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Hiking in the Mont Des Morios: trails, map and practical info

Charlevoix • Quebec

This easy 3.2 km hike in Charlevoix, Quebec leads to panoramic vistas of the region through diverse terrain from dense woodlands to open meadows. Expect 1 hour of hiking with your dog welcome on this rewarding summit trail.

4
trails
5–25 km
Distance
2h–6h30
Duration
Difficulty
Beginner to advanced
Max altitude
770 m
Dogs
Allowed
Recommended for :
Intermediate hikers

Ready to explore Mont Des Morios? Here's everything you need to know before you go!

Discover the trail

Photos: Stephan Binhate — Google Maps (Google Maps) Pierre Moisan — Google Maps (Google Maps) Thibault Jousselin — Google Maps (Google Maps)

Available trails

Trail Dist. Gain Time GPX
Beginner
5 km 500 m 2h
Intermediate
9 km 200 m 2h30
Intermediate
25 km 500 m 6h30
Advanced
15 km 250 m 4h
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Trail description

Le contenu descriptif complet doit être révisé pour refléter: (1) La distance réelle de 10.6 km (boucle) et non 3.2 km, (2) La difficulté 'hard/challenging' et non 'easy', (3) Le temps estimé de 4h04 et non 2h30, (4) Supprimer toute mention de chiens autorisés, (5) Corriger la classification de difficulté dans le contexte du gain d'élévation soutenu de 637m sur une distance plus longue.

Services and amenities

Parking Icon Parking
Refuge
Shelter Icon Shelter
Rustic camping Icon Rustic camping

This information may vary by season.

Recommended gear for this trail

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Ready to go?

Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
13 rue Principale, Notre-Dame-des-Monts, QC G0T 1L0, Canada
GPS coordinates
47.7266652, -70.5229733
Phone
(418) 439-3771

Starting Point

To access the hiking trails, head to the main trailhead located at the end of Route 381. There is a designated parking lot available for hikers. Additionally, there are several other possible trailheads:

  1. Trailhead at Chemin du Lac-à-l'Empêche, with parking available nearby.
  2. Access point via Chemin des Pointes, where limited roadside parking is an option.

Ensure to check local maps or guides for precise directions and any seasonal access information.

When?

Opening hours
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
Weather (next days)
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How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
—
Fees, tickets and reservations: Mount of Morios
What to bring?

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Gear
Download the PDF checklist
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
Dogs allowed
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
47.7266652, -70.5229733
Center
(418) 439-3771

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
Mont Des Morios is rated hard.
The elevation gain of Mont Des Morios is 637 m.
The summit of Mont Des Morios is at 770 m.
Allow about 2h30 for Mont Des Morios (3.2 km).
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Tickets, reservations and access conditions are managed by Mount of Morios: that is where the information is kept current.
Yes, dogs are allowed at Mont Des Morios.
No, Mont Des Morios has no visitor centre on site.
Mount Morrios has an elevation gain of 637 m over the 3.2 km trail. Despite the moderate distance, hikers should be prepared for significant vertical climbing.
The estimated hiking time for Mount Morrios is 2h30. Actual duration may vary depending on your fitness level, trail conditions, and how often you stop to rest or enjoy the views.
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Update : October 2026