Easy Scenic Hikes in the Laurentians (With Beautiful Viewpoints)

Beginner-friendly, accessible, and close to Montréal.

The Laurentian Mountains in Québec are one of the best places in Canada for easy scenic hikes with rewarding viewpoints—and many of them require less than 2 hours of effort. Whether you’re visiting Mont-Tremblant, Saint-Sauveur, or Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, you’ll find forest lookouts, lakeside trails, and panoramic mountain summits suited for beginners, families, and casual hikers.

Top Easy Viewpoint Hikes in the Laurentians

Trail & Location Difficulty Distance Highlights Best For
La Corniche (Mont-Tremblant) Easy ~3.4 km round-trip Stunning lookout over Lac Monroe First-time visitors, families
Sentier des Cimes Laurentides (Mont-Blanc) Easy 2–5 km accessible walkway Elevated treetop tower with 360° mountain views All ages, stroller/wheelchair friendly
Mont Saint-Sauveur Lookout Trail (Saint-Sauveur) Easy–Moderate 2–5 km Views of the valley + ski village Sunset / fall foliage lovers
Montagne d’Argent – La Sommet Trail (Sainte-Agathe) Easy ~4 km Quiet summit, overlooks lakes + rolling hills Peaceful nature time
La Chute du Diable (Parc de la Rivière-du-Nord) Easy ~3 km Forest walk to rushing waterfall Families, low-effort scenic outing
Mont Larose (Ste-Adèle) Easy–Moderate 3–6 km options Open rocky viewpoint over valley Hikers wanting a short cardio boost

1) La Corniche – Mont-Tremblant National Park

Difficulty: Easy
Why Go: The classic “big view, small effort” Laurentian hike.

  • Gentle forest trail

  • Ends with a wide cliff viewpoint above Lac Monroe

  • Fantastic for sunrise & fall colors

Local feedback: “If you only do one easy hike in the Laurentians — do La Corniche.”

2) Sentier des Cimes Laurentides

Location: Mont-Blanc (20 minutes from Tremblant)
Difficulty: Easy, fully accessible
What Makes It Unique: Elevated wooden walkway through the trees leading to a 40m panoramic tower overlooking lakes + mountains.

  • Wheelchair & stroller friendly

  • Perfect for kids, seniors, casual walkers

  • Open year-round

3) Mont Saint-Sauveur Lookout Trail

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Why Go: 40–60 minutes to a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the Saint-Sauveur valley.

  • Very close to cafés + microbreweries

  • Gorgeous in autumn, popular for sunsets

Traveler tip: Park near the base and follow the ski hill access path for the quickest ascent.

4) Montagne d’Argent – La Sommet Trail

Difficulty: Easy
Vibe: Quiet, peaceful, less touristy than Tremblant.

  • Short climb to granite ridge viewpoint

  • Perfect if you like calm, nature-heavy trails

Often recommended by locals and seasoned hikers on Reddit & TripAdvisor.

5) Chute du Diable – Parc de la Rivière-du-Nord

Difficulty: Easy
Scenery: A beautiful waterfall, river walk, picnic spots.

  • Great for spring melt or fall colors

  • Ideal for families and group outings

Best Seasons for Scenic Hiking

Season Why It’s Great Notes
Fall (September–October) Best viewpoints + peak foliage Most popular season
Summer (June–August) Warm lakes + lush forests Bring bug spray in June/July
Spring (May) Waterfalls strongest Trails may be muddy
Winter Snowshoe versions of most trails Dress warm & check conditions

How to Get There

  • From Montréal: 45–90 minutes by car depending on destination.

  • No car? Take Galland Coach buses from Montréal to Saint-Jérôme or Tremblant, then local shuttles.

Traveler Feedback (from Reddit, TripAdvisor & AllTrails)

  • “Laurentians are perfect for easy but rewarding hikes. You don’t need to be experienced.”

  • “Mont-Tremblant National Park has some of the most scenic short trails in Québec.”

  • “Sentier des Cimes is an amazing option for kids and grandparents.”

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