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Station Touristique Duchesnay hiking , Quebec City, National Capital, Quebec, Canada

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Difficulty

Easy
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Distance

26 KM
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Elevation gain

110 meters
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Child friendly

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Why choose a trail at Station Touristique Duchesnay?

Just 30 minutes from Quebec City, the Duchesnay Tourist Station, on the shores of Lac Joseph, is a destination not to be missed!

This 89km2  offers 25.7 kilometers of hiking trails, which are mostly easy and accessible to the largest number of people: the trails range from 1 to 16km in length and offer many discoveries such as the rock shelters of the Le Rocher course.


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Rate & open hour

Access fee Free
Schedule

8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Coordinates
-71.63926529999999
46.8705868

What are the coordinates and address ?

Station touristique Duchesnay
(866) 683-2711
140 Mnt de l'Auberge, Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier, QC G3N 2Y6, Canada

Hiker reviews

4 out of 5 stars

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Starting Point

The starting point for all of the Resort's trails is located near the front desk and the inn.

Why visit Station Touristique Duchesnay

Beyond hiking, there's never a dull moment at Duchesnay Station, which is packed with activities for all ages and desires!

The brand new water sports center allows visitors to enjoy Lake St. Joseph for swimming or water activities such as kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddle boarding; swimming is also available in the indoor pool.

As for the more adventurous, they can venture into the wooden labyrinth or enjoy a circuit of five aerial courses in the trees.

It is also possible to observe the local wildlife including the black bear, where the youngest will be able to enjoy game modules or independent activities such as the Animal Rally.

In winter, these activities give way to others such as skating, ice fishing, sledding, snowmobiling, skiing or even dog sledding.

Things not to be missed

Duchesnay Station offers visitors a wide variety of accommodations: it is possible to stay at the Duchesnay Inn, in the 3 nearby pavilions, in one of the chalets or in the shelters.

Where to sleep? - Our favorites

Oxygen cottages, inside the park

These 14 modern cottages are perfect for visitors looking to recharge their batteries in the heart of nature: they are all equipped with a kitchen area, internet access, cable TV, an outdoor living area and have between 2 and 4 bedrooms. Little extra: access to equipment rental and the sandy areas of the park!

Auberge Duchesnay, inside the park

This 4-star country-style accommodation has a great comfort and warm atmosphere: the 48 rooms of one all equipped with a private bathroom, internet access, television with cables and the accommodation includes a multitude of services. Among others, heated pool, sauna, game room, beach or equipment loan, enough to make the most of your stay!

Where to eat?

Within the Duchesnay Inn, the Station offers an excellent dining spot: the Bistro-bar Le Quatre-Temps, overlooking Lake Saint-Joseph, where chef SΓ©bastien Rivard offers a bistro menu featuring Canadian terroir. On the menu: fish, game, cheese, meat and a varied wine list, all to be enjoyed on the terrace for about $43.

During the ski season, Horizon Lodge also opens a snack bar, offering a simple on-the-spot but delicious formula to visitors.

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What is the level of difficulty of Station Touristique Duchesnay ?

What is the elevation of Station Touristique Duchesnay?

What are the opening hours?

8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Is the place are families friendly?

Yes

Is it free?

Yes

Is there an information center / service center / reception?

Yes

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