{"id":8034,"date":"2025-11-05T07:19:36","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T12:19:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/montrealtips.com\/?p=8034"},"modified":"2026-05-13T12:00:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T16:00:19","slug":"best-hiking-near-montreal-beginner-friendly-scenic-close-to-the-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/montrealtips.com\/fr\/2025\/11\/05\/best-hiking-near-montreal-beginner-friendly-scenic-close-to-the-city\/","title":{"rendered":"Les meilleures randonn\u00e9es pr\u00e8s de Montr\u00e9al (accessibles aux d\u00e9butants, pittoresques et proches de la ville)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Looking to escape the city and get into nature? Montr\u00e9al is surrounded by parks, forests, mountains, and lakes<\/strong>, making it one of the best urban centres in Canada for outdoor lovers. Whether you’re looking for a quick trail inside the city<\/strong>, a half-day hike<\/strong>, or a day trip to the mountains<\/strong>, there are many hikes that are easy to access year-round<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n

This guide highlights the best scenic hikes near Montr\u00e9al<\/strong>, sorted by distance, difficulty, and type of landscape<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Hiking Within<\/em> Montr\u00e9al (No Car Needed)<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n
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Location<\/th>\r\nDifficulty<\/th>\r\nWhy It\u2019s Great<\/th>\r\nNearest Metro \/ Access<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
Mount Royal Park<\/strong><\/td>\r\nEasy\u2013Moderate<\/td>\r\nForest walk + iconic city lookout<\/strong><\/td>\r\nMont-Royal \/ Peel<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Parc-nature du Bois-de-Liesse<\/strong><\/td>\r\nEasy<\/td>\r\nQuiet forest trails, boardwalks<\/td>\r\nBus 468 \/ 170<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Parc-nature de Pointe-aux-Prairies<\/strong><\/td>\r\nEasy<\/td>\r\nViews of St. Lawrence River, marshlands<\/strong><\/td>\r\nBus 186 \/ 189<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Parc du Cap-Saint-Jacques<\/strong><\/td>\r\nEasy<\/td>\r\nBeach + nature + ski & snowshoe in winter<\/td>\r\nBus 68<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

Who this is best for:<\/strong>
Beginners, families, casual walkers, and anyone looking to stay in the city.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Close to Montr\u00e9al (15\u201345 Minutes Away)<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n
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Destination<\/th>\r\nTravel Time<\/th>\r\nTop Trail<\/th>\r\nDifficulty<\/th>\r\nHighlights<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
Mont-Saint-Bruno National Park<\/strong><\/td>\r\n25\u201330 min<\/td>\r\nLac des Bouleaux Loop<\/td>\r\nEasy<\/td>\r\nLakes, forest, wildlife<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Oka National Park<\/strong><\/td>\r\n45 min<\/td>\r\nCalvaire d\u2019Oka<\/td>\r\nEasy\u2013Moderate<\/td>\r\nSunset viewpoints + historic chapels<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Parc de la Rivi\u00e8re-du-Nord (Saint-J\u00e9r\u00f4me)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n45 min<\/td>\r\nChute du Diable<\/td>\r\nEasy<\/td>\r\nWaterfalls + riverside walk<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Mont-Saint-Hilaire<\/strong><\/td>\r\n35 min<\/td>\r\nPain de Sucre Summit<\/td>\r\nEasy\u2013Moderate<\/td>\r\nSteep short climb + rewarding view<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

Best for:<\/strong>
Quick getaways, forest scenery, picnic spots, light elevation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Laurentian Mountains Day Trips (1\u20132 Hours Away)<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

If you\u2019re ready to leave the city, the Laurentians<\/strong> offer some of the best hiking in Qu\u00e9bec<\/strong> \u2014 with lakes, lookouts, small villages, and classic fall colors.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

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Area<\/th>\r\nTop Trail<\/th>\r\nDistance<\/th>\r\nDifficulty<\/th>\r\nHighlight View<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
Mont-Tremblant National Park<\/strong><\/td>\r\nLa Corniche<\/strong><\/td>\r\n3.4 km<\/td>\r\nEasy<\/td>\r\nLookout over Lac Monroe<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Sentier des Cimes Laurentides (Mont-Blanc)<\/strong><\/td>\r\nElevated Forest Tower Walk<\/td>\r\n2\u20135 km<\/td>\r\nEasy \/ Accessible<\/strong><\/td>\r\n360\u00b0 mountain view from a treetop tower<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Mont Saint-Sauveur<\/strong><\/td>\r\nSummit Trail<\/td>\r\n3\u20135 km<\/td>\r\nEasy\u2013Moderate<\/td>\r\nSunset & valley views<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Val-David \/ Mont-Plante<\/strong><\/td>\r\nSommet du Val-David<\/td>\r\n4\u20136 km<\/td>\r\nModerate<\/td>\r\nRocky viewpoints + quiet forest<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n
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Traveler Tip:<\/strong>
For first-time hikers who want big views with low effort<\/strong>, choose:
✅ La Corniche<\/strong> (classic mountain viewpoint)
✅ Sentier des Cimes<\/strong> (flat + panoramic tower)<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n

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Seasonal Highlights<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n
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Season<\/th>\r\nWhy It\u2019s Great<\/th>\r\nWhat to Expect<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
Fall (Sept\u2013Oct)<\/strong><\/td>\r\nPeak colors<\/strong><\/td>\r\nBook parking early, weekends are busy<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Summer<\/strong><\/td>\r\nLakes, swimmers, butterflies<\/td>\r\nBring water + bug repellent<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Spring<\/strong><\/td>\r\nBest waterfalls<\/td>\r\nTrails may be muddy<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Winter<\/strong><\/td>\r\nSnowshoe + cross-country ski<\/td>\r\nDress in layers, check trail grooming<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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Local + Traveler Feedback (Reddit, AllTrails & TripAdvisor)<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n