Nestled in the heart of Québec, less than 90 minutes from major urban centres, Mauricie has much to offer. Explore this life-size playground boasting vast forests, parkland, outfitters and 17,500 lakes. It is home to a rich culture: museums, poets, storytellers, authors and musicians. Authentic and friendly... All that’s missing is you.
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Discover your inner hinterlander at this spectacular park, where you’ll enjoy a host of outdoor activities and snowmobile trails in a natural setting replete with pristine snow.
La Mauricie National Park
This outdoor oasis boasts 536 sq km of nature, 140 km of trails and over 150 lakes. It’s the perfect spot to recharge. Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, you’ll enjoy the fresh air scented with conifers. The park’s snow-blanketed terrain make it ideal for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, either for the day or as part of a longer stay.
The new rest stop on the Lac-Solitaire trail is heated with solar power.
La Mauricie National Park is home to the vestiges of forestry companies and hunting and fishing clubs. These include the cottages at the Domaine Wabenaki-Andrew, where you’ll enjoy a cozy night’s sleep. There are also oTENTik tents and winter campsites available.
Pourvoirie Club Hosanna
Who hasn’t dreamt of driving their own dog sled pulled by a beautiful pack of huskies? Go on a solo, family or group adventure with a seasoned guide and take in this outfitter’s fantastic views. Customized packages from a half-day to several days are available. Ready to play in the snow?
Travel back to the time of fur traders on the trapping interpretation excursion.
Other tourist activities are also available with or without accommodations. Snowshoeing, ice fishing, an excursion in a 1950s snowmobile, cross-country skiing and more make Pourvoirie Club Hosanna the go-to winter destination in Mauricie!
Snowmobile country
Mauricie boasts 2,800 km of snowmobile trails. That’s three times the size of France from north to south. Whether you go on an excursion around Saint-Alexis-des-Monts, an outing to Shawinigan or a guided tour of Haute-Mauricie, a number of rest areas, inns and restaurants are available to give a warm welcome to snowmobilers.
Together, Mauricie and Lanaudière boast nearly 5,000 km of trails.
Whether you take the Gazoduc trail in Mékinak, the 360 trail in Matawin or the trail along the Rivière Saint-Maurice, snowmobiling is an unforgettable way to explore Mauricie. However, please always be careful!
The Main Attractions of La Mauricie
Explore the map of the region to discover its cities, towns, must-sees and unusual sites.
CityTrois-Rivières
CitySaint-Alexis-des-Monts
CityShawinigan
CityLa Tuque
CitySaint-Tite
Festival / special eventFestiVoix
Sports eventGrand Prix de Trois-Rivières
Festival / special eventFestival Western de St-Tite
HotelHôtel Sacacomie
AttractionsMauricie’s Route des Brasseurs
Museum / historic siteBoréalis - Centre for the history of the paper industry
RouteThe King’s Road (Chemin du Roy)
Religious building and siteOur Lady of the Cape Shrine
Shopping street / districtOld Trois-Rivières
Museum / historic siteLa Cité de l'énergie
Museum / historic siteVieille prison de Trois-Rivières
Non-traditional lodgingDomaine Notcimik
AttractionsSeaplane tour
OutfitterLa Seigneurie du Triton
Sugar shackCabane à sucre chez Dany
Non-traditional lodgingCAMPagne au Clos Ste-Thècle
AttractionsBear watching
Museum / historic siteMagasin général Le Brun
Theme attractionLumberjack Village
SpaMassages by the water at Le Baluchon Eco resort