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Dog-friendly outings in Quebec: beaches, trails and parks where your dog is welcome

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Sorties avec son chien au Québec : plages, sentiers et parcs où il est le bienvenu

Dogs are part of the family, but they are not allowed everywhere: most national parks restrict them to a few trails, public beaches ban them in summer, and every regional park has its rules. This guide gathers Quebec’s hiking trails, beaches and parks that allow pets, with each one’s listing and conditions.

The rules

Leash required almost everywhere, maximum length often set at two or three metres, waste bags to bring. A few beaches and parks have an off-leash area, noted on the listing. Access can change with the season: some trails close to dogs during nesting or hunting periods.

Preparing the outing

Water for the dog, a folding bowl, a towel for the car after the beach and a collar with your contact information. In hot weather, aim for the morning: asphalt and sand burn paw pads in the afternoon. For long hikes, shaded forest trails along a lake or river are the most comfortable.

🐕 Places by region

MontrealQuebecLavalAbitibi-TémiscamingueBas-Saint-LaurentCentre-du-QuébecCharlevoixChaudière-AppalachesCôte-NordEastern TownshipsEeyou Istchee Baie-JamesGaspésieÎles-de-la-MadeleineLanaudièreLaurentidesMauricieMontérégieOutaouaisSaguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean

Montreal

12 places

Mount Royal Park

Designed by Frederick L. Olmsted, this park boasts a network of walking paths and stairs that will lead to you a variety of landscapes.

Parc-nature de l’Ile-de-la-Visitation

A true historical gem! Located along the Rivière des Prairies, at the very heart of the history of Sault-au-Récollet, this park abounds in historical elements, such as the Site des Moulins ruins, the Maison du Pressoir and the Maison du Meunier.

Parc-nature de l’Anse-à-l’Orme

Located opposite Lac des Deux-Montagnes, this linear park is a favourite of windsurfers and boaters, who come for the prevailing west winds.

Parc-nature du Bois-de-l’Île-Bizard

By bicycle or on foot, explore the many paths of this large park.

Parc Jarry

This park, which offers a magnificent view of Mount Royal, is known for its world-class tennis stadium.

Parc-nature du Cap-Saint-Jacques

Whether you are at the ecological farm, in a picnic area, on the beach or in the forest, you will appreciate this area set in the wilderness.

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Quebec

27 places

Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier

This park is home to one of Québec’s most spectacular glacial valleys, the Jacques-Cartier valley.

Canyon Sainte-Anne

Walking in pure nature!Discover the spectacular canyon carved out of the 1.2 billion year old rock by a 74 m waterfall, its mini canyon and its giant's kettle.

Parc de la Chute-Montmorency

The 83 m high waterfall, 30 m higher than Niagara Falls, is surrounded by footpaths and lookouts that invite you to take a breathtaking stroll.

Parc naturel régional de Portneuf

This regional nature park covers a 70-km2 (27-sq. mi.) territory of some of the most extraordinarily beautiful rock formations.

Promenade Samuel-De Champlain

The promenade Samuel-De Champlain is a large green space that extends along the St. Lawrence River.

Stoneham mountain Resort

Located 20 minutes from Québec City, this resort offers winter skiing in a peaceful environment surrounded by nature, with ski in/ski out accommodations, restaurants, lively après-ski parties and events throughout winter.

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Laval

2 places

Bois de l’Équerre

Being one of the last large urban forests in Laval, Bois de l'Équerre is home to a variety of ecosystems that greatly contribute to our life quality.

Bois Papineau

These woods offer 6.9 km (4.3 mi.) of trails through diverse ecosystems.

Abitibi-Témiscamingue

20 places

Sentiers pédestres et poste d’observation Grand Héron

Built in the heart of a mixed forest, these trails feature interpretation panels all about the area’s fauna and flora.

Parc national d’Aiguebelle

Come observe traces of the ice age, lava flows and rocks that are 2.7 billion years old.

Parc-Aventure Joannès

Picture yourself flying from one tree top to another, walking on a high wire, or ziplining above a breathtaking view of lac Joannès!

Parc national d’Opémican

Experience this brand new national park and explore the pristine rivière and lac Kipawa and the cliffs of lac Témiscamingue.

ZEC Kipawa

The Kipawa ZEC offers a wide range of activities, including fishing for bass, pike, walleye, whitefish, yellow perch and lake trout, and hunting for ruffled grouse, hare, moose, black bear and spruce grouse.

