Downhill skiing in Gaspésie

Ski Down the Slopes with Your Family

In Gaspésie, ski resorts offer ideal settings for outdoor vacations with your family. Each resort provides a range of options, from beginner slopes to expert terrain, and may also include snow parks. Several sites also have backcountry ski areas where you can try out this sport in a safe environment.

Various other outdoor activities may also be offered, including snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, snow tubing and skating, which can turn a ski trip into a multi-activity getaway. To ensure you enjoy a hassle-free experience and get to spend more time in the great outdoors, most resorts also offer places to eat and stay right at the base of the slopes.

Since Gaspésie typically experiences heavy snowfall, these small-scale ski resorts are great places to enjoy winter to the fullest.

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Discover Some of the Best Ski Resorts in Gaspésie

Pin Rouge Tourist Resort New Richmond Ski Resorts

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Pin Rouge Tourist Resort

Located at the heart of the La Baie-des-Chaleurs sector in New Richmond, the Pin Rouge Tourist Resort offers 27 ski slopes along with breathtaking views of the Chic-Choc Mountains. You can also enjoy staying in a colourful chalet in the resort’s mountain village as well as other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, snow tubing and skating.
Parc régional de Val-d'Irène Sainte-Irène Ski Resorts

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Parc régional de Val-d’Irène

Located in Sainte-Irène, the Val-d’Irène regional park offers downhill skiing and snowboarding as well as snow tubing, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. You will also find a restaurant and accommodations on site. The ski resort’s 31 slopes feature 100% natural snow and are suitable for a variety of skill levels. One of the highlights of the season is the Aqua-Neige event in the spring, when competitors attempt to cross Lake Picalo on skis or snowboards.
Centre de ski Mont-Béchervaise Gaspé Ski Resorts

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Centre de ski Mont-Béchervaise

Located just a few minutes from the centre of Gaspé, the Mont-Béchervaise ski resort offers slopes for all levels and amazing views of Gaspé Bay. In addition to downhill skiing and snowboarding, you can also go snow tubing and enjoy a meal in the restaurant on site.
Station de ski Mont Castor Matane Ski Resorts

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Station de ski Mont Castor

Located within 15 minutes of downtown Matane, the Mont Castor ski resort is perfect for a family outing. In addition to downhill skiing, you can enjoy snow tubing, snowshoeing and alpine touring as well as grab a bite to eat on site.
Le Petit Chamonix Matapédia Ski Resorts

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Le Petit Chamonix

Located in Matapédia, Le Petit Chamonix is a family-friendly ski resort featuring 13 slopes and two snow parks, including one specifically designed for children aged 2 to 6. The site relies on 100% natural snow and also offers snow tubing, skating and snowshoeing as well as an introduction to backcountry skiing. You can also eat on site and enjoy a drink in the bar.