Hiking with friends at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonHiking with friends at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
©Hiking with friends in Parc du Massif du Sud|Paul Dusseault

A must Massif du Sud Park

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Less well known than its northern cousin, but just as epic: four peaks, two valleys, crystal-clear rivers, ancient forests… and a massif that climbs to 917 metres. Here, you can pick up the phone for real!

 Mount Chocolate

Is it her delicious name that makes her so popular? Who knows! One thing’s for sure: this trail has it all – riverside, maple groves, belvedere and two of the park’s finest panoramas. A sportier return variant is also available.

Excellent value for money… and one of the first summits to turn red and gold in autumn!

Length: 8.1 km – Vertical rise: 380 m – Approximate duration: 2 h – 2 h 30

Friends with their dogs at the Mont Chocolat lookout in the Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonFriends with their dogs at the Mont Chocolat lookout in the Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
©Friends and their dogs at the Mont Chocolat lookout in the Parc du Massif du Sud|Paul Dusseault

    Not to be missed

    01 

    The hidden gem… in Le Massif!

    La Crête des Grives (11.1 km) is a hiker’s well-kept secret: old-growth forest, crystal-clear rivers, breathtaking panoramas… a hidden gem in the heart of Le Massif du Sud. Discover it before it’s the talk of the town!

    View from the summit of Crête des Grives at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonView from the summit of Crête des Grives at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
    ©View from the summit of Crête des Grives at Parc du Massif du Sud|Parc du Massif du Sud
      Friends walking near a Pod at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonFriends walking near a Pod at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
      ©Friends walking near a Pod in Parc du Massif du Sud|Stéphanie Allard

        02 

        Sleep in the forest. Waking up zen.

        Warm refuges, welcoming yurts, stylish pods, boreal tents or cozy ready-to-camp cabins… all the comforts you need to enjoy nature, or the ideal starting point for a long hike.

        03 

        Small caves… big effect!

        The Abris-sous-roche trail (4.3 km – approx. 1 hr. 30 min.) leads to astonishing rock formations nestled in the forest, after a climb punctuated by ladders and spectacular views of the Collines du Nord. A short but memorable adventure, loved by families… and approved by our kids!

        Climb curious rock formations on the rock shelter trail in Saint-Philémon's Parc du Massif du Sud.Climb curious rock formations on the rock shelter trail in Saint-Philémon's Parc du Massif du Sud.
        ©Climb curious rock formations on the Massif du Sud Park's rock shelter trail|Stéphanie Allard
          Swimming in the river at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonSwimming in the river at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
          ©Swimming in the river at Parc du Massif du Sud | Ange Hébert-Corriveau

            04 

            Climb, jump… cool off!

            Life-size hebertism courses, rope bridges, tunnels and climbing blocks… And to finish: a surprise swim in a clear river. Ange and her family loved it (and she talks about it right here)!

            05 

            Mountain biking downhill

            Trails that are sometimes technical, sometimes rolling, but above all accessible. A trip well worth the detour. A sure-fire hit with riders!

            Friends on a mountain bike trail at Parc du Massif du Sud in St-PhilémonFriends on a mountain bike trail at Parc du Massif du Sud in St-Philémon
            ©Friends on a mountain bike trail in Parc du Massif du Sud|Paul Dusseault
              Children under the bouncing nets at the Ziptopia adventure park in Saint-PhilémonChildren under the bouncing nets at the Ziptopia adventure park in Saint-Philémon
              ©Children under the bouncing nets at Ziptopia adventure park |Lydiane autour du monde

                06 

                Zipotopia… A bonus dose of adrenalin!

                Zip lines, bouncing nets, high obstacles, a real adventure… Something to encourage you, to surpass yourself and to create unforgettable family memories. Psitt… it’s on the same site as Le Massif, but independent. Convenient, eh?

                Practical information
                • When is it open?

                  Open year-round, except for a few weeks between seasons, as needed. Schedule may vary. For more details, visit their website.

                • What are the rates?

                  Seniors (65+): $7
                  Adults: $9
                  Students (18 to 25): $7
                  Students (13 to 17): $4.50
                  12 years and under: Free
                  *Taxes included

                Le Parc du Massif du Sud in pictures

                Couple accompanied by their dog on a hike at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonCouple accompanied by their dog on a hike at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Couple accompanied by their dog on a hike in Parc du Massif du Sud|Paul Dusseault
                Friends crossing a footbridge during a hike at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonFriends crossing a footbridge during a hike at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Friends crossing a footbridge during a hike in Parc du Massif du Sud|Paul Dusseault
                Hiking with friends at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonHiking with friends at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Hiking with friends in Parc du Massif du Sud|Paul Dusseault
                Forêt ancienne du sentier de la crête des Grives au Parc du Massif du Sud de Saint-PhilémonForêt ancienne du sentier de la crête des Grives au Parc du Massif du Sud de Saint-Philémon
                ©Forêt ancienne du sentier de la crête des Grives at Parc du Massif du Sud |Geneviève tessier
                Bathing with friends in waterfalls at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonBathing with friends in waterfalls at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Bathing with friends in waterfalls at Parc du Massif du Sud|Stéphanie Allard
                Bathing with friends in waterfalls at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonBathing with friends in waterfalls at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Bathing with friends in waterfalls at Parc du Massif du Sud|Stéphanie Allard
                A nature picnic while hiking with friends at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonA nature picnic while hiking with friends at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©A nature picnic while hiking with friends in Parc du Massif du Sud |Stéphanie Allard
                Friends walking near a Pod at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonFriends walking near a Pod at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Friends walking near a Pod in Parc du Massif du Sud|Stéphanie Allard
                Hiking with friends at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonHiking with friends at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Hiking with friends in Parc du Massif du Sud|Stéphanie Allard
                Hiking with friends at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonHiking with friends at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Hiking with friends in Parc du Massif du Sud|Stéphanie Allard
                Group of friends camping in an RV Parc du Massif du Sud de Saint-PhilémonGroup of friends camping in an RV Parc du Massif du Sud de Saint-Philémon
                ©Group of friends camping in an RV Parc du Massif du Sud |Stéphanie Allard
                Father and daughter mountain biking at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonFather and daughter mountain biking at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Father and daughter mountain biking in Parc du Massif du Sud |Lydiane autour du monde
                Mother-daughter hike at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonMother-daughter hike at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Mother-daughter hike at Parc du Massif du Sud |Lydiane autour du monde
                Hiking at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonHiking at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Hiking in the Parc du Massif du Sud|Stéphanie Allard
                Autumn colors at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonAutumn colors at Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Autumn colors at Parc du Massif du Sud|Stéphanie Allard
                Children on Ziptopia's tree-in-tree aerial courses and zip lines in the Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-PhilémonChildren on Ziptopia's tree-in-tree aerial courses and zip lines in the Parc du Massif du Sud in Saint-Philémon
                ©Children on Ziptopia's tree-in-tree aerial courses and zip lines | Ange Hébert-Corriveau

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