Forêt ornithologique Askikwaj

These trails wind though the Forêt ornithologique Askikwaj, a conservation area home to many lakes and a hill.

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Bas-Saint-Laurent

23 places

La Forêt de Maître Corbeau – Sentiers aériens

With 94 games that increase in difficulty, over 2 km of aerial trails and a series of six ziplines, this forest has courses for participants of all ages!

Parcs des Chutes et de la Croix

In the heart of Rivière-du-Loup, a stop is a must in front of the spectacular 33-metre waterfall, which can be admired from one of the footbridges overlooking the river.

Putep’t-awt Site d’observation de Cacouna

Come and meet our interpreter-guides, who will introduce you to Wolastoqey culture while immersing you in the fascinating world of marine mammals with the "Window on Belugas" activity!

Parc Beauséjour

This urban park plays host to numerous cultural, sporting and outdoor activities.

Pointe-au-Père National Wildlife Area

National wildlife area encompassing 21.7 hectares (53.6 acres) of intertidal marsh in the St. Lawrence, 8 km (5 mi.) northeast of Rimouski.
Free

Camping d’Eau Claire

You'll enjoy this enchanting site in the heart of nature, on the shores of Grand lac Squatec.

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Centre-du-Québec

27 places

Parc des chutes Lysander

Visit this park and admire the Lysander waterfalls, standing 15 metres high.

Camping lac aux Bouleaux

This campground offers 230 three-service sites, a outside restaurant-bar, convenience store that sells beer and wine, an 18-hole mini-golf course, two parks for the kids, a sandy beach on a nice lake (water quality A).

Parc du Réservoir-Beaudet

This reservoir is a birdwatcher’s delight, with over 269 catalogued species.

Parc écomaritime de l’Anse-du-Port – Passerelles de Nicolet et Centre d’interprétation

A network of wooden boardwalks will help you discover this ecological park running along Lac Saint-Pierre.

Parc du Mont Arthabaska

This park features trails for hiking, mountain biking, fatbiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and tube sliding.

Parc de la rivière Bourbon

This park features 2 km (1.2 mi.) of walking trails and access to the bike path.

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Charlevoix

11 places

Parc national des Grands-Jardins

A memorable getaway awaits you at this park showcasing the beauty of the boreal forest and tundra.

Parc national des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie

The parc is one of Québec's most beautiful natural monuments.

Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu

Naturally spectacular, overlooking the St.Lawrence seaway and only 90 minutes from Québec City, Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu & Casino boasts a rich tradition of hospitality and offers a peaceful nature getaway combined with the comforts of a resort.

Le Massif de Charlevoix

This recreational mountain offers terrain between the river and the mountains, outdoor activities in summer and winter, excellent local cuisine and lodging right on the mountain.

Palissades de Charlevoix

Aventurex offers and organizes climbing activities, via ferrata and mountain adventure packages in some of Quebec's most beautiful destinations, in collaboration with the L'Ascensation climbing school, a pioneer of modern climbing since 1989.

Mont Grand-Fonds

Authentic and family-friendly, this 4-season multi-activity center combines charm and character.

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Chaudière-Appalaches

21 places

Rouillard Falls Park

Come enjoy this oasis of fresh air and tranquility!

Parc des Chutes-de-la-Chaudière

This urban park is one of Lévis's top attractions.

Parc national de Frontenac

Nature, wildlife, boating and camping activities on Grand lac Saint-François.

Domaine de la Seigneurie

Park crossed by the Route Verte bike path including an island.

Domaine Small

Domaine Small is a vineyard, distillery and maple grove that has been managed organically for 20 years.

Parc des Chutes d’Armagh

Nature in its purest form.

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Côte-Nord

12 places

Sentier polyvalent du Club Le Morillon

Located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, this trail offers breathtaking views of the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park.

Les Sentiers des Monts-Groulx – Uapishka

From Route 389, you can take four mountain trails through dense high altitude boreal forests of spruce stands.

Réserve faunique de Port-Cartier – Sept-Îles

Larger than life, Port-Cartier-Sept-Îles Wildlife Reserve is a land of breathtaking landscapes in a natural setting that leaves no one indifferent.

Village forestier d’antan de Franquelin

Vibrant heritage, generous nature and restful nights.

