This towering treetop trail in Quebec winds through fiery foliage and sweeping mountain views

If you're looking for an unforgettable leaf-peeping adventure, now's the perfect time to explore some of the most beautiful nature spots near Montreal before the season's over. One standout experience is this breathtaking treetop trail 40 metres above the ground, offering sweeping views of the Laurentian mountains as they burst into vibrant fall colours.

The elevated pathway winds around a wooden tower, providing visitors with a completely new perspective on the surrounding fall foliage. To give you an idea, the tower's height is equivalent to approximately 131 feet or a 12-storey building.

Located just 80 minutes away from Montreal by car, Sentier des cimes Laurentides was one of the first trails of its kind in North America.

The trail is about three kilometres (round trip), which you can take at your own pace. It takes about one to one-and-a-half hours to complete, with several interpretation panels and viewing points along the way, according to the Tourism Laurentians website.

For the thrill-seekers out there, the tower has a giant suspended net at its centre — like a hammock-meets-trampoline in the sky — where you can lounge or bounce around in the heart of the wilderness while being immersed in the fiery reds, oranges, and yellows of autumn.

At the very top of the tower, you'll be treated to a stunning 360-degree view of the Laurentian Mountains, including Mont-Tremblant.

What's more, the trail is fully accessible, so whether you're pushing a stroller or navigating in a wheelchair, you can still enjoy the scenic walkway and tower. With a gentle 6% slope, it's designed to be barrier-free, making it easy for everyone to appreciate the fall beauty, the website says.

As this is the peak time for fall foliage, expect larger crowds. If on-site parking is full, you can use the park-and-ride at exit 107, route 117, with shuttle buses running directly to the main trail area, according to the Sentier des cimes Laurentides website.

Tickets for Sentier des cimes Laurentides cost $31 per adult, with family passes and annual passes available.

Before you get going, check out 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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