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Downhill skiing in Quebec: the resorts for families this winter (and where to start)

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Ski alpin au Québec : les stations où skier en famille cet hiver (et celles pour débuter)

Quebec has dozens of downhill ski resorts, from the small municipal hill an hour from the city to the big mountains of the Laurentians, Charlevoix and the Eastern Townships. The season opens in late November on machine-made snow and stretches into April at the highest resorts. This guide brings together Quebec’s downhill ski and snowboard resorts, with each mountain’s listing, trails, prices and services.

Choosing your mountain

For a day trip, count the drive as much as the number of trails: a small nearby hill with a beginner slope and a cozy lodge often beats a big resort three hours away. Look at the vertical drop, the share of easy trails, night-skiing lights and whether there is a ski school. The big resorts post trail conditions every morning on their listing or website.

Getting started

Nearly every resort has a learning area with a magic carpet, where the ticket is cheaper or free. A discovery package (lesson, rental, ticket) rarely costs more than a regular day. Rent equipment on site the first time: well-fitted boots make all the difference.

Saving money

Tickets bought online, on weekdays or for night skiing are much cheaper; several resorts sell blocks of hours. Season passes at small hills pay for themselves in five or six outings, and many offer free skiing to children five and under.

With kids

Aim for a resort with daycare or lessons for ages three to five, a lodge at the foot of the easy slopes and nearby parking. First outings are half days: an hour on the magic carpet, a hot chocolate break, one last run. Label mittens and helmets, and slip a tissue and a snack into each child’s pocket.

⛷️ Resorts by region

QuebecAbitibi-TémiscamingueBas-Saint-LaurentCentre-du-QuébecCharlevoixChaudière-AppalachesCôte-NordEastern TownshipsGaspésieLanaudièreLaurentidesMauricieMontérégieOutaouaisSaguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean

Quebec

4 places

Stoneham

Just 20 minutes from Quebec City, this ski resort boasts 43 trails, an Olympic halfpipe, three snow parks and 19 night-lit trails.

Centre de ski Le Relais

This center, located near downtown Quebec City, is a favorite with downhill skiers and snowboarders.

Ski Saint-Raymond

Ideal for the whole family!

Mont-Sainte-Anne

Just 30 minutes from Quebec City, Mont-Sainte-Anne offers one of the finest ski areas in Eastern North America.

Abitibi-Témiscamingue

1 place

Centre de plein air Mont Kanasuta

Le Centre plein air Mont Kanasuta is the perfect wintertime destination!

Bas-Saint-Laurent

3 places

Parc du Mont-Saint-Mathieu

Located on the shores of Lac Saint-Mathieu in the Lower St. Lawrence region.

Parc du Mont-Comi

The highest skiable mountain in the Bas-St-Laurent region is renowned for the quality of its natural snow cover.

Club de ski Mont Biencourt

Located 86 km from Rimouski and 114 km from Rivière-du-Loup, this club offers a 185 m vertical drop, with a breathtaking view over a beautiful lake.

Centre-du-Québec

1 place

Gleason / Ski alpin et planche à neige

Ski and hiking center. The family can also have fun in the snow parks or perfect their skills at the Desjardins slope school.

Charlevoix

2 places

Le Massif de Charlevoix

This four-season recreational mountain offers terrain between river and mountain, excellent local gastronomy and lodging right on the mountain.

Mont Grand-Fonds

Authentic and family-friendly, this 4-season multi-activity center combines charm and character.

Chaudière-Appalaches

5 places

Station récréotouristique du Mont Adstock

A four-season family destination in the Chaudière-Appalaches region, Mont Adstock boasts 30 ski trails on a spectacular mountain.

Club Ski Beauce

This ski resort features 10 downhill ski runs for different levels, a snow park, three snow tubing runs and 34 km of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails.

Station touristique Massif du Sud

This is the highest ski area east of the Rockies.

Centre de ski Saint-Georges

Located in the heart of the town of Saint-Georges, the center offers exceptional skiing conditions thanks to daily maintenance and artificial snow on the slopes.

Station de ski Mont-Orignal coopérative de solidarité

Come and ski in the Chaudière-Appalaches region, renowned for its warm welcome.

Côte-Nord

2 places

Mont Ti-Basse

Located 15 minutes from downtown, this site offers three lifts close to the chalet for access to 16 slopes, including a snow park and slalom course.

Station Gallix

This ski resort is the hub of winter tourism on the Côte-Nord, mainly thanks to its microclimate that favors abundant snow accumulation.

Eastern Townships

5 places

Mont-Orford

Mont-Orford ski resort is spread over three mountains and four slopes.

Bromont, montagne d’expériences / Ski alpin et planche à neige

Bromont, montagne d'expériences offers a host of activities all year round!