Chute Manitou

This must-see attraction lies about 85 km (53 mi.) east of Sept-Îles and 35 km (22 mi.) from Rivière-au-Tonnerre.

Mer et monde ecotours

An experience linking humans and natureWe provide people with the opportunity to commune with nature while enjoying a relaxing sea kayaking or lodging experience.

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Eastern Townships

85 places

Plage du lac Stukely (Parc national du Mont-Orford)

Discover Lake Stukely beach, a magnificent supervised beach with clear water and equipped with a playground for children.

Plage du lac Fraser (Parc national du Mont-Orford)

Discover Lake Fraser beach, a magnificent supervised beach with clear water and equipped with a playground for children and a professional beach volleyball court.

Les sentiers de la Forêt habitée de Dudswell

Crossing the wooded massif, the Forêt habitée trails stretch for some ten kilometers and are marked out with identification and interpretation panels.
Free

Parc Ouellette

In Ouellette Park, a water and recreational equipment rental centre is open during the summer, offering free rental of all types of watercraft (canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, including life jackets and emergency kits), as well as fun games, such as Spikeball, Finnish bowling, ladder ball games and bean bag games.

Plage du parc de la Baie-de-Magog

Superb Lake Memphremagog is the perfect setting for a picnic, sand castle or swim with family and friends.

Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook

The Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook offers a wide range of activities.

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Eeyou Istchee Baie-James

4 places

Nibiischii Corporation – Albanel-Mistassini-Waconichi Wildlife Reserve

Discover our packages with or without fishing in a chalet, floating chalet, prospector camp, Coolbox or camping in one of our four developed sites.

Parc régional Obalski

Magnificent regional park full of amenities whose mission is to promote outdoor recreational activities in a natural setting and encourage forest conservation and wildlife preservation.

Zone récréative du Lac Matagami

Explore nine marked natural trails and discover the boreal forest, the taiga and the tundra.

Réseau Bell – Nature

This park on the banks of the Bell River offers approximately 3 km of trails lead you to the observation tower, rapids, and a terrace, from where you can observe nature.

Gaspésie

21 places

Percé’s hiking trails

Percé is a hot-spot for walkers, boasting some 75 km (46 mi.) of trails.

Percé UNESCO global geopark

The UNESCO Global Geopark of Percé offers lovers of geology, adventure and thrills a unique opportunity to discover 500 million years of history.

Domaine des Chutes du Ruisseau Creux

Located on Chaleur Bay, this tourist recreation park boasts hiking and cycling trails.

Réserve faunique de Matane

Recognized above all for its exceptionally rich wildlife, Matane Wildlife Reserve offers visitors a stunning panorama of mountains and deep valleys furrowed by majestic rivers.

Plage du Parc des îles

Perfect for relaxing or enjoying various activities, this park is connected to the city hall district and Mathieu-D’Amours dam by a pedestrian bridge.

International Appalachian Trail – Québec GR A1 (IAT-QC)

This trail covers more than 650 km (405 mi.), crossing the entire Gaspésie tourist region.

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Îles-de-la-Madeleine

1 place

Pointe de l’Est National Wildlife Area

This National Wildlife Area was established in 1978 to protect habitats for migratory birds' staging areas and breeding grounds for at-risk species.
Free

Lanaudière

37 places

Randonnée pédestre – Forêt Ô Cascades

Forêt Ô Cascades, located an hour from Montreal, is a 4-season ecotourism park offering 12 km of hiking trails.

Parc régional du lac Taureau

Lac Taureau Regional Park is home to the largest body of water located less than 2 hours from Montreal.

Réserve faunique Rouge-Matawin

Reserve with over 450 lakes and rivers and numerous mountains.

Parc du Grand-Coteau

You'll be charmed by this natural environment where you can relax and enjoy your favorite activities!

Parc régional des Chutes-Monte-à-Peine-et-des-Dalles

A network of over 26 km of hiking trails leading to several waterfalls and bridges.

Vignoble Saint-Gabriel

This vineyard produces seven organic wines certified by Ecocert Canada.

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Laurentides

33 places

Parc de la rivière Doncaster

Open-air activities for the entire family 50 minutes from Montréal in Sainte-Adèle, in the Laurentides.

Parc national du Mont-Tremblant

The dean of Quebec's national parks, two-thirds of which are located in the Lanaudière region.

