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Petite-Rivière-Saint-François is the village where Le Massif de Charlevoix is situated.
Located near Baie-Saint-Paul and about an hour from Quebec City, many of the municipality’s tourist attractions are well known.
Here is a non-exhaustive list of things to do with your family in Petite-Rivière-Saint-François.
Book a cottage for rent in Petite-Rivière-Saint-François now to enjoy these activities!
Photo credit: Municipality of Petite-Rivière-Saint-François
Parc des Riverains is located near the village’s quay.
A playground and water games are available on-site to entertain the little ones.
The sandy beach, games of beach volleyball and the wide grassy areas where you can bask in the pleasant atmosphere or throw your favourite ball around provide fun and entertainment to adults.
The dining area with wooden tables and a snack bar allow visitors to spend an extended day in the sun without having to travel.
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Photo credit: Claude Fortin
The Sentier des Caps is a trail set up as a cross-country ski trail where it’s also possible to practise snowshoeing during the winter season and hiking in the summer.
It’s the result of the collaboration between the towns of Saint-Tite-des-Caps and Petite-Rivière-Saint-François, the two of which joined forces to create a corporation for the trail, the Corporation du Sentier des Caps de Charlevoix.
One of its two reception posts, the one located in the mountainous area of Le Massif, allows you to discover the distinctive beauty and lusciousness of the region’s ancient forests.
It is open during the summer and winter and features shelters, a campsite and multiple observation points designed to provide comfort for those who use them.
The trail offers several runs that are rated according to their difficulty level and length. Many are adapted to suit the different individual skill levels and preferences of families.
If you don’t have the needed equipment, the necessary equipment can be rented on site.
Photo credit: Alain Blanchette
The sled run at the Massif has a length of 7.5 km and is where one can practise sledding, also known as sledging or tobogganing.
Incorporated into the ski resort of Le Massif, this attraction will appeal to families, and especially children!
An activity that is easy to access and requires little physical effort and technique, sledding will provide fun and thrills to children without spending too much energy.
The sled is run groomed daily and is marked and exclusively reserved for sledding.
An equipped midway shelter allows you to enjoy a break while savouring a warm beverage.
The sled run welcomes families, as well as individuals or corporations. Sledding is a fun activity to do with your family in Petite-Rivière-Saint-François that is not to be missed!
Photo credit: Alain Blanchette
Le Massif de Charlevoix is a ski resort that has everything to offer and that doesn’t often need to be promoted given its popularity.
It offers alpine ski slopes that literally spread out into the St. Lawrence, guaranteeing an exhilarating skiing experience.
In addition to alpine skiing, Le Massif offers sledding, cross-country skiing, backcountry or off-piste skiing and snowshoeing, as well as a large network of well-appointed and well-marked hiking trails.
The multitude of activities available at the Massif makes it an excursion that families are guaranteed to love.
In the summer, tens of kilometres of carefully groomed trails are made available to the public.
With picnic tables, lookouts and simple vantage points, these trails allow hikers to enjoy a unique view of the mountain scenery.
As of most recently, mountain biking is now also possible at the resort.
Photo credit: Alain Blanchette
The Petite-Rivière-Saint-François skating rink offers two ice rinks: one for free skating and a second for hockey.
Managed by the municipality, the ice rinks can be reserved for group or private events, whether they be family, corporate or other types of events.
During the summer, dek hockey is also available as an option in which to participate.
It’s noteworthy to mention that the municipality of Petite-Rivière has hosted the provincial hockey championship since 2017.
Spread over three weekends and involving no fewer than 275 players, the championship is open to all spectators without cost. The event is an opportunity to party and liven up the village with a spirited atmosphere.
Photo credit: Alain Blanchette
Dog sledding is a fun activity that allows visitors to discover the region’s magnificent landscapes in an alternative and undoubtedly unique way.
Thanks to the musher, the driver of your dog sled, you can be lulled by the gentle ripple of the sled on the snow-packed trail.
Should you wish to participate in this activity, La Reine et le Millionaire is the closest kennel to turn to in Baie-Saint-Paul.
The activities they propose range from one-hour walks to 5-day guided off-trail expeditions with overnight accommodation at the shelter. The kennel staff will be happy to advise you on the most suitable outing depending on your skill level and time availability.
The staff employed by the kennel is professionally trained and has extensive knowledge of the environment and area, allowing you to enjoy the experience fully.
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