Parc national des Monts-Valin is a spectacular mountain park in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region.
Location: Saint-Fulgence, QC
Season: Open for all seasons
Parc national des Monts-Valin is centered around the Monts-Valin massif, which reaches 984 metres in elevation. Covering about 154 km², the park offers forests, lakes, rivers, mountain peaks, and panoramic landscapes, with activities designed for all four seasons.
Best Features:
- Vallée des Fantômes and its distinctive snow-covered trees
- Mountain peaks reaching up to 984 metres
- Nearly 25 km of trails on the Randonnée des Pics
- More than 77 km of marked winter trails
- Scenic lakes and the Rivière Valin
Why It's Popular:
It is one of the region's premier destinations for hiking and winter adventure, offering dramatic mountain scenery, exceptional snowfall, wildlife viewing, and the unique Vallée des Fantômes. Its combination of summer hiking, paddling, fishing, and winter snowshoeing and Nordic skiing makes it attractive throughout the year.
Hiking, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Fishing, Wildlife Observation, Camping, Photography Visitor Centre, Parking, Wash
Visitor Centre, Parking, Washrooms, Equipment Rentals, Nature Boutique, Camping Areas, Cabins, Mountain Huts, Picnic Areas, EV Charging Stations
Mountain Adventure, Winter Wonderland, Forest Exploration, Scenic Hiking, Wildlife Discovery, Wilderness Escape, Riverside Relaxation