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📍 Mauricie· County Shawinigan· Shawinigan

Lac-à-la-Tortue Recreational and Tourist Center

❄️ Winter

📍 Avenue du Tour-du-Lac, Shawinigan, Québec, G0X 1L0

The Lac-à-la-Tortue Recreational and Tourist Center offers an unforgettable winter experience with its cross-country ski and snowshoeing trails. Enjoy the snowy landscapes and well-maintained facilities for a day of outdoor fun in Mauricie.

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Why go

Just a few hours from Montreal and Quebec City, the Lac-à-la-Tortue Recreational Tourism Center offers you a charming setting for your outdoor adventures. Enjoy a preserved nature, perfect for winter getaways.

What to do

Ice Skating: Glide across the frozen waters of the lake and enjoy the magic of winter in a peaceful environment.
Hiking: Explore the surrounding trails and admire the winter landscapes while breathing in the fresh Mauricie air.
Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for animals that inhabit this region, even in winter.

Nearby

After a day of activities, relax by the lake or have a picnic in a quiet space while enjoying the view of the winter landscape.

Getting there

From Montreal, expect about a 2-hour drive to reach the center. From Quebec City, the trip is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Good to know

Check the weather conditions before you go and make sure to bring warm clothing. Also, consider bringing your skates to fully enjoy the ice activities.

At a glance

Information

Characteristics

Place type

Skating rink

Region

Mauricie

County

Shawinigan

Parking

Available

Parking

The stay

Practical info

Skating rink — ice skating.

📍 Contact

Avenue du Tour-du-Lac, Shawinigan, Québec, G0X 1L0

County : Shawinigan

Leisure & amenities

Services and activities

Land activities

Ice skating

Facilities

Abri / relais chauffé

Source: SIT Québec (Tourinsoft) — open data CC-BY 4.0.

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