Piste de la Grande-Ourse
Parc national du Mont-Mégantic, Quebec, Canada
Out-and-back trail in Parc national du Mont-Mégantic, Quebec, Canada. Cross-country skiing.
- Distance
- 1.3 mi (2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 167 ft (51 m)
- Est. Time
- 25 min
- High point
- 2,503 ft (763 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Hut: Refuge Grande-Ourse 1.3 mi (2 km) from start
- Campsite: Camping sauvage Grande-Ourse (13 plate-formes) 1.3 mi (2 km) from start
- Hut: Deneb 1.3 mi (2 km) from start
- Hut: Véga 1.3 mi (2 km) from start
- Hut: Sirius 1.3 mi (2 km) from start
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Questions about Piste de la Grande-Ourse
How long is Piste de la Grande-Ourse?
Piste de la Grande-Ourse is 1.3 mi (2 km) long. Most people take about 25 min. It climbs 167 ft (51 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,503 ft (763 m).
How hard is Piste de la Grande-Ourse?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Piste de la Grande-Ourse?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Piste de la Grande-Ourse?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Piste de la Grande-Ourse shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Piste de la Grande-Ourse?
Best for Cross-country skiing. Surface: gravel.
Is this a good week for Piste de la Grande-Ourse?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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