Nature, forests, biodiversity, lakes and mountains, we have so many kilometres of trails for outdoors enthusiasts!
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Only an hour’s drive from Montreal, right at the border of the picturesque Eastern Townships, Bromont stands out among hikers and nature lovers due to is proximity, the amazing landscapes and the variety of terrain that visitors can explore here.
With 140 km of trails, the Parc des Sommets offers several hiking options spread across the different sectors established here (The Mountain, Mount Oak, the Lake Gale, the Villageois and the Mount Berthier). Several belvederes and picnic tables have also been placed in strategic areas, allowing visitors to relax as they enjoy breathtaking views the surrounding region.
The trails are well marked but it’s a good idea to download the free “ONDAGO” locator application on your smart phone.
Access to the hiking and equestrian trails is free for Bromont residents (proof of residence required via Bciti). However, Bromont residents have to buy their pass on Bciti if they are doing mountain bike. The fee is donated to the organization Les Amis des Sentiers who are the only ones to ensure the sustainability of the trails in Bromont by seeing to their protection, maintenance and development.
Dogs on a leash are permitted at all times on most of our trails, except for the Lake Gale (conservation zone).
As you walk along the trails, you’ll enjoy reading the differents interpretation panels which describe the surrounding fauna, flora and the current ecological situation; a little reminder from Mother Nature to help you learn more about our environment.
The Lake Gale Area is a conservation zone offering abundant and interesting wildlife with an impressive ornithologic and floristic diversity. This area is liked by many hikers due to the 15 kilometres of trails set inside a truly enchanting landscape. Visitors can access to a magnificent cascade, a lake and, when they reach the summit of Mount Gale, an amazing view overlooking the domain.
The Mountain Area offers more than 50 kilometres of trails for all hiking levels. Lately we’ve built several belvederes on the summits of Mounts Bernard, Horizon and Spruce where visitors can enjoy amazing panoramas.
Join us for a family getaway or an outing among friends as you explore the splendours of the Parc des Sommets’s trails.
Here are some itineraries suggestions :
The Lake Gale Area
La Vallée (the Valley Route)
Level: Beginner
Distance: 3 km (1 hour 30 min.)
Season: 4 seasons
Trailhead: Lake Gale parking area (45.27067, -72.68735)
Itinerary: From the parking area, take the G1 to join the G11. Follow the loop, then return to the parking area by the G1.
Itinéraire On Piste – La Vallée
Le Sommet (the Summit Route)
Level: Intermediate
Distance: 6 km (3 hours)
Season: 4 seasons
Trailhead: Lake Gale parking area (45.27067, -72.68735)
Itinerary: From the parking area, take the G1 towards the cascade and then the G8 to the summit where you’ll discover a panoramic view overlooking Lake Gale. Return by the G6 and the G1.
Itinéraire On Piste – Le Sommet
Le Tour du Lac (the Lake Loop)
Level: Intermediate
Distance: 3.5 km (1 hour 45 min.)
Season: 4 seasons
Trailhead: Lake Gale parking area (45.27067, -72.68735)
Itinerary: From the parking area, take the G2 and then the G3 along Lake Gale and return by taking the G1 via the G5 as you walk around the lake.
Itinéraire On Piste – Le Tour du Lac
Le Grand Tour avec vue au sommet (the Grand Tour with a Summit View Route)
Level: Intermediate
Distance: 5 km (2.45 hours) + 1.5 km by adding the enchanted forest
Season: 4 seasons
Trailhead: Lake Gale parking area (45.27067, -72.68735)
Itinerary: From the parking area, take the G2 and then the G3 along lake Gale, continue on the G5 towards the G9, then follow the G7 and the G8 to the summit. Return to the parking area by the G7 with a pause at the Halte du Berger, and continue down by the G1. You can add 1.5 km to your route by following the enchanted forest trail.
Itinéraire On Piste – Le Grand Tour avec vue au sommet
La Forêt Enchantée (the Enchanted Forest route)
Level: Beginner
Distance: 1.5 km (1 hour)
Season: 4 seasons
Trailhead: Lake Gale parking area (45.27067, -72.68735)
Itinerary: From the parking area, take the G1 to the cascade. Return by the G3 and the G2. This is the perfect route for families with a pretty point of view overlooking the cascade.
L’Incontournable (must-see)
Level: Intermediate
Distance: 7.1 km (3.45 hours)
Season: 4 seasons
Trailhead: Lake Gale parking area (45.27067, -72.68735)
Itinerary: From the parking area, take the G1 on your left, until you reach G10. Then take the G10 and G7 who will lead you to the “Halte des Bergers”, with its beautiful lookout. Then take the G1 and the G6 until you reach the summit where you’ll discover a panoramic view overlooking Lake Gale. Return to the parking lot by the G8 and the G3 along the lake that will bring to the G2 and back to your starting point.
