in.
                                                                                EQUIPMENT RENTALS
    RENTAL CENTRES                                                              Equipment                     Daily                4 hrs                1 hr
    La Diable Sector                                                            Canoe                         $51                  $35.50               $17.25
    > La Cachée Information Kiosk
                                                                                Single kayak                  $46                  $32                  $16
    > Lac-Monroe Visitors Centre
    > La Crémaillère Beach                                                      Double kayak                  $55.50               $39                  $19.50
    > Lac-Escalier campground                                                   Stand-up paddleboard          $44.50               $31                  $17.75
                                                                                Plastic pedal boat (2pl).                          $33.50               $17
    La Pimbina Sector
    > Lac-des-Sables campground                                                 Plastic pedal boat (4pl).                          $40.50               $20.50
    > Lac-Provost rental centre                                                 Aluminum pedal boat (2pl.)                         $40.50               $20.25
                                                                                Aluminum pedal boat (4pl.).                        $47                  $23.75
    L’Assomption Sector
    > L’Assomption Information Kiosk                                            Adult bike                    $42                  $29.50               $14.75
    > Grand-Pin campground                                                      Child bike                                   Free for family outings
                                                                                Rowboat                       $44                  $30.50               $15.25

CANOE-CAMPING
Canoe-camping in the park is a truly authentic natural experience. River            Price:
canoe-camping offers you a 25 km course along the Diable River, over                From $97/night
rapids and lakes. There is a selection of sites along the river and a shuttle       Meet-up: Lac-Monroe Visitors Centre
service. Destination canoe-camping is for lake lovers. Sleep under the              Reserve by phone: 1-800-665-6527
stars by the side of a lake. Discover our 4 amazing destinations!
                                                                                                                        Pricing: Taxes and entry fee not included.

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DISCOVER WITH OUR
     PARK WARDEN–
     NATURALISTS!

             GAMES FOR                                                                      SELF-GUIDED
             THE WHOLE FAMILY                                                               DISCOVERY CIRCUITS
     Want to discover the park and its animals all while having a good time?        Our nature trails offer you the opportunity to learn more about the park’s
     Children and adults are invited to play games combining strategy, skills       history and nature on your own. See the Trail Chart on page 6 for self-
     and knowledge: Le Mölkky du parc, Duel des panaches, À table avec l’ours       guided trails offering an explanatory brochure. You can also explore
     noir and Des poissons et des hommes. Great activities for learning more        the meanders of the Diable River in a self-guided circuit.
     about the fauna and flora of Quebec’s oldest national park.

                                                                                            GUIDED
             CAMPFIRE                                                                       WATERWAY ROUTES
             TALKS                                                                  Lakes, streams and rivers shelter a diversified fauna. Follow
     Picture yourself in a welcoming ambiance, carried away by fascinating          the park wardens and naturalists to discover these fascinating
     stories told by a park warden and naturalist dressed up as a storyteller       habitats. Whether it be by canoe, kayak or rabaska canoe, the
     for the occasion. Attend these popular talks: Secrets de loups, Contes         fauna and the flora of these aquatic environments will without a
     et légendes autochtones and Les loups ont faim! Our campfires located          doubt surprise you! Places limited. Reservations required. Free for
     at La Diable and La Pimbina promise to treat you to an unforgettable           kids aged 17 and under. There is a fee for adults.
     evening under the stars!

             MULTIMEDIA                                                                     DO YOU HAVE
             TALKS                                                                          YOUR PASSPORT?
     Live to the rhythm of the animals and let nature entertain you in a unique     Are you 5 to 12 years old? When you attend
     setting: the Discovery Centre’s amphitheatre (located in the La Diable         an animated discovery activity, show your
     Sector). Attend popular talks such as Secrets de loups, Le retour de l’aigle   Discovery Passport. The more activities you
     or Belette et compagnie. Photos, videos and sound effects will describe        participate in, the more chances you get to win
     the park, its fauna and its secrets in an entertaining way.                    a $100 prize at Parc national du Mont-Tremblant!
                                                                                    Find out more at any Information Kiosk.

                                                                                                  For more information on the
                                                                                                  schedule and on the description
                                                                                                  of the animated activities, consult
                                                                                                  the Discovery Activities Chart.*
                                                                                                  *Activities offered in French only.

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SLEEP
UNDER
THE STARS

                                                     With more than 900 camping sites, an imcomparable variety of cabins and unique
                                                     experiences in huts and yurts, the park is fully equiped to offer you an enjoyable and
                                                     memorable stay in nature.

