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A unique competition of its kind involves skiing or snowboarding down a 250 m (820-ft.) vertical drop so as to reach maximum speed and then cross Lac Picalo, more than 65 m (214.5-ft.) long.
For families
Children's entertainment on site, a picnic area and restrooms for breaks.
Good to know
Free parking and pets allowed.
Aqua-neige is located in Sainte-Irène (Gaspésie), about 330 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.
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Aqua-neige is located at 115, rte Val-d'Irène, Sainte-Irène, in the Gaspésie region. It is about 330 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.
The event takes place from April 16 to 18, 2027.
Yes: free on-site parking.
Yes: dining room, snack bar, cafeteria and picnic area.
Yes, pets are allowed.
Yes, children will find on site: children's entertainment, inflatable games and snow sliding.
Fatbike, snowshoeing, downhill skiing / snowboarding, cross-country skiing and snow scooter.
On site: restrooms and lockers.
Yes, groups are welcome. Contact the establishment to plan your visit.
You can reach the establishment by phone at 418 629-3450 or on its website: valdi.ski/evenements/aqua-neige.html.
Aqua-neige is one of the outing ideas listed by Sortir au Québec in Sainte-Irène. Explore more activities, festivals and discoveries across Québec.
Last updated: August 13, 2026