Destination Owl’s Head / Ski alpin et planche à neige

Owl's Head offers 125 acres of skiable terrain for all levels, combining incredible views of Lake Memphremagog with exceptional skiing conditions.

Mont SUTTON

A dream destination like no other, SUTTON is one of Quebec's leading ski resorts.

Station touristique Baie-des-Sables / Ski alpin et planche à neige

The ultimate family destination, with annual snowfall that ensures exceptional downhill skiing conditions.

Gaspésie

7 places

Station touristique Pin Rouge

A unique outdoor experience in the Baie des Chaleurs: 500 meters altitude, 450 meters vertical drop, 21 ski trails for all levels, including La Familiale, a 3.5-kilometer snow trail, a constantly renewed snow park and winter activities for a memorable stay.

Le Petit Chamonix

Discover a great family resort where you can enjoy downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, tube sliding, ice skating and snowshoeing.

Mont Castor

Enjoy an enchanting site just minutes from downtown Matane.

Parc Régional de Val-d’Irène

Val-d'Irène welcomes skiers and snowboarders to the snowiest slopes in Eastern Quebec.

Centre de plein air de la Haute-Gaspésie

This volunteer-run and managed ski resort features a very pleasant family atmosphere.

Centre de Ski Mont-Béchervaise

Located near downtown Gaspé, the 250-meter-high ski center is equipped with a quad chairlift with loading carpet and offers a wide variety of trails.

Station Petit Chic-Chocs

An enchanting site for all outdoor enthusiasts: abundant snow, exceptional trails, enchanting panorama with magnificent mountains in the background.

Lanaudière

5 places

Station touristique Val Saint-Côme

An enchanting ski resort less than 90 minutes from Montreal, for all levels.

Ski Garceau

Ski down the slopes from the highest peak in Lanaudière to the Garceau Ski Center.

Ski la Réserve

Ski La Réserve invites outdoor enthusiasts to come and have fun in our beautiful playground.

Ski Montcalm

With 26 runs on four mountainsides, Ski Montcalm offers something for everyone: several beginner zones, snow parks and a variety of glade runs to explore, snowshoeing and fatbike trails; all while staying within your activity budget!

Côte Boisée – Groupe Plein Air Terrebonne

Introduction to snow sports in winter and mountain biking in summer.

Laurentides

12 places

Mont Blanc

Very popular with families, this ski resort is nestled at the foot of the second highest skiable peak in the Laurentians and offers several accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets.

Sommet Saint-Sauveur

Overlooking a lively valley, this ski resort lets you live the moment intensely with family and friends.

Tremblant

Abundant snowfall and one of the most sophisticated snowmaking systems in North America offer skiers and snowboarders exceptional conditions.

Sommet Gabriel

This family-friendly ski resort offers two slopes for a total mountain experience.

Station de sports Mont-Avalanche

Offering 15 runs with mechanical lifts (triple chairlifts) and 1 school run with electric carpet lift.

Sommet Olympia

A mountain of emotions! With its exceptional sunshine, the resort's slopes offer the perfect vertical drop for a family outing, or for taking part in one of the programs offered by our renowned ski school.

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Mauricie

2 places

Vallée du Parc

Featuring 33 downhill ski trails, this ski resort also offers an alpine toboggan run, a snow park, two alpine hiking trails, a ski school and a resto-bar.

Ski La Tuque

Visit this little jewel located in the heart of La Tuque for family alpine skiing.

Montérégie

2 places

Ski Saint-Bruno

Quebec's premier creator of skiers and snowboarders.

Mont Rigaud / Ski alpin et planche à neige

Quebec's ski kindergarten!

Outaouais

5 places

Ski Mont Cascades

Skiers and snowboarders of all levels can enjoy Mont Cascades Resort.

Mont Sainte-Marie

With over 380 vertical metres (1,250 ft.) of skiable terrain, Mont Sainte-Marie is the highest peak in the Outaouais.

Camp Fortune

Camp Fortune is your outdoor recreation center in the heart of Gatineau Park, 15 minutes from downtown.

Ski Vorlage

The Centre Vorlage, located in Wakefield, is a must-visit outdoor destination in both summer and winter.

Sommet Edelweiss

Located in Wakefield, just 30 minutes from Ottawa and Gatineau, Sommet Edelweiss is a must-see destination for outdoor enthusiasts!

Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean

4 places

Le Valinouët

Valinouët is the legendary warmth of the Saguenay people.

Mont Lac-Vert

This downhill ski center offers you the highest lit mountain in Lac-Saint-Jean.

Mont Edouard Resort

This alpine ski resort boasts over forty trails for all levels of skiers and snowboarders.

Centre de ski Mont-Bélu

With a vertical drop of 175 m, the mountain is quickly accessible thanks to two lifts.

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