                                                     Several types of accomodations are offered to visitors:

                                                     • Camping, canoe-camping
                                                       and bike-camping
                                                     • Compact cabin                                RESERVATIONS
                                                     • Echo cabin   NEW!                            2019 season: Now booking
                                                     • EXP. Cabin                                   2020 season: April 27, 2019 (summer)
                                                                                                    and September 17, 2019 (fall/winter)
                                                     • Nature Cabin
                                                                                                    Cabin, rustic camp, hut and yurt
                                                     • Cabins
                                                                                                    May 11, 2019
                                                     • Étoile ready-to-camp   NEW!
                                                                                                    Camping and ready-to-camp
                                                     • Traditional ready-to-camp
                                                     • Hut                                          1 800 665-6527 | sepaq.com
                                                     • Yurt

FAMILY
FUN IS HERE!
    Free! For your children 17 years of age and under

In all seasons, your children can come with you absolutely
without charge.

 ACCESS TO NATIONAL PARKS                                             OUR TOP PICKS
                                                                      AT PARC NATIONAL DU MONT-TREMBLANT
 OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT LOAN*                                              Take a look at our not-to-be-missed offers: popular activities,
                                                                      trails to discover with your family, and cosy spots for a stay.
 A VAST ARRAY OF ADAPTED ACTIVITIES for the                           • The guided natuical hike, Marais Safari (La Diable Sector)
 whole family                                                         • The Lac Provost beach to rent a canoe (La Pimbina Sector)
                                                                      • Hiking at the Lac-de-L’Assomption (L’Assomption Sector)
 ACCESSORIES* ON LOAN for young children
 *Certain conditions apply.

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CONSERVATION FOR
     TOMORROW

                        THE OVER-CONFIDENT
                        WHITE-TAILED DEER
                        Impressed by their beauty, thousands of visitors look to approach the white-tailed
                        deers with gestures or food, actions that significantly modifiy their animal behaviour.
                        Once a shy creature, this animal has lost its fear of humans. May a deer that has
                        become so familiar with humans learn to fear them once again? We attempt to
                        answer this question to establish a plan of action. Learn more on this topic at our
                        Sans merci pour le cerf de Virginie talk.

                        RACCOONS
                        Did you know that raccoons are thieves?
                        To avoid unpleasant surprises:
                        • Maintain a clean campsite;
                        • Don’t leave any odorant items (food, toothpaste, medications, etc.) on your
                          campsite or in your tent, even during the day. Store them in your car trunk;
                        • Regularly deposit all waste and rubbish in our containers;
                        • Don’t throw cooking grease or food in the fire;
                        • Wash your dishes after each meal;
                        • Avoid emptying your dishwater on the ground;
                        • Don’t cook in your tent.
                        If they’re attracted to your campsite, they will come back!

                        THE SQUIRREL WITH SHARP TEETH
                        A hike... What a perfect moment to have a picnic! Many rodents have noticed. Avoid
                        leaving uneaten snacks behind as food decomposes and undeniably attracts animals.
                        For squirrels to invite themselves to your picnics, how many uneaten snacks have
                        been left behind in the forest? Careful, their teeth are sharp like knives! They may
                        also spread parasites, diseases or inflict injuries.

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LET’S PROTECT KING OF THE OUR FOREST
The wolf is at the top of the food chain. As a large carnivore, it plays a key role in
maintaining a balance within the ecosystems. Since wolf pack territories cross the
park’s limits, we want to clarify how the wolves interact with humans. We are also
documenting possible cohabitation methods. Recent studies have shown that the
fragmentation of the forests, trapping, hunting and road accidents are all threats
to wolf packs. A protection plan for the wolf packs with territory within the park is
now being developed. Our campfire talk Secrets de loups can tell you more about
the situation of the Eastern Wolf.

The wolf is at the top of the food
chain and is thus the king of our
forests. This great carnivore is
essential to maintaining an
equilibrium in the ecosystems.

LET’S PROTECT THE QUEEN
OF OUR LAKES
While our lakes appear calm on the surface, they
are also a battleground! Long ago, there were only      The speckled
a few species of fish living in the park’s waterways,   trout is no
but now, over 40 species are struggling to survive.
Many were introduced as live bait for sport fishing.    longer queen
Because of this, the speckled trout no longer           of our lakes,
reigns in our lakes. Its habitat has degraded,
affected by logging, mining, roads and climate          since its
change. One of our conservation projects involves       habitat has
taking an inventory of the non-indigenous species
in the park’s lakes. Work is ongoing to better          degraded
understand these ecosystems and how humans              over the
have disturbed them. Our goal is to restore these
habitats. If you want to find out more, try the game    years.
Des poissons et des hommes.

