Summertime means playtime! In the Laurentians region, you’ll find numerous opportunities to have fun as a family. A trip to a petting farm, a theme park or a day on the water slides will delight both young and old. Extend your getaway in one of the region’s inns, hotels or resorts. Here are our picks for top activities to enjoy as a family.
The Pays-d’en-Haut: A land of outdoor fun!
With its breathtaking mountains and valleys, the Pays-d’en-Haut offers a wide variety of accommodation, dining and tourism options. Sounds like the perfect combination for outdoor enthusiasts and resort-goers! Get your splash on at the giant mountainside water park at Sommet Saint-Sauveur. With something for all ages and interests, including Parc F.U.N., Saint-Sauveur is a refreshing destination all summer long. In the heart of Sainte-Adèle’s rolling hills, stop at Au Pays des Merveilles for enchanting family fun. Get ready to meet your favourite fairytale characters! The nearby beach at Lac Rond is a charming spot to make the most of hot and sunny days and rent watercraft. And you’ll discover your adventurous side on the aerial course at Sommet Morin Heights’ Acro-Nature. The site boasts eight courses accessible by lift, including 35 stations on mobile beams, accordion footbridges, rope bridges, ziplines and more.
Explore national parks
National parks are always a popular choice for families. Entry and equipment rental are free for kids 18 and under. At Parc national d’Oka, enjoy the beach on the shore of Lac des Deux Montagnes to take a refreshing dip and have a family picnic. Rent a kayak, canoe, pedal boat or paddle board for fun on the water, or hike the park’s many trails to discover local flora and fauna. Stay in compact cabins, an Étoile ready-to-camp site, or a classic campsite. To the north, Parc national du Mont-Tremblant offers a wealth of outdoor activities, including via ferrata, fishing and canoe camping. With a network of approximately 82 km of hiking trails and several lakes and rivers, there’s lots for the whole family to enjoy! Book an EXP cabin, a Nature cabin, an Écho cabin or a ready-to-camp campsite. This summer, enjoy a quality stay in nature with the whole gang!
Tremblant: All in one!
Known for its resort and the many dining and accommodation options within, the Mont-Tremblant area is also brimming with activities to make your family vacation a blast! With the help of guides, experience a mega zipline adventure at Ziptrek Ecotours Tremblant. Then, let your inner adventurer shine as you follow the footsteps of a giant at Tonga Lumina, a sensory nighttime walk at the resort. Or, set sail on the majestic Lac Tremblant with Croisières Mont-Tremblant. Situated on the lakeshore, this company will greet you onboard the Grand Manitou II for pleasant boat rides throughout the day. Just a few minutes away, you’ll find Centre nautique Pierre Plouffe, which offers a range of nautical activities like boat and equipment rentals and waterskiing and wakeboarding lessons. From your hotel room door to the great outdoors, D-Tour has everything covered for your next outdoor adventure. Enjoy a guided tour or custom activity including hiking, mountain biking, river paddling or e-biking. Breathe in the fresh air and up your adrenaline just a short ride from your accommodation.
The heart of the Laurentians
Discover the heart of the Laurentians with a vast selection of outdoor activities! À l’Abordage! has kayak and canoe rentals for your next adventure on the water. They’ll help you paddle down the river, then bike back to Val-David. Or, choose from three different packages on Rivière du Diable in Mont-Tremblant. Still have energy to burn? Explore the mountain on horseback with Kanatha-Aki Nature Centre in Val-des-Lacs. You’ll even spot a herd of bison on the way! While you’re there, glide among the treetops on the Aéroline circuit of 18 zip lines. When it’s hot outside, Zone MbPark in Mont-Blanc is the place to be. Have a blast on the WIBIT water play course, rent watercraft, play a game of volleyball, and more! Then, end the day at the Belle-Neige drive-in theatre in Val-Morin, where four different movies are shown each night. Just hang your hat at one of the great lodging options located between Val-Morin and Lac-Supérieur, and you’ll have all the makings of a spectacular vacation in the great outdoors.
Go off the beaten path in the Eastern Laurentians
With as many lodging options as it has lakes and mountains, the Eastern Laurentians is also an ideal spot for your next family vacation. Love watersports? Head to Écho Aloha in Sainte-Marguerite-du-Lac-Masson, which specializes in paddleboard lessons and excursions. Or, bring your sunscreen and beach umbrella for unforgettable days at the sunny Lac Masson municipal beach. Just steps away, you’ll find the Sainte-Marguerite-du-Lac-Masson and Estérel trail network, perfect for an afternoon hike in the heart of nature. Are ATVs and quads more your speed? Or maybe you’re in the mood for fishing, wakeboarding, or an introduction to canicross? Head to Aventures Plein Air Saint-Hippolyte. With lots of accommodation options to choose from nearby, including the famous Estérel Resort, the stage is set for a wonderful vacation!
Charming outfitter vacation options
Get in touch with nature by staying with a local outfitter. At Rivière-Rouge, enjoy a family barbecue, picnic or roaring campfire at Pourvoirie Cécaurel, where each cabin overlooks the jaw-dropping Kiamika Reservoir. And the family-centred Pourvoirie du lac Berval in Mont-Blanc is perfect for lovers of kayaking, paddle boarding, pedal boating, hiking and fatbiking. Keep an eye out, and you’re sure to spot some of the amazing local wildlife! At Pourvoirie Baroux in Amherst, share your passion for fishing and the outdoors with your kids, who get reduced rates and free fishing rod and lifejacket rentals. Surprises await all throughout your stay! For more accommodation options, visit our website.
The Laurentians: Accessible to all!
The region has lots to do for those with reduced mobility. Visit the Village du Père Noël in Val-David and enjoy the mini farm, magic shows, and a visit with Santa Claus at his summer residence! And at Tyroparc in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, you can experience a zipline adventure with a harness equipped with an adapted backrest. Manual assistance is required only to transfer the wearer between activities. Enjoy the view … and the rush of adrenaline! In Mont-Blanc, you can take in magnificent views from atop a 40-metre tower on the Sentier des cimes Laurentides. The boardwalk and panoramic tower are obstacle-free, making them easily accessible in a wheelchair. The site has a maximum slope of 6%, and many areas have no incline whatsoever. Stay in the region at one of these accessible hotels: Le Grand Lodge Mont-Tremblant, Marriott Residence Inn Mont-Tremblant and Super 8 Sainte-Agathe. For a full list of accommodations and activities, visit the Kéroul website.
For all tourism-related questions: info-tourisme@laurentides.com or call: 450 224-7007 | 1 800 561-6673.