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Picture the Laurentians, the quiet forests,
the cool lakes and the beautiful rolling hills. Now picture
the Laurentians without the crowds, without the traffic and
without every lake having another cottage. That's Lanaudiere!
Sharing the same Laurentian forests and features,
this is the wilder more natural version. Rivers, lakes and
rolling mountains are everywhere you look and outdoor opportunities
abound. Adding to the regions appeal is its accessibility,
Hwy 125 or 25 directly access the area. It almost seems a
shame to let the secret out. (Map of Lanaudiere ) |
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| Like the
Laurentians, you'll find quaint Inns and
restaurants throughout the region. Rawdon and St
Donat are well know for these. In the east, the
areas major center, Joliette, has all of the
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| Berthierville
is located in the south east
along the major corridor, Hwy 40
and will also provide a visitor
with all of the conveniences you
desire. For the most part, the
region is made up of small, quite
French Canadian towns, many
settled centuries ago. |
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| Another key
element shared by these two sisters is Mont Tremblant
Provincial Park. The
Laurentian region claims this as a crown jewel
but ironically, the majority of the park is in
the Lanaudiere region. There are two access
points here at La Pembina above St Donat and the
L'Assomption at the eastern gate. The Pembina
sector is where you'll find the thinnest crowds
and some excellent nature viewing. The park of
course, also has mountain biking, hiking, backpacking,
canoeing and cross country
and backcountry skiing
in the winter. Speaking of winter, don't forget
the parks excellent hut
system where you can
traverse the park sleeping in wood heated
shelters along the way. Dog
Sledding enthusiasts
should contact the ZEC's des Nymphes. |
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If
your looking for Camping Lanaudiere has
lots of front country
camping in Tremblant
Provincial Park. The
areas Wildlife
Reserves (Reserve
Faunique)also have
campsites available as do
the regions ZEC's. There are
excellent backcountry
sites in the Oureau
Forest. There are several
region parks in the area,
including the Parc des
Chutes-Dorwin which
surrounds the beautiful
falls in Rawdon. Nearby
you'll also find another
beautiful falls at the
Parc des Cascades
regional park. Hikers have lots of
options in the area
ranging from easy walks
to water falls in the
regional parks to some
serious climbs on the
Oureau trail or the Noire
near St Donat.
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| Again Tremblant
has lots to offer in this area with many trails
to choose from. Backpackers can take advantage of, you guessed it
Tremblant Park and the Oureau forest both of
which have facilities and trails. |
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| Canoeists have a number
of rivers to choose from
including the Assomption
in Tremblant and the
Quereau river in the
forest of the same name.
Campsites are available
on both rivers and
portage trails surround
the white water on the
Assomption. If you are a White Water
Paddler you can choose
to run the rapids. |
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| There is great
birding south of Berthierville in the Iles de
Sorel where you can combine your passion with
some Hiking. Mountain Bikers
are well served in by the Oureau forest which has
lots of trails to ride. Tremblant Park also has
good biking. Check with the ZECs for other
opportunities.
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| Visiting from
outside Quebec: Quebecers have a
unique place in Canada as one of the founding
peoples. The interaction of the two cultures,
while not always seamless, has contributed to a
rich diversity and unique style found no where
else in North America. Quebec's natural heritage,
is only now being fully appreciate by the rest of
the world. The Charlevoix, a world heritage site,
the Gaspesie with the spectacular Chic Chocs, the
Torngates of the North are just a few of the
natural wonders of the province. We have put
together pointers to help make your visit to this
unique province even more enjoyable.
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| Visiting from
outside Canada:
Depending on your country of origin you may have
little to understand or adapt to when you visit
Canada. On the other hand many of Canada's
customs, its commerce and cultural may be vary
new to some visitors. We have put together a list
of helpful information to assist you in your
planning and when you have reached your
destination. |
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