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Around La Macaza (± 30 min)

Experience Haute-Rouge

Scenic hikes, rivers with sandy beaches, climbing walls, zip lines, skiing & Nordic adventure, Scandinavian baths, helicopter rides... Here are our favorite experiences, in every season.

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Site map

Quickly spot the key places at Le Refuge des Eaux Vives.

Watercolor site map: river, beach, rapids, chalet, hot tub, shelter & BBQ, parking

Things to see & do on-site

  • Beach — a small sandy cove; the water is usually calm.
  • The rapids — beautiful, but strong current; no swimming.
  • Rock outcrop — perfect for a morning coffee.
  • Chalet — cozy living room, kitchen, terrace; Wi-Fi also works outdoors near the chalet.
  • Jacuzzi — year-round (rinse feet / shower beforehand).
  • Shelter & BBQ — covered BBQ area, chairs, and wood for the fire pit.
  • Parking — several spaces at the entrance.
  • Red trail — path to rapids and beach. Note: the left path is temporarily inaccessible.

Practical tips

  • Watch children near the river and rapids.
  • Fires only in the designated area; the grate must cover the fire at all times.
  • Local wildlife (deer, birds, harmless snakes) — observe without disturbing.
  • After 10 pm, please keep noise down; this is a lived-in village.
  • Winter: traction cleats recommended; close the hot-tub cover securely (remotely monitored).

Nearby (far from exhaustive)

On foot (around the chalet)

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By car (≤ 30–40 min)

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Mont-Tremblant National Park (Diable sector)
SEPAQ – trails, canoe/kayak on the Diable, beaches, via ferrata.

Mont-Tremblant National Park (Diable sector)

Great classic 25–30 min away: hiking, canoe/kayak, SUP, beaches (La Crémaillère), wildlife observation and in winter Nordic skiing/snowshoes. The Via ferrata du Diable on Vache-Noire is guided and memorable.

  • Perfect for families (calm waters in meanders).
  • SEPAQ paid access; reserve guided activities.

Sources: SEPAQ & Tremblant — park, canoe, beaches, via ferrata. sepaq.com · tremblant.ca · via ferrata

Montagne d'Argent Climbing & Hiking Park
Major climbing site + trails, lake access & varied sectors.

Montagne d'Argent Climbing & Hiking Park

~25 min away: numerous climbing routes (rock, ice in season), sport hiking, Lac Boisseau and superb views. Guiding available via AGMA. Bivouacs and rustic camping on site.

Sources: official site and Bonjour Québec listing. montagnedargent.com · lac Boisseau · bonjourquebec.com

Giant Ziplines — Ziptrek Tremblant
Course of 5 ziplines from summit to village (two > 1 km).

Giant Ziplines — Ziptrek Tremblant

Thrills ~30 min away: 5 lines from summit to village, scenic walking sections, side-by-side departures possible.

Source: Ziptrek Tremblant (official). tremblant.ziptrek.com

Domaine Saint-Bernard
XC network, snowshoes, trails & wildlife/astronomy reserve.

Domaine Saint-Bernard

~30 min away: 1,500-acre reserve, 37+ km of trails (summer), 32+ km of cross-country skiing (winter), snowshoes, fatbike, astronomy center, Diable River beaches nearby.

Sources: Domaine Saint-Bernard (hiking/XC). domainesaintbernard.org · XC ski

Rouge River — gentle & wild
Calm waters, sandy beaches, shuttles — perfect for families.

Rouge River — gentle & wild

10–25 min away: self-guided canoe/kayak/SUP descents (calm sections), beaches and picnics. Further south, whitewater sections for rafting (recognized operators).

  • Rentals & shuttles: Kayak & Cabana, Pause Plein Air, Descente de la Rouge.
  • Rafting (further south, still <~30–40 min depending on launch).

Sources: PaddlingMag, Kayak-Cabana, Pause Plein Air, Descente de la Rouge, Rafting Nouveau Monde. paddlingmag.com · kayak-cabana.com · pausepleinair.com · descentedelarouge.com · newworld.ca

P'tit Train du Nord Linear Park
Multi-use green corridor over 200+ km — multiple nearby access points.

P'tit Train du Nord Linear Park

10–20 min away: biking (summer), cross-country skiing/snowshoeing (winter), skating & tobogganing in some sections. Heritage stops and services.

Sources: official site & Trans Canada Trail. ptittraindunord.com · tctrail.ca

Scenic Flights — Héli-Tremblant & Ultralight
Panoramic flights — takeoff at Mont-Tremblant airport (La Macaza).

Scenic Flights — Héli-Tremblant & Ultralight

Unforgettable aerial experience: helicopter tours over lakes and peaks; ultralight school/flights nearby.

Sources: Héli-Tremblant (official) & YTM/CYFJ airport; Air Panorama school. heli-tremblant.com · aeroport-tremblant.ca · airpanorama.ca

Dog Sledding (Tremblant Valley)
Guided excursions, drive your team or passenger.

Dog Sledding (Tremblant Valley)

~25–30 min away: family initiations or more sporty outings with team driving (depending on package), certified guides.

Sources: Tremblant (official) & partner centers. tremblant.ca

Scandinave Spa Mont-Tremblant
Scandinavian baths in forest, massages, silence & disconnection.

Scandinave Spa Mont-Tremblant

~30 min away: outdoor thermal rituals by the river, baths/saunas & massages. Perfect after a day of adventure.

Source: official site. scandinave.com/mont-tremblant

Tremblant Station (pedestrian village)
The resort: alpine skiing, golf, gondola, skating rink, events.

Tremblant Station (pedestrian village)

~30 min away: alpine skiing in winter; golf, gondola, skating rink, Ziptrek and entertainment the rest of the year.

Source: Tremblant (official) & Ziptrek. tremblant.ca · ziptrek