Laurentides • Quebec

Mont-Tremblant

About ~30 minutes by car from the Refuge des Eaux Vives chalet (La Macaza), Mont-Tremblant brings together a lively city, a renowned ski resort, and a national park with hundreds of lakes and rivers.

Tremblant Resort: pedestrian village at the foot of the mountain
Tremblant Resort — pedestrian village, panoramic gondola, multi-aspect ski area, year-round entertainment and events (Zug951, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons) [3][10].

A lively alpine core

Tremblant blends an alpine vibe with full services: lodging, restaurants, ski schools, gear rentals, and modern lifts. In summer and winter alike, the mountain stays accessible thanks to the panoramic gondola and a rich calendar of events [3][10].

  • Pedestrian village at the mountain’s base.
  • Four-season programming, shows & festivals.
  • Quick access to trails, lakes, and guided activities.
City of Mont-Tremblant: Old Village and Saint-Jovite
City of Mont-Tremblant — Old Village, downtown (Saint-Jovite) and nature districts; eateries, cafés, shops, cycling & art [1][2].

Local vibes

Stroll along Lake Mercier, hop on bike paths, and stop for tasty breaks as you go. Saint-Jovite’s downtown offers markets, patios, and events, while the Old Village charms with heritage buildings and mountain views [1][2].

  1. Spring–Summer — cycling, golf, beach time & events.
  2. Fall — spectacular colors & hikes.
  3. Winter — skiing, urban sliding, skating rinks & markets.
Mont-Tremblant National Park: lakes, rivers, and mountains
Mont-Tremblant National Park — a vast territory of mixed forests, rivers, and hundreds of lakes; canoeing, hiking, via ferrata, wildlife [4][5].

Nature on a grand scale

Quebec’s oldest national park protects valleys, summits, and waterways ideal for wildlife viewing and outdoor pursuits. Multiple access points (Diable and Pimbina sectors) and guided activities throughout the seasons [4].

  • Family canoeing & hiking, serviced beaches, observation.
  • Via Ferrata du Diable (guided cliff route) [5].
  • Maps & conservation notices on SÉPAQ’s website [4].
Winter activities: downhill skiing, snowshoeing, sliding
Winter — downhill skiing & ski school (resort), snowshoeing and nordic skiing in nearby parks & domains [3][6].

Winter: glide & nature

  • Ski/snowboard (varied aspects, snowparks) [3].
  • Snowshoeing & skate-skiing (groomed tracks, forest trails) [6].
  • Skating, dog-sled rides, spas & wellness (4 seasons) [2].

Tip: aim for early/late hours for quieter slopes, and keep an eye on summit wind & snowfall reports [3].

Summer: lakes, trails & easy thrills

  • Hiking & panoramic gondola [11].
  • Canoe/kayak & beaches (park & lakes) [4].
  • Road & trail cycling (linear park, local loops) [2].
  • Crest ziplines & track luge (village) [7][8].

Festivals and shows light up the whole summer, including the Tremblant International Blues Festival, a major gathering in the pedestrian village [10].

Summer activities: hiking, canoeing, cycling
Summer — viewpoints & hikes, lake paddling, cycling & family fun in the village [2][4].