The Sept-Chutes Regional Park offers the most beautiful viewpoints in the Matawinie region. A great classic of hiking in the area, it offers a breathtaking landscape on the Laurentian Mountains. Between the maple grove of Mont Barrière (610 meters) and the rocky ridges of Mont Brassard (650 meters), you will find unique and diversified landscapes.
Parks
Parc régional des Sept-Chutes
Saint-Zénon
Various types of hikes are available. From easy to difficult, hiking enthusiasts will find what they are looking for and will be able to admire wild landscapes as well as a diversity of fauna and flora. Extend your experience by staying in one of our new refuges with a view of Lake Rémi.
Activities
Lodging
Services
Pricing
Regulations
Maps
Contact
Activities
Summer season
Hiking
| Trail name | Length (km) | Difficulty level |
|---|---|---|
| Le Voile de la mariée | 2 | Intermediate |
| Michel Sokolyk | 3,8 | Intermediate |
| Mont Barrière | 6,7 | |
| Lac Rémi | 4,9 | Intermediate-easy |
| Mont Brassard | 6,7  | Intermediate |
| Mont Brassard (avec raccourci) | 5,2 | Intermediate |
| Lac Jérôme | 14 | Intermediate/Advanced |
Note: The length indicated is the total round trip distance, i.e. from the departure point (reception center) to the arrival point (reception center).
Come and walk in the wilderness! The trails and nature interpretation panels will help you discover the richness of the park’s flora and fauna and the particularities of its exceptional landscapes.
The trail along the tumultuous rivière Noire invites you to begin your hike. As you hike along it, you will be able to admire the “Voile de la Mariée” waterfall which is 60 meters (200 feet) high. Then, continue on the trail that will lead you to the small Guy Lake. From there, explore Mont Brassard and Mont Barrière.
The Mont Brassard trail offers spectacular views of the Black River valley, Lake Rémi, and the high hills of Saint-Zénon. It will lead you to the top of a rocky peak overlooking Route 131 and the Lake Rémi cliff. You will be about 365 meters (1,200 feet) above road level and 590 meters (1,935 feet) above sea level! During your hike, you will also see a red pine forest and a black spruce forest, called “pessière noire” (black spruce forest).
The Mont Barrière trail will take you through different ecosystems, including a maple grove. Once you reach the top, you will contemplate the valley of the Black River.
The last part of the trail will take you around the magnificent Lake Rémi and bring you to the foot of its impressive 150 meters (500 feet) high cliff.
The Lake Jerome loop also offers a challenging 14 km (7.5 mi.) hike for those wishing to explore this new part of the park.
Winter season
Snowshoeing
| Activities | Adult | Child (6 to 17 years old) | Family | Group (20 people and more) | Annual pass* Matawinie Parks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiking/Snowshoeing | 9,00 $ | 4,00 $ | 20,00 $ | 6,00 $ 3,00$ (Scolaire) | 75,00 $ |
The white winter takes on its full meaning on our trails. The many lookouts will help you discover the incredible luminosity brought by the cold season.
The trail along the tumultuous rivière Noire invites you to begin your hike. As you walk along the path, you will be able to admire the 60-meter (200 feet) “Voile de la Mariée” waterfall. Then, continue on the trail that will lead you to the small Guy Lake. From there, explore Mont Brassard and Mont Barrière.
The Mont Brassard trail offers spectacular views of the rivière Noire valley, Lake Rémi, and the high hills of Saint-Zénon. It will lead you to the top of a rocky peak overlooking Route 131 and the Lake Remi cliff. You will be about 365 meters (1,200 feet) above road level and 590 meters (1,935 feet) above sea level! During your hike, you will also see a red pine forest and a black spruce forest called “pessière noire” (black spruce forest).
The Mont Barrière trail will take you through different ecosystems, including a maple grove. Once you reach the top, you will contemplate the Black River valley.
The last part of the trail will take you around the magnificent Lake Rémi and bring you to the foot of its impressive 150-meter (500 feet) high cliff.
The Lake Jerome loop, with its 14 km for experienced hikers, will also give you a great view.
Lodging
Lodging
Services
Services
Services
- Snowshoe rental
- Interpretation panels
- Toilets (welcome desk)
- Dry toilets (trails, refuges, and campgrounds)
- Picnic table
- Sale of snacks and outdoor accessories (crampons, insect repellent, etc.)
Pricing
Pricing
| Activities | Adult | Child (6 to 17 years old) | Family | Group (20 people and more) | Annual pass* Matawinie Parks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiking/Snowshoeing | 9,00 $ | 4,00 $ | 20,00 $ | 6,00 $ 3,00$ (Scolaire) | 75,00 $ |
*: This pass gives access to all the following regional parks: Ouareau Forest, Sept-Chutes, Chute-à-Bull, and Lac Taureau. Depending on the park, the following activities are available: hiking, snowshoeing, or cross-country skiing. Family passes are available for $150.
Note 1: The site is patrolled outside of the opening days of the reception post. At any time, the patrollers can demand your access fee. Thank you for respecting this fee.
Note 2: Prices include taxes and can change without notice.
| Lodging | Tarifs |
|---|---|
| Refuges | 130.00 $ / night |
| Rustic camping | 40.00 $ / site / night |
Note: Lodging rates include daily access fees. Minimum of 2 nights on Fridays and Saturdays.
Regulations
Regulations
Sept-Chutes Regional Park
ACCESS AND STAYING FEES
- All persons accessing the regional park and using infrastructures or services for which a fee applies must register and pay the required fees.
DOMESTIC ANIMALS
- Domestic animals are allowed in a regional park, provided that they are kept on a leash not exceeding two (2) meters in length at all times, with the exception of public beaches, as well as on the cross-country ski trails of the Ouareau Forest Regional Park during the winter period.
- At all times, the owner must pick up their animal’s excrement and dispose of it in an appropriate place.
- The animals must not enter the buildings (reception area, sanitary block, shelter, etc.) at any time.
- Animals must be under constant supervision of the owner.
CAMPING/SHELTER STAY
- Camping in a regional park is prohibited other than in areas specifically designated for that purpose.
- It is forbidden to camp in a regional park without having paid the camping fee.
- The arrival time for short stays is between 3:00 P.M. and 10:00 P.M.
- All persons camping in the park must vacate their campsite by 12:00 noon on the last day of their stay. The site must be left in the same condition as when you arrived.
CAMPING SITE
- A campsite may contain one (1) piece of camping equipment and two (2) vehicles, with the exception of sites determined by the park administration, which will be eligible to receive additional equipment.
CURFEW AND QUIET TIME
- The curfew is from 11:00 P.M. to 8:00 A.M. During this period, no noise within the campsites that could be heard from the neighboring site is permitted.
SPECIFIC MEASURES FOR DRONES
- In order to minimize the impact on the guest experience and wildlife, the use of drones for recreational purposes is not permitted in regional parks.
Maps
Maps
Contact
Contact information
Registration center
4031, chemin Brassard Sud (Route 131)
Saint-Zénon (Québec)
CANADA J0K 3N0
450 884-0484
Central reservation office : 1 866 266-2730
Schedule: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (May to November), winter hours vary.
When the registration center is closed, you must pay your fee at the pay station or online.
Parking on chemin Grenier
chemin Grenier
Saint-Zénon (Québec)
CANADA J0K 3N0
When the registration center is closed, you must pay your fee at the pay station or online.
