Climbing mountains takes effort, but it's just as rewarding as going downhill. Rediscover your childlike spirit, take a deep breath of fresh air and enjoy the pleasures that winter has to offer in this beautiful part of the country. Soak up nature as you ski with a spectacular view of the St. Lawrence estuary!

The Haute-Gaspésie coastline is well worth the detour! Discover some of the companies offering unforgettable off-piste experiences.

In the hinterland of Mont-Saint-Pierre lies the Vallée Taconique, which seems to want to remain quite mysterious. It's a private ski area whose main attraction is its charming mountain-top refuge. Vallée Taconique benefits from a Nordic maritime microclimate that favors sensational snow conditions.   

Further west is Cap Castor. Also privately owned, it's the newest addition to the Gaspesian off-piste scene. Located in the hinterland of Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, it has the advantage of guaranteeing an unrivalled guided off-piste experience. But its main assets are certainly the view and access to "First Tracks", which are increasingly difficult to find in the Chic-Chocs.   

Le Couloir offers guided ski touring in Réserve faunique des Chic-Chocs, Parc national de la Gaspésie and exclusive ski areas in the municipalities of Mont-Saint-Pierre and Saint-Maxime-du-Mont-Louis, among others. The company also offers winter camping in certain areas.

You can discover a host of other exhilarating sectors and enjoy exceptional snow conditions in complete safety by calling on other Haute-Gaspésie organizations offering guided outings : Coopérative de plein air RAC, Ski Chic-Chocs, Ski Shack and Expé Aventures. Don't wait to plan your trip: pow days are just around the corner!

In conclusion, the Haute-Gaspésie is a paradise for ski touring enthusiasts. It offers an exceptional territory with breathtaking scenery. It's also home to friendly people and creative entrepreneurs who offer incomparable experiences!

© Pictures credits to Bernard Brault

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