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Parc régional du Marécage-des-Scots

Parc régional du Marécage-des-Scots

A 16-km (round-trip) winding trail in the forest, perfect for a family hike. From Waler-McKenzie Park in Scotstown, enjoy numerous stops on the banks of the Salmon River and along McLeod Creek: interpretation panels, picnic tables, viewpoints, and the "log hauler" train ". You can continue on the Mont-Mégantic National Park trail! On your return, visit the charming village of Scotstown, refresh yourself at the water games, rent a boat and sail through a surprising ecosystem. Only 40 minutes from Sherbrooke, no access fees or parking, you will spend a beautiful day in a region to discover.

Departure

Walter-MacKenzie municipal park

15, chemin Victoria Est, Scotstown

Arrival

Mont-Mégantic National Park, Franceville sector

Mont-Mégantic National Park, Franceville sector

Shuttle service

no

Technical specifications

Length : 8 km

Time : 2h30

Linear (one way)

Altitude : 431 m

Drop : 75 m

Difficulty : Easy

  • Spring, summer, fall
  • Closed in hunting season
  • Winter Walk

  • Snowshoeing
  • Accessible in sport stroller
  • Accessible by wheelchair
  • In the mountain (with top)
  • In the forest, little rough
  • Urban
  • Interpretation of nature
  • Dogs permitted
Number of camping platforms on this trail
  • 0
Number of campsites on this trail
  • 37
Number of shelters on this trail
  • 0

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