Ange and her family play from tree to tree

Autumn is a season to be seized when it comes! Its beautiful days are, in my opinion, among the most pleasant of the year, so we didn’t hesitate to immerse ourselves in the warm, vibrant colors of October in the Bellechasse region.

On our way to Saint-Philémon, we made a stop in Armagh, at the Parc des chutes d’Armagh, which offers a 5-kilometre network of forest hiking trails along the Armagh River. An ideal route for the whole family, with many magnificent views over the water and various interpretation panels informing us about the surrounding flora and fauna. At the northern end of the trails, a footbridge overlooks a majestic 30-metre waterfall (temporarily closed at the time of our visit, but whose power we were able to glimpse out of the corner of our eye).

As we meandered along the river, we came to the waterfall area, which we particularly enjoyed. It was an inviting place to rest and feel the fiery energy of the rushing water, contrasting with the soothing calm of the forest. Our walk also took us to a brand-new hebertism track, which delighted the children.

Near the reception area is the small Gare museum. The Gare Langlois, dating from 1916, has been renovated and features artifacts and photos from the era. The children are always full of questions when they come across objects from the past (the old telephone, the typewriter and the chamber pot have piqued their curiosity).

It’s great to share their thoughts and realize how comfortable we are today. Armagh Falls Park offers not only a superb forest hike, but also a historical component, and it’s possible to have a meal on site at the restaurant-bar, which serves home-style cooking.