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Discovering the mountain bike trails of Bas-Saint-Laurent
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AuQuéb, loyal collaborator who offers you her discoveries and crushes in Bas-Saint-Laurent.
In the mood for discovery on two wheels? Head for the Bas-Saint-Laurent! The region offers a veritable playground for adrenaline-fuelled adventurers. There’s something here for every taste, with perfectly groomed, mechanically-worked trails and even the old-school tracks we love.
Here are Au Québ’s recommendations for planning a successful outing on our trails this summer.
Les Sentiers du Portage, Notre-Dame-du-Portage
Scoop! A new practice site has just opened in Notre-Dame-de-Portage. And we think it’s one of the region’s must-sees!
For their first season of operation, Les Sentiers du Portage are offering 7 kilometers of well-designed, machine-worked singletrack, free of charge. A whole lot of fun!
Produced by Sentiers de l’Est in collaboration with Wolf Bike Park and Coastal Jibs, the first phase of the project includes climbing trails, a skills zone, four beginner-to-intermediate descents and two jump lines. Much more than just a well-designed course, the site offers a breathtaking view of the river!
With 50 hectares of municipal land available for infrastructure development over the next few years, this is a project we’ll be keeping a close eye on!
Sentiersduportage.com
Adresse : 189, Côte de la Mer, Notre-Dame-du-Portage
Les sentiers de vélo de montagne La Meute, Rivière-du-Loup
Nothing to fear… here you won’t get bitten, but you might get the bug!
Club cycliste La Meute offers 12 kilometers of trails in summer and 10 in the winter just a stone’s throw from downtown Rivière-du-Loup. The trails are groomed and marked, summer and winter alike, promising an exhilarating experience in a majestic setting. With trails for beginners to experts (5 green, 11 blue and 3 black), this network is open to all for $10 a day.
ClubLaMeute.com
Adresse : At the end of Gilles street, Rivière-du-Loup
Sentiers du Mont-Comi, Saint-Donat
Particularly popular for its ski slopes in winter, Mont-Comi is a prime destination for mountain bikers once the snow has melted. The 24-kilometer network features 22 enduro and gravity trails ranging from beginner to expert (6 green, 6 blue, 8 black, 2 double black).
A particular highlight is the Soleil, a blue-level run that gave us a real thrill, with its naturally uneven terrain carefully enhanced by its designers.
Courageous bikers can enjoy a 300-meter vertical drop linked by a ski lift. With its varied trails, breathtaking scenery and friendly atmosphere, Mont-Comi is a must for outdoor enthusiasts.
SentiersduMontComi.com
Adresse : 300 Chemin du Plateau, Saint-Donat
Les sentiers du parc Beauséjour, Rimouski
With a network of 15 kilometers of enduro and cross-country trails, Parc Beauséjour offers an impressive variety of trails in the heart of Rimouski. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned expert, the park has something for every adventure-seeking cyclist.
The trail network is made up of 27 trails, with routes for all levels (3 green, 9 blue, 10 black and 5 double black). There’s also a skills park dotted with technical obstacles. And all the park’s other facilities are just a few pedal strokes away!
Facebook.com/SentiersduParcBeausejour
Adresse : Rue Lausanne, Rimouski
Le Boisé Beaupré, La Pocatière
Located in the heart of the Kamouraska region, Le Boisé Beaupré offers 10 kilometers of trails in a magnificent natural setting for your cycling adventures. Le Boisé stands out for the diversity of its routes, divided into 16 singletrack trails suitable for all skill levels (8 green, 4 blue and 4 black) and more to come!
And it doesn’t stop there. The outdoor site also features a skills park where cyclists can practice and improve their techniques. A veritable playground, this park includes various types of jumps, sections with drops and banked turns that are sure to surprise you!
Facebook.com/VeloMontagneKamouraksa
Adresse : 124, route de Sainte-Anne-Saint-Onésime, La Pocatière
Now you’re ready to plan your next escapade on the picturesque trails of the Bas-Saint-Laurent.
Let’s get out the bikes and discover this magnificent region of Quebec!
Les Sentiers du Portage
220 Côte de la Mer (entrée devant la rue des Îles),
Notre-Dame-du-Portage,
Québec G0L 1Y0
T. 4188629163
Sentiers de la Meute
75, rue Frontenac,
Rivière-du-Loup,
Québec G5R 1S6
T. 5813377111
Les Sentiers du Mont- Comi
300, chemin du Plateau,
Saint-Donat,
Québec G0K 1L0
T. 418 731-0296
Vélo de montagne - Sentiers du parc Beauséjour
400, boulevard de la Rivière,
Rimouski,
Québec G5L 4L4
T. 4187243167
Le Boisé Beaupré
100-124 Rte de Sainte-Anne–Saint-Onésime,
La Pocatière,
Québec G0R 1Z0
T. 4188563394
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