{"id":5821,"date":"2020-10-15T14:29:12","date_gmt":"2020-10-15T14:29:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.chic-chac.com\/activities-and-playgrounds\/winter\/snowshoe\/"},"modified":"2023-09-06T18:09:19","modified_gmt":"2023-09-06T18:09:19","slug":"snowshoe","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chic-chac.com\/en\/activities\/winter\/snowshoe\/","title":{"rendered":"Snowshoe"},"content":{"rendered":"
[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” column_separator_row=””][vc_column][gt3_spacing height=”10px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][gt3_spacing height=”35px”][gt3_custom_text text_color=”#000000″ font_size=”16″]Once an indispensable instrument for the survival of independent entrepreneurial French-Canadian traders who roamed the lands covered with abundant and durable snow, snowshoeing is now widely used as an outdoor activity, accessible and appreciated by all. Whether it’s for a short walk in the forest or to climb the most beautiful snowy mountains, our Gaspesian snowshoe trails are perfect for discovering and appreciating the beauty of winter whether you’re a family or a seasoned hiker. Known for its vast forest, abundant wildlife and breathtaking mountain scenery, the Gaspesian region is ideal to discover and practice snowshoeing. Murdochville is perfectly located at the center of the Gasp\u00e9 Peninsula. Two snowshoe trails are located directly in Murdochville, but several others are accessible within an hour’s drive.[\/gt3_custom_text][gt3_spacing height=”70px”][vc_single_image image=”7172″ img_size=”full”][gt3_spacing height=”62px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces” column_separator_row=””][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”7136″ img_size=”full”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” column_separator_row=”” masked_row=”” css=”.vc_custom_1601491994961{background-color: #1c1f09 !important;}”][vc_column][gt3_spacing height=”37px”][gt3_custom_text text_color=”#ffffff” font_size=”16″]\n

The different trails are accessible according to their location:<\/h4>\n[\/gt3_custom_text][gt3_custom_text text_color=”#ffffff” font_size=”16″]\n

MURDOCHVILLE<\/h3>\n[\/gt3_custom_text][gt3_spacing height=”39px”][vc_toggle title=”Marius Trail” color=”chevron” size=”right”]The Marius Trail is a well-kept secret. The trail bears the name of its creator and is well-known by local residents. It will take you through a mixed forest covered with a thick white mantle and visited occasionally by local wildlife. This trail will charm you with its tranquility and breathtaking natural landscapes!<\/p>\n

Access to the Marius Trail is free and its entrance is located at the foot of the Mont Miller Ski Resort. Parking at the resort is free. In winter, this trail is accessible for snowshoeing, while it can be hiked on foot throughout other seasons. Dogs are welcome on the trail on the condition that owners keep them on a leash and pick up their droppings. The trail is 4.7 km long with a 210 meters vertical drop. It is an advanced level trail. The trail starts in a linear fashion to join a loop that completes the trail. The loop leads directly to the summit on the south side of the mountain, then down the north side and joins the loop on the west side. The summit is at 822 metres of altitude and provides a panoramic view of the town of Murdochville, the off-trail ski runs on Mont Porphyry and the wind turbines surrounding the small community.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Porphyry Trail” color=”chevron” size=”right”]Mont Porphyry takes its name from the rock that makes up most of the mountain. Mont Porphyry is generally recognized by off-trail skiers for its beautiful powdered snow. The snowshoe trail is also very popular. Locals enjoy hiking the magnificent snowy landscapes and peaceful trails.<\/p>\n

Access to the Porphyry Trail is free and can be reached through several access points. The main entrance is located on Route 198, near the 38 km marker. Parking here is free. The trail\u2019s entrance is indicated by a small sign. Another access point is at the end of William-May Street. You can park here as well. The trail\u2019s entrance is indicated by a small sign next to the federated snowmobile trail. The third entrance is located at the corner of 8th Street and Cur\u00e9s-Allard Avenue and allows for a more direct ascent to the summit via the ridge. A hut and a picnic table are also located at the top of the mountain, allowing you to enjoy a relaxing moment while admiring the view. In winter, this trail is accessible for snowshoeing, while it can be hiked on foot throughout other seasons. Dogs are welcome on the trail on the condition that owners keep them on a leash and pick up their droppings. The trail is 4.1 (or 6?) km long with a 228 meters vertical drop. It is an advanced level trail. The various trails run through regenerating mixed forest to reach an open top covered in beautiful vegetation and providing an incredible view at the top. The summit has an altitude of 860 meters and the lookout provides a panoramic view of the former open-pit copper mine town of Murdochville, the Mont Miller Ski Resort, as well as the numerous wind turbines surrounding the small community. It is even sometimes possible to see Mont Jacques-Cartier and other mountains of the Gasp\u00e9sie National Park when the weather is clear.[\/vc_toggle][gt3_spacing height=”39px”][gt3_custom_text text_color=”#ffffff” font_size=”16″]\n

GASPESIE NATIONAL PARK<\/h3>\n[\/gt3_custom_text][gt3_spacing height=”39px”][vc_toggle title=”GASP\u00c9” color=”chevron” size=”right”]Forillon National Park<\/p>\n

Mont Pudding Stone[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”MONT-LOUIS” color=”chevron” size=”right”]White Pine Valley Trail[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”MONT-SAINT-PIERRE” color=”chevron” size=”right”]Mont Saint-Pierre[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”SAINTE-ANNE-DES-MONTS” color=”chevron” size=”right”]Auberge De Montagne Des Chic-Chocs<\/p>\n

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