This Dreamy Quebec Ice Skating Trail Winds Through A Sparkling Snow-Covered Forest

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Saint-Donat's Forest Skating Path Takes You Through A Winter Wonderland
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Tucked among the Laurentian mountains deep in the Lanaudière region's village of Saint-Donat is a forest skating path that takes visitors on a short journey through a winter wonderland.

The 1.3-kilometre path through the Parc des Pionniers even lights up at night, according to the regional tourism website.

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Visitors will also find an outdoor fireplace and picnic tables, which Tourisme Lanaudière says have been set up to facilitate social distancing.

But the best part: the site is free to visit.

However, equipment rentals are not available for the 2020-2021 season.

There are other activities for skating skeptics in the Parc des Pionniers, too. 

The municipal tourism site indicates there are five cross-country ski trails plus a 3.3-kilometre trail for snow-shoeing.

For all activities, the park has published public health guidelines online. 

As of the time of writing, non-essential travel between regions is not recommended, according to the government.

Forest Skating Trail

Price: Free 

Address: 17, chemin Hector-Bilodeau, Saint-Donat, QC

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Before you get going, check our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your trip.

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  • Thomas MacDonald

    Senior Editor

    Thomas MacDonald was the Senior Editor of MTL Blog. He received a B.A. with honours from McGill University in 2018 and worked as a Writer and Associate Editor before entering his current role. He is proud to lead the MTL Blog team and to provide its readers with the information they need to make the most of their city.

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