Itinéraire On Piste – L’incontournable
The Villageois Area
La Velouté (the Smooth Ride)
Level: Beginner
Distance: 0,6 km one way (15 min.)
Season: 4 seasons
For beginners or for a family outing: The Velouté trail starts out behind the Edgar Hyperlodge microbrewery. It runs along the Yamaska River and will take you to the shore of Lake Sheffington.
The Mountain Area
La Chênaie
Level: Intermediate
Distance: 4.5 km (1 hour 30 min.)
Season: 4 seasons
Trailhead: The P7 parking area (45.277768, -72.644020)
Itinerary: from the parking area, take the Coureur des Bois trail (M50) up the summit of Mount Bernard. Here you’ll find a magnificent panorama and some picnic tables where you can enjoy a snack before heading back down by the Montée. Continue on the Entrecôte trail until you reach the Hollywood trail which it will take you back on to the Coureur des Bois (M50) in the direction of the parking area.
Itinéraire On Piste – La Chênaie
La Grandiose
Level: Intermediate
Distance: 4.4 km (1 hour 30 min.)
Season: 4 seasons
Trailhead: Missiquoi road (45.289704, -72.655643)
Itinerary : Directions : From the parking, take the Entrecôte trail (M30) to the intersection with the Stade Olympique (M31). Follow this trail and continue downhill on C5-La Charlot. At the intersection with Fée des Bois, take this trail. At the next intersection, follow Montée Bernard (M32) to the summit of Mont Bernard, where you’ll find a magnificent panorama and picnic tables for a short stop before heading back down the M31. Return to the parking via the Stade Olympique (M31) and then the Entrecôte (M30).
Itinéraire AllTrails – La Grandiose
La Majestique
Level : Intermediate
Distance: 5.5 km (2 hours 30 minutes)
Season: 4 seasons
Trailhead: The P7 parking area (45.277768, -72.644020)
Itinerary: from the parking area, take the Coureur des Bois trail (M50) up the summit of Mount Bernard. Here you’ll find a magnificent panorama and some picnic tables where you can enjoy a snack before heading back down by the Stade Olympique. Continue on the Entrecôte until you reach the Divine and head up to the top of Mount Horizon. For the return trip, take Hollywood which will lead you back to the parking area.
Itinéraire On Piste – La Majestique
L’intrépide
Level : Intermediate
Distance: 7 km (2 hours 30 minutes)
Season: 4 seasons
Trailhead: The P7 parking area (45.277768, -72.644020)
Itinerary: from the parking area, take the Coureur des Bois trail (M50) up the summit of Mount Bernard. Here you’ll find a magnificent panorama and some picnic tables where you can enjoy a snack before heading back down by the Fée des Bois and the C5. Continue along the Stade Olympique trail towards the Entrecôte until you reach the Divine. Climb to the top of Mount Horizon. Return to the parking lot via Hollywood and take the Fer à Cheval trail at the junction, then head back to the parking lot via Hollywood.
Itinéraire On Piste – L’Intrépide
La Superbe
Level: Intermediate
Distance: 6,20 km (1 hours 30 minutes)
Season: spring, summer, autumn
Trailhead: Stationnement P7 (45.277768, -72.644020)
Itinerary: From the parking area, take the Hollywood (M29) trail to the junction with the Aninja (M77) trail. Continue on M77 until you reach Connexion (M77) trail. You will be able to head to the Mont Spruce summit. Here you will find a magnificent panorama and some picnic tables where you can enjoy a snack before heading back by the Panorama (M51). At the end of the trail M51, continue on the right in order to reach the parking lot P7.
Itinéraire On Piste- La Superbe
La Coriace
Level: Intermediate
Distance: 10,20 km (5 hours)
Season: spring, summer, autumn
Trailhead: Stationnement P7 (45.277568, -72.644020)
Itinerary: From the parking area, take the trail Colorée (C6) to the junction with Panorama (M51). Follow M51 until you reach the Mont Spruce summit, you will find a magnificent panorama and some picnic tables where you can enjoy a snack. Take the Connexion (M77) to the junction with Escarpé(M52) which will join un second summit, Brome mount. Continue your way with Grande douce (M21) and Hollywood (M29). At the junction with Divine (C14), follow C14 which will join a third summit, Horizon mount. Then continue on the C14 to join Entrecôte (M30) to reach Stade Olympique (M31). By following M31 who will join another summit, Bernard mount. You can reach the P7 parking lot with Coureur des Bois (M50) and C6.
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