Free (or Almost) Family Outings

Pampering the Family

Les meilleures sorties en famille ne sont pas toujours celles qui coûtent le plus cher. Cet hiver, profitez de moments de qualité au grand air grâce à des activités accessibles qui invitent à créer de précieux souvenirs ensemble. Parce que les plus beaux plaisirs de la saison froide se trouvent souvent dans les choses les plus simples.

Experience Nature at a Slower Pace

Granby

At the Centre d’Interprétation de la Nature du Lac Boivin, winter welcomes you to slow down and rediscover the joy of experiencing the great outdoors. Whether it’s cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, riding a fatbike, or just taking a walk along snow-covered trails, each outing offers you the chance to observe nature up close. You can even take a moment to feed the birds! A rejuvenating, accessible getaway where the whole family will enjoy plenty of fresh air as they explore the park and marvel at what they’ll discover here.
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Discover Winter in Brome Lake

Lac-Brome

In the town of Brome Lake, winter transforms Douglass Beach and the lake itself into a vast playground where families find all kinds of fun ways to enjoy the season. Skating on the frozen lake, heading out on snowshoes or cross-country skis along the snow-covered shoreline, or perhaps you’d be tempted to try a Scandinavian kicksled! With the lake’s panoramic views, the crisp, fresh air and the warmth of the outdoor fireplace, it’s a perfectly accessible destination for a fun, relaxing moment.
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Explore Snowy Forest Trails

Coaticook

As you arrive at the Parc Harold F. Baldwin, better known as Mount Pinacle, all you need to do is put on your snowshoes or crampons to enjoy a heaping cup of fresh air without breaking the bank! The snow-covered trails invite you to slow down as you admire the winter landscapes and savour the time spent together. Free for residents of the Coaticook MRC and offered to visitors to the area for a small fee, this outing proves that the best family activities don’t need to be expensive!
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Skating under the Lights in Magog

Magog

As evening settles in, Magog’s frozen skating path offers a magical fairy tale setting. Between the sparkling lights, the vibrant ambiance and the heated chalets welcoming you to relax for a while, at every turn you’ll create some truly joyful family moments! Again, an activity encouraging you to think differently as you realize you don’t need to spend a fortune to fully enjoy winter!
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Explore Bromont on Cross-Country Skis

Brome-Missisquoi

Grab your skis, adjust your children’s hats and head out to Bromont to breathe in the fresh crisp winter air! Follow the path along the base of the mountain on the 15 km C1 trail and glide along the Equestrian Centre’s 8 km track. Or, better yet, explore the Villageois Network taking you through Vieux-Bromont. On the way, enjoy a delicious hot chocolate stop! With its 17 km of easy, well-groomed trails, accessible for free, it will be well worth your while to see your family enjoy a successful introduction to the sport of cross-country skiing. In fact, they’ll definitely want to repeat the experience!
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Glide into the Heart of Winter

Saint-Robert-Bellarmin

Surrounded by the snow-covered landscapes of Saint-Robert-Bellarmin, this frozen trail invites you to enjoy the simple pleasures of winter. Lace up your skates and glide through the peaceful natural surroundings, taking in the crisp winter air along the way. It’s a lovely way to spend time together as a family and enjoy the little moments that make winter so special.
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