Centre de plein air Roger-Cabana

In winter, take advantage of our forest ice trail for skating in a magnificent natural setting, as well as trails specially designed for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Centre d’activités nature Kanatha Aki

Welcome to Kanatha-Aki, Native American philosophy meaning "guardian of the land without borders" in Algonquin.

Parc Nature du Lac Beattie

This nature park is located 50 minutes from Montréal and offers a wide variety of year-round outdoor activities in a 100% preserved environment.

Parc national d’Oka

From the Calvaire Hill to Lac des Deux-Montagnes, history abounds.

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Mauricie

25 places

Sentiers Aux berges du Lac Castor

This hiking and snowshoeing network is made of 16 trails totalling about 30 kilometres (18.5 mi.).

Camping lac aux sables

Just one hour from Trois-Rivières, this campground is located in Lac-aux-Sables in the magnificent Mauricie region.

Réserve faunique Mastigouche

The reserve's special appeal is a magnet for visitors who come to enjoy other recreational activities for the day or to stay at one of the superb cabins located in enchanting surroundings.

La Mauricie National Park

An array of trails, lodgings, forests, lakes and beaches are available to outdoor enthusiasts, campers and sports enthusiasts, summer and winter alike: road biking, hiking, paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, swimming, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and much more.

Parc des Chutes-de-la-Petite-Rivière-Bostonnais

The Bostonnais River transforms into a 30-metre waterfall as it enters the park.

Domaine Enchanteur (au Domaine de la forêt perdue)

Spend a great day outdoors and share unforgettable memories with family or friends.

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Montérégie

17 places

Glissades et Camping les cèdres

Come enjoy this waterpark's sliding and swimming facilities, including four waterslides and two pools.

Parc historique de la Pointe-du-Moulin

A heritage site where visitors can take a guided tour of the oldest working mill in Québec (built in 1708), its miller's house (built between 1785 and 1791) and the interpretation centre with its two exhibitions.

Sentiers de L’escapade

Located in the heart of Mont Rigaud, this recreational park features 27 km of trails.

Lake Saint-François National Wildlife Area

A national wildlife reserve created to preserve a unique collection of marshes and swamps, home to an exceptionally diverse flora and fauna.
Free

Arbraska Mont St-Grégoire

Discover the ultimate family fun experience, located less than 30 minutes from Montréal!

Oasis Surf

Indoor surfing, resto-bar, shop.

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Outaouais

40 places

Réserve faunique de Papineau-Labelle

In summer, enjoy the fine sand beaches and calm lakes where you can set out in your canoe, kayak or pedal boat.

Parc national de Plaisance

Located on a series of islands in the Ottawa River, the Parc national de Plaisance is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, particularly birdwatchers: over 250 species can be observed all year.

Parc des Montagnes Noires de Ripon

The Parc des Montagnes Noires de Ripon has 17 trails (total length 25 km) for hiking, mountain biking, fat biking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and board sports.

Plage du Pont blanc

Located in the Pontiac MRC, just 1h30 from Gatineau-Ottawa, Plage du Pont Blanc is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and families in search of relaxation.

Arbraska Laflèche

In the heart of the Val-des-Monts forests, Arbraska Laflèche invites you to enjoy a unique experience where nature and adventure meet.

Sentier du Rocher-à-l’Oiseau

The Oiseau Rock Trail is a 5 km hiking trail (9 km round trip) through the forest Migizi Kiishkaabikaan (Algonquin).

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Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean

23 places

Parc national du Fjord-du-Saguenay

Imagine standing among breathtaking cliffs and steep slopes.

Parc de la Rivière-du-Moulin

Discover the pleasures of the outdoors in the city!

Parc Octopus

One of the three largest floating water parks in Canada.

Au Fil des Rivières

This bike path is a 45-km (28-mi.) loop linking Albanel to Girardville, running through the forest and blueberry fields, and along the Mistassini and Ouasiemsca rivers.

Parc national des Monts-Valin

Set in the heart of the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region, this national park boasts peaks over 900 m (2,953 ft.) high, spectacular views, and rivers and other bodies of water ideal for hikers, canoeists and fishing enthusiasts.

Rivière-à-Mars (Contact Nature)

In the respect of our nature!Experience Contact Nature in all seasons and discover the fjord and its surroundings through hiking, camping, salmon fishing and ice fishing!

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