05 – Saguenay – Lac-Saint-Jean
General Information:
The Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region is located north of Quebec region, and offers almost 22 weeks of snowy conditions with the 2nd largest trail network of the Province of Quebec. Since January 2010, The Summit Circuit on the Monts-Valin offers spectacular panoramas of this true snowmobiler’s paradise.
Practical Information:
- Regional network:
13 Clubs (3 851 Km of trails) - Main trails:
23 at Alma (Lac-Saint-Jean North) and Etape – Laurentides park (south)
93 at Chibougamau (north), Mont Valin and Sacré-Coeur (south)
83 at Ferland (east), Saguenay and Sainte-Hedwidge (west)
383 at close to L'Anse-Saint-Jean
328 at Sainte-Rose-du-Nord
373 at Roberval - 49th Footbridge - Accommodation accessible from the trail:
1 600 rooms - Snow conditions:
From Mid-November until Mid of April
Location:
Principal cities: Saguenay – Alma – Roberval – Saint-Félicien -Dolbeau-Mistassini – Chibougamau – Normandin
Attractions:
- The Monts-Valin (trails 93 and 328)
- The Mont-Apica (trail 23 in Laurentides wildlife Reserve)
- The Roberval Ice Village (trail 373)
- Footbridges on the 49th (trail 373)
- Ice fishing at La Baie, Rivière-Éternité and L'Anse-Saint-Jean (trail 383)
From the region:
- Mauricie to the west (trail 83)
- Quebec City/Charlevoix to the south (trails 83, 23, 383)
- Manicouagan to the south-east (trail 93)
- James Bay & Abitibi to the north-west (trail 93)
Links:
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TOURISME SAGUENAY – LAC-SAINT-JEAN 412, boul. Saguenay Est, Bureau 100, |
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1252, route 167 sud, c.p. 134 Phone : 418 748-8140 / 1 888 748-8140 |
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Secure Hotels
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HÔTEL UNIVERSEL ALMA, Alma
(800) 263-5261 - (418) 668-5261 4-star hotel accessible directly by the regional snowmobile trail 561. Locked enclosures and very advantageous packages. Apero Bar, Pacini restaurant, indoor swimming pool and cinema located directly in the hotel complex. Location in the heart of the region as well as in downtown Alma. Rates from : Single Occ. 190,50 $/pers. Package includes: 1 night, foor credit for dinner and breakfast at Pacini restaurant with all-you-can-eat bread bar, 1 drink at the Apero bar, access spa, indoor pool and secured storages for snowmobile. |
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CENTRE DE VILLÉGIATURE MARINA CHIBOUGAMAU, Chibougamau
(418) 748-2720 Marina Chibougamau is the destination par excellence for a snowmobile excursion alone, as a couple or in a group. With its 1100 km of trails, the Eeyou Istchee James Bay territory has exceptional snow conditions. The Chibougamau Marina is directly accessible by snowmobile trail 93. Rates from : 145,00 $/pers. Package includes: Private and secure parking. After a great day of snowmobiling, there's nothing like a little well-deserved comfort in one of our 9 fully-equipped chalets or in our restaurant of choice. Customized and complete packages are available. Reserve now for the next season. |
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DOMAINE L'ORÉE DES BOIS, Notre Dame-de-Lorette
(418) 276-1075 - (418) 515-4884 Ride the region in peace! Safe place to park your trailer (applicable according to the number of nights booked). Peace of mind guaranteed for your snowmobiles! MAKE A STOPOVER NEAR THE 49TH FOOTBRIDGES. Renowned for their comfort, our yurts offer you a peaceful night's sleep with 2 queen size beds. Feel the warmth as soon as you arrive. Savor your dinner with a basket of local food and wine. End the evening with friends by the FIRE in the TIPI. Take your lunch in your unit the next day. Take advantage of the small attentions of your hosts, VISIT THE WINE CELLAR OR TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A YOGA SESSION FOR MOTORCYCLES. $. Luxurious shower and toilet nearby. The yurts are fully equipped, EVERYTHING IS THERE. Customized packages for several days or for groups with a fee are also available by contacting us directly. A WELL-MARKED CONNECTION PATH via the (373) will lead you directly to the site from the footbridges. Experience a unique adventure on a bucolic site! Rates from : Double Occ. 195,00 $/pers. Package includes: Overnight stay in the comfort of our luxurious YURT heated lodges (glamping formula) including breakfast, local basket dinner with bottle of wine. |
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HÔTEL LA SAGUENÉENNE, Saguenay
1 800 461-8390 - (418) 545-8326 Ideally located, in the entrance of Chicoutimi, Hotel La Saguenéenne, has a direct access to trails 83, 383, 368, 16. Two secure snowmobiles shelters with video surveillance are available to secure your sled overnight. After an amazing day on the well-groomed trails, what can be better to relax into our tropical atrium with indoor pool and spa. The Tremblay’s Restaurant on site, will serve you a good meal. Walking distance from: a grocery store, shopping malls, a drugstore and a liquor store. Rates from : Single Occ. 136,00 $/pers. Package includes: 1 night in a room with two double beds, american breakfast (service included), snowmobile shelter, exclusive access for the hotel's customers to our tropical atrium, interior pool, sauna and whirlpool. |
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HÔTEL LE MONTAGNAIS, Chicoutimi
1 800 463-9160 - (418) 543-1521 Direct access via trails 8-383-368 and 16. Free shuttle that gives you access to Monts-Valin. Three categories of rooms for all budgets. Restaurant, health center, discotheque, swimming pool and laundry on site. Close to all services. Rates from : Single Occ. 125,00 $/pers. Package includes: 1 night |
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CHALETS ET SPA LAC ST-JEAN, Chambord
1 877 342-7933 - (418) 342-1111 Enchanting site located on the edge of the snowmobile trail. If you wish to experience the cottage in a different way in a quiet and relaxing place. Our spacious and well-equipped facilities will meet your needs. Our Nordic pools, our massage therapy service and our restaurant section will satisfy you. Rates from : Single Occ. 155,00 $/pers. Package includes: 1 night lodging, 1 boxed breakfast and a prepared dinner to be consumed in the lodging unit. Access to the Nordic spas during opening hours. Direct access to the Trans-Québec trail. |
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HÔTEL DELTA SAGUANAY, Jonquière
(800) 363-3124 - (418) 548-3124 Located in the heart of the Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean region, near the city center, business district and government buildings, our hotel offers all the amenities a traveler needs with the style and personality they want. Rates from : Single Occ. 156,59 $/pers. Package includes: 1 night |
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HÔTEL MANOIR ROBERVAL, Roberval
(418) 275-7422 Superb hotel directly accessible by trails 83 and 573. Secure parking with very attractive packages. St-Hubert restaurant, indoor pool and bar-lounge located directly in the hotel complex. Located at the entrance of Roberval, a few steps from the magnificent Lac St-Jean. Rates from : Single Occ. 154,99 $/pers. Package includes: 1 night accommodation in a room with double or queen bed, dinner including soup, main meal and dessert at St-Hubert restaurant. Continental breakfast. Access to the indoor pool and secure parking for your snowmobile. |