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Forêt Ô Cascades - Centre de plein air
WazeLa Forêt Ô Cascades is an ecotourism park located in the heart of the Laurentian Forest, offering a variety of outdoor activities, camping, and accommodations surrounded by nature. The park is crisscrossed by a 12-km network of multi-use trails accessible year-round. In the winter, these trails are open for fat biking, Nordic skiing, and ice skating. In the summer, visitors can go hiking, swimming, and tubing down the river.
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Why go
Nestled in the beautiful Lanaudière region, the Forêt Ô Cascades site is a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Just a few hours' drive from Montreal, it offers a multitude of activities for all tastes, all while being surrounded by breathtaking nature.
What to do
Embark on an adventure on fat bikes along the well-maintained forest trails, where each turn brings you closer to nature. In winter, enjoy the joys of ice skating on the lake, perfect for a family outing or with friends. Hiking enthusiasts can explore the many trails winding through picturesque landscapes, while fishing enthusiasts will find prime spots nearby. Lastly, be sure to catch an immersive show for an unforgettable experience.
Nearby
After a day of activities, you can relax around a campfire or have a picnic in one of the many designated areas. The tranquility of the site makes it a perfect place to recharge.
Getting there
From Montreal, expect about a 1.5-hour drive to reach Forêt Ô Cascades. Head north and let the changing landscapes guide you.
Good to know
Be sure to check the weather conditions before your visit, and don’t forget to bring your safety gear. The trails are accessible in different seasons, so plan according to your preferences.
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Characteristics
Recommended gear
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Stand-up paddleboard
Inflatable kayak
PFD / life jacket
Kayak paddle
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Practical info
Outdoor adventure site — swimming, swimming, fishing, canicross, running.
Leisure & amenities
Services and activities
Water activities
- Swimming
- Natation
- Fishing
Land activities
- Canicross
- Course à pied
- Fatbiking
- Ice skating
- Hiking
- Snowshoeing
- Ski nordique
- Hok skiing
- Kicksled
Recreation & discovery
- Atelier
- Concert, spectacle
- Spectacle immersif
- Self-guided tour
Facilities
- Abri / relais chauffé
- Outdoor playground
- Showers
- Service pavilion
- Beach
- Salle de réunion / réception
- Walking trail
- Restrooms
- Dépanneur
- Eau potable
- Électricité
- Wi-Fi
Food & dining
- Picnic area
- BBQ allowed
- Café / tearoom
Services
- Borne de recharge électrique
- Autobus
- Animation disponible
- Tarif de groupe
Accessibility
- Adapted activities & equipment
Other services & activities
- Randonnée hivernale
- Marche sur neige
- Snow tubing
- Patinage extérieur
- Sentier de glace
- Vélo sur neige
- Feux de camp hivernaux
- Initiation à la survie hivernale
- Marche sportive
- Marche
- Course en sentier
- Promenade en forêt
- Chasse au trésor
- Camping sauvage
- Mountain biking
- Vélo électrique
- Cross-country
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