WHITE-TAILED DEER:
WHEN LOVE AND FOOD
CAUSE HARM
White-tailed deer are very sweet looking, but
we have to keep our distance. Did you know that
feeding animals can lead to their death? Because        Help
people offer them apples and carrots, speak gently
to them or take photos of them, some white-tailed       protect wildlife.
deer have become used to people. Offering food          Drive off any
creates dependency, changes their behaviour and
makes them vulnerable. They’re wild animals that        animals that
must remain wild to live healthy lives. Also, they      approach you.
may carry parasites or disease, or cause injuries.
And they are too often involved in car accidents.

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PLAY SAFE                                   IT

                                                                                                                           Photo : Steve Deschênes, Parc national des Grands-Jardins

 IN THE WILD, YOUR SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSABILITY
 Sépaq’s mission is to ensure the widest possible access to Québec’s most beautiful
 natural treasures. Sépaq is committed to the safety of its visitors and urges you to                                           REMINDERS
 play it safe!
 Preparing yourself adequately is the first step in the safe and enjoyable practice of
 your favourite activities. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY and risk                                      During your visit to a national park, you
 management is an integral part of your experience.
                                                                                                                  must always carry your entry fee receipt
 Before leaving for an excursion, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
                                                                                                                  or your annual entry card.
 REQUIRED to practice your chosen activity AND RESPECT YOUR PHYSICAL LIMITS.
 Your outing should leave you with nothing but pleasant memories. We invite you to
 consult our safety guides for Sépaq activities, available at sepaq.com/security.
 You will also find a list of organizations that can help you plan your activities safely.
                                                                                                                  Remember that animals are in their natural
     sepaq.com/security
                                                                                                                  habitat and that you are a visitor. To ensure
                                                                                                                  both your safety and theirs, feeding them
                                                     CHECKLIST                                                    is prohibited; otherwise they may lose their
 BEFORE YOU LEAVE HOME                                                                                            natural fear of human beings and become
 •   Plan on going with at least one other person.                                                                aggressive.
 •   Check the weather report.
 •   Pack water and food, even if the activity is only for a few hours.
 •   See that you have appropriate clothing and footwear for anticipated weather conditions.
 •   Let somebody know the exact location of your destination and the time you plan to return home.               To preserve our natural riches, you are
                                                                                                                  not allowed to remove any natural
 ONCE YOU ARE ON SITE
                                                                                                                  elements (animals, plants, dead wood,
 • Do not rely on your cellphone.
 • Check how much time it will take to complete your activity.
                                                                                                                  rocks, etc.). Please also keep to
 • Obey signs and notices, including bans on open fires.                                                          established hiking trails to avoid
                                                                                                                  trampling flora.
 WHEN YOU GET BACK
 • Once you have completed your activity, make sure that you report to our staff anything
   wrong or any damage or problems you encountered.

                                                                                Parc national du Mont-Tremblant             Legal Deposit: 2019
 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: 911                                                                                                  Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec
                                                                                4456, ch. du Lac-Supérieur                  Photos: Mathieu Dupuis, Steve Deschênes,
 SÛRETÉ DU QUÉBEC: 310-4141 (general number)) /*4141 (for cellphones)           Lac-Superieur (Québec) J0T 1P0              Shutterstock images, Louise Cadieux, Richard Carignan
 *Where cellphone networks are available. The costs and expenses incurred       Information: 819 688-2281                   and Éric Normandeau.
 in conducting search and rescue operations are the responsibility of the       Reservation: 1 800 665-6527
 wbeneficiary. You can obtain protection against these risks from an insurer.
                                                                                parc.mont-tremblant@sepaq.com
                                                                                sepaq.com/tremblant

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WHAT TO DO OUTSIDE THE PARK

Labelle tourist office                                                    819 686-2606          municipalite.labelle.qc.ca
Mont-Tremblant tourist office                                           1 877 425-2434          mont-tremblant.ca
Saint-Côme tourist office                                                 450 883-2730          stcomelanaudiere.ca
Saint-Donat tourist office                                                819 424-2833          tourismest-donat.com
Saint-Michel-des-Saints tourist office                                    450 833-1334          haute-matawinie.com
Station Mont-Tremblant                                                    819 681-2000          tremblant.ca
Lanaudière tourist office                                               1 800 363-2788          lanaudiere.ca
Laurentides tourist office                                              1 800 561-6673          laurentides.com

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