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Hiking in Centre Écologique Fernand-seguin: trails, map and practical info

Montérégie • Quebec

Spanning over 65 hectares of diverse ecosystems near Montreal, this moderate 3.2 km trail offers 2 hours of nature immersion in Montérégie. Educational programs and guided tours complement the hiking experience through well-maintained forested paths.

Updated Oct 26, 2026
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3.2 km
Distance
1h30
Duration
22 m
Elevation
Difficulty
Moderate
Max altitude
218 m
Admission
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Recommended for :
Intermediate hikers

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Trail description

The 3.2-kilometer trail network carries a moderate difficulty rating, driven by 250 meters of cumulative elevation gain distributed across the route. That's enough to get your heart rate up and make the outing feel like real exercise, but not so demanding that it shuts out families or occasional hikers. Budget around an hour and a quarter to an hour and a half for a comfortable pace that leaves room to stop and look around.

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Services and amenities

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Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
257 Rue Fernand-Seguin, Châteauguay, QC J6K 0K3, Canada
GPS coordinates
45.3419473, -73.76909119999999
Phone
(450) 698-3133

Starting Point

To access the hiking trails, you can head to the main trailhead located at 257 Rue Fernand-Seguin, Châteauguay, QC J6K 4V8. This is the primary starting point where you will find parking facilities available for visitors.

When?

Opening hours
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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How much?

Fees, tickets and reservations: Fernand-Seguin Ecological Centre
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Water & food
Tip: bring water
Good to know
In an emergency
Emergency
911
GPS coordinates
45.3419473, -73.76909119999999
Phone
(450) 698-3133

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
Centre écologique Fernand-Seguin is rated moderate.
The elevation gain of Centre écologique Fernand-Seguin is 22 m.
The summit of Centre écologique Fernand-Seguin is at 218 m.
Allow about 1h30 for Centre écologique Fernand-Seguin (3.2 km).
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Yes, Centre écologique Fernand-Seguin has a visitor or information centre on site.
The Centre Écologique Fernand-seguin trail is rated as moderate difficulty. With 250m of elevation gain over 3.2km, it requires a reasonable level of fitness but is manageable for most hikers with some experience.
The Centre Écologique Fernand-seguin trail takes approximately 2 hours to complete. The 3.2km trail offers a good workout with its moderate difficulty level and 250m elevation gain.
Yes, there is an access fee required to visit Centre Écologique Fernand-seguin. Parking is also not free at this location, so budget for both access and parking fees when planning your visit.
Centre Écologique Fernand-seguin offers several facilities including parking, a reception pavilion, and toilet facilities. The center is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM throughout the week.
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