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Mont St Hilaire, Montérégie

Hiking near Laval

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107 trails within 2 hr of Laval by car. Compare the drive, the walking time and the level to choose your next outing.

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Starting from: Laval city centre
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Drive times are estimates (≈) from the city centre, as the crow flies. Walking time comes from the trail page when it has one; a walking filter hides trails without a duration.

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Parc des Prairies trail - hiking in Laval

Drive ≈ 8 min

Parc des Prairies

Parc Bernard-Landry, formerly Parc des Prairies, is a green space of 30 hectares (according to Radio-Canada, 2019) in…

Dog rules: check the trail page

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Mont St Hilaire trail - hiking in Montérégie

Drive ≈ 53 min Walk 1 hr 45 min

Mont St Hilaire

Gault Nature Reserve, owned by McGill University, protects more than 1,000 hectares on Mont Saint-Hilaire (414 m), about 40 km… Moderate trail of 5.4 km, 281 m of climb.

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Parc des Cascades trail - hiking in Lanaudière

Drive ≈ 1 hr 1 min Walk 1 hr 30 min

Parc des Cascades

Nestled in Lanaudière, Quebec, this nature sanctuary features 150 m of elevation gain through well-maintained forest trails…

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Trails near Laval

8 trails shown out of 107
Mont-Saint-Bruno National Park trail - hiking in Montérégie

A half-day outing takes a little planning.

Think about the way back, the breaks and the parking.

  • Check access

    Opening hours, parking and access conditions can change with the season.

  • Check the weather at the destination

    Changing weather can make some trails harder.

  • Choose your route

    Match the length and the level to your group and the time you have.

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Parc du Mont-Royal trail - hiking in Montréal

Parc du Mont-Royal

Bus 11, stop Remembrance / du Chalet (Belvédère Kondiaronk), 1 min walk (0 m), season to be confirmed. Return: stop Camillien-Houde / Remembrance.

Bus 711, stop Remembrance / du Chalet (Belvédère Kondiaronk), 1 min walk (0 m), weekends only (Runs on weekends and public holidays only.). Return: stop Camillien-Houde / Remembrance.

Checked on October 23, 2026. Check schedules and connections before you go.

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Parc Jean-Drapeau trail - hiking in Montréal

Parc Jean-Drapeau

Metro (Ligne 4 - Jaune), station Station Jean-Drapeau, 1 min walk (0 m), season to be confirmed.

Bus 777, stop Station Jean-Drapeau, 2 min walk (111 m), season to be confirmed.

Checked on October 23, 2026. Check schedules and connections before you go.

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Parc Frédéric-Back trail - hiking in Montréal

Parc Frédéric-Back

Bus 20, stop des Régrattiers / Paul-Boutet, 1 min walk (1 m), season to be confirmed.

Bus 45, stop Papineau / Barnabé-Larocque, 17 min walk (1 262 m), season to be confirmed.

Checked on October 23, 2026. Check schedules and connections before you go.

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Parc de la Promenade-Bellerive trail - hiking in Montréal

Parc de la Promenade-Bellerive

Bus 185, stop Bellerive / Mercier, 1 min walk (7 m), season to be confirmed.

Bus 22, stop Notre-Dame / Pierre-Tétreault, 7 min walk (487 m), season to be confirmed. Return: stop Notre-Dame / Des Ormeaux.

Checked on October 23, 2026. Check schedules and connections before you go.

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Parc des Prairies trail - hiking in Laval

Parc des Prairies

Bus 20, stop des Prairies / du Crochet, 1 min walk (15 m), season to be confirmed.

Bus 24, stop Cartier / Ampère, 8 min walk (597 m), season to be confirmed.

Checked on October 23, 2026. Check schedules and connections before you go.

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Parc du Boisé-Jean-Milot trail - hiking in Montréal

Parc du Boisé-Jean-Milot

Bus 33, stop Langelier / Bélanger, 1 min walk (31 m), season to be confirmed.

Bus 141, stop Bélanger / Langelier, 1 min walk (49 m), season to be confirmed.

Checked on October 23, 2026. Check schedules and connections before you go.

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Through the seasons

Spring : Boisé de l'Orée-des-Bois

Spring

Spring in Laval brings mild temperatures and muddy trail conditions as snow melts from March to May.

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This is an excellent time to explore riverside trails along the Rivière des Prairies, though waterproof boots are essential due to wet and muddy paths. Start with shorter, well-maintained trails as many backcountry routes may still have snow patches or be inaccessible.

Summer : Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles

Summer

Summer offers the best hiking conditions in Laval with warm temperatures and long daylight hours from June to August.

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All 97 nearby trails are typically accessible, making it perfect for longer hikes and exploring the region's diverse forest paths. Bring plenty of water, insect repellent for mosquitoes and blackflies, and start early morning hikes to avoid the heat and afternoon thunderstorms common in Quebec summers.

Fall : Parc du Mont-Royal

Fall

Fall transforms Laval's hiking trails with spectacular autumn foliage from September to November, offering some of the year's most scenic conditions.

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The cooler temperatures and reduced insect activity make for comfortable hiking, though trails can become slippery with wet leaves. Layer clothing as temperatures can vary significantly, and consider bringing a headlamp for shorter daylight hours later in the season.

Winter : Parc-nature du Bois-de-Liesse

Winter

Winter hiking near Laval requires proper preparation with temperatures often dropping well below freezing and significant snowfall from December to March.

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Many trails become snowshoeing or cross-country skiing routes, requiring appropriate winter gear including microspikes or snowshoes for traction. Dress in layers, bring extra food and warm drinks, and inform others of your route as daylight hours are limited and weather conditions can change rapidly.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I go hiking near Laval?

The page lists 107 trails. The closest is Boisé Papineau (≈ 4 min drive from downtown), the farthest Parc Omega (≈ 1 hr 56 min). Drive times are estimated as the crow flies.

How long does it take to drive to the trails near Laval?

35 trails are within ≈ 30 min of driving, 60 within ≈ 1 hr, and all of them within ≈ 2 hr. These are estimates from downtown.

What are the most popular trails near Laval?

Among the trails on this page, the most viewed on Let's Go Play Outside are Mont St Hilaire, Mont-Saint-Bruno National Park and Mont Yamaska.

How long are the trails near Laval?

84 listings give a length, from 1 km (Parc des Méandres) to 119.8 km (Parc régional de la Forêt Ouareau). The other 23 do not say.

Are there easy hikes near Laval?

Yes: among the trails on this page that give a level, 54 easy, 21 moderate and 8 hard. The closest easy ones: Boisé Papineau, Centre de la nature de Laval and Parc-nature de l'Île-de-la-Visitation.

Can I hike with my dog near Laval?

48 listings say dogs are allowed and 6 say they are not. For the other 53, the rule is not confirmed: check the trail page before you go.

Where can I hike for free near Laval?

27 listings say access is free, including Boisé Papineau, Centre de la nature de Laval and Beausejour Park among the closest. For the others, free access is not confirmed: check the trail page.

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