Snowshoeing is the simplest way to get into the Laurentian forest in winter, because if you can walk you can do it. This guided tour lasts about two hours and takes a small group along snowy trails in Mont-Tremblant, with a guide who sets the pace, shows you how to use the snowshoes and explains what you are seeing. Travellers rate it 4.9 from 23 reviews, one of the strongest ratings among the winter products in the area. It suits people who want to enjoy the snow without the cost and effort of a lift ticket, families with older children, couples who like quiet outdoor time and skiers taking a rest day. The tour needs snow, so it is a mid-winter activity rather than something to plan for the shoulder weeks, and the booking page shows the dates and departures that are running. The experience is gentle but warm work, and the pace is chosen to keep the whole group together.
What to expect
You meet your guide, fit the snowshoes and receive a short briefing on technique, which takes a few minutes because the movement is just a wider walking stride. The group then follows a snowy trail through the forest, stopping to look at the landscape and to hear about the area.
There are no steep climbs to master, but you are walking in snow for two hours, so you will warm up quickly and may peel off a layer. Check the booking page for the meeting point, whether snowshoes and poles are provided and any age limits.
Planning
This is a winter product that depends on snow cover, so it belongs to the main ski season rather than early winter or spring melt. Book a flexible date if you can, because conditions and weather can change the plan, and read the cancellation terms before you pay. Daylight is short in mid-winter, so choose a morning or early-afternoon departure. It pairs well with an afternoon at the Scandinave Spa, where the thermal circuit rewards tired legs.
Tips
Dress in layers with a moisture-wicking base, a warm mid-layer and a windproof outer shell, and wear insulated waterproof boots rather than trainers. Bring a hat, gloves and a small bottle of water, and keep a spare pair of socks in your bag. Sunglasses help on a bright day because snow reflects a lot of light. If you want more adrenaline, a dogsled ride or snow tubing is the better choice, while the snowshoe tour is the right pick for quiet, scenery and conversation.
What to expect
The experience
A guided two-hour snowshoe walk on snowy trails in the Mont-Tremblant area, for small groups.
Best time
Mid-winter days with good snow cover, with a morning or early-afternoon departure for the best light.
How long
About two hours.
Tips
Dress in layers with waterproof insulated boots, check whether snowshoes are provided and book a flexible date.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Quiet-nature fans, rest-day skiers and families with older children.
- Families
- Suitable for children who can walk for two hours; check age limits on the booking page.
- Couples
- A calm shared outing through snowy woods, ideal before a spa visit.
- Pair with
- Pair it with the Scandinave Spa or hot chocolate in the pedestrian village.
- Time needed
- Allow about three hours including check-in.
Good questions
How long is the snowshoe tour?+
The tour lasts about two hours, plus time to check in and fit the snowshoes.
Do I need experience?+
No. If you can walk you can snowshoe, and the guide explains the technique at the start.
When does it run?+
It is a winter activity that needs snow cover. The booking page shows the dates and departures that are running.
What should I wear?+
Wear layers, a windproof shell and insulated waterproof boots, with a hat and gloves. Bring water and a spare pair of socks.
Is it a good rest-day activity for skiers?+
Yes, it is low-impact and scenic, and it pairs well with an afternoon at the spa.
