3 Best Hiking Trails in Sherbrooke

“Parc du Mont-Bellevue has remarkable biodiversity and features downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and tennis. Parc du Mont-Bellevue has hiking trails for running or walking that extend for several kilometres. This park also has a nice play area for children and tables for family snacks. There is a variety of programs that appeal to all ages and interest levels. The more adventurous can get on their mountain or snow bikes and set off on the trails. Parc du Mont-Bellevue provides four seasons of outdoor recreation, education, and research, accessible to families, athletes, academics, the general public, and visitors. The Parc du Mont-Bellevue offers free parking.”

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“Marais Réal D.-Carbonneau nature area covers an ecosystem of approximately 40 hectares with more than 50 species of trees and shrubs, many birds, amphibians, invertebrates, reptiles, and mammals. The park has various amenities like a playground, volleyball court, walking trails, a boathouse, beautiful paths, and more. Visitors can relax and enjoy their time in the picnic area. In addition, the Marais Trail intersects with a Sentiers de l'Estrie trail for those who want to walk several kilometres. Marais Réal D.-Carbonneau is a good place for bird watching. The park's wetlands connect to a much longer trail leading north. In summer and winter, the Marais Réal D.-Carbonneau marsh offers a great change of scenery for nature lovers.”

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“Parc du Bois-Beckett is an old maple grove and beech forest covering a surface area of 70 hectares. This park is home to clumps of hemlock and 30 other tree species. The forest is so old that the oldest tree is believed to be about 300 years old. A total of 103 bird species have this place as home, and ornithologists from across Quebec gather here annually. The park features several family-friendly attractions for children and their parents to enjoy. There are six kilometres of marked trails, providing the perfect place for a family hike. Visitors can discover many trails through the seasons while respecting nature and observing the birds, small mammals, and flora in this woodland. Parc du Bois-Beckett is the place to relax and admire the beautiful trees of the old forest or marvel at the diversity of wildlife and flora.”

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