Waterfalls at Bras du Nord.

This weeklong adventure through Quebec’s most iconic mountain biking destinations blends epic rides with good food and relaxed camp vibes. From the technical trails of Bromont to the flowing lines at Le Massif and the stunning singletrack of Vallée Bras-du-Nord, each day offers a different flavor of riding, balanced with hearty camp meals and evenings by the fire. Whether you’re looking for practical meal-planning inspiration, ideas for where to ride, or just a taste of what it’s like to spend a week chasing trails and cooking outdoors, this itinerary gives you a detailed yet down-to-earth look at how to make it all happen.

Our original plan was to stay the entire trip in Quebec at Jacques Cartier National Park, however, the weather was calling for terrible amounts of rain during the first two full days of the trip. We were thinking about canceling, but then noticed that Montreal wasn’t getting that storm during those days. So, we shortened our stay at Jacques Cartier and booked a campsite near Bromont, just outside of Montreal.

An evening view down the Jacques-Cartier River from the visitor center at Jacques-Cartier National Park.

Trip Itinerary with Addresses

Saturday – Hitting the Road from Ontario

Breakfast: On the road (coffee and snacks along the way)
Lunch: Burgers with all the fixings – buns, patties, cheese, pickles, lettuce, ketchup, mustard.
Dinner: Campfire steak night with grilled veggies and mushrooms.
Activities: Mostly travel day. Set up camp, get settled, and ease into trip mode with a relaxed evening around the fire.
Camping Location: Domaine Du Lac Libby, 426 1e Rang, Saint-Étienne-de-Bolton, QC J0E 2E0

Notes: Shout out to the great folks at Domaine Du Lac Libby who helped us book the last minute site the day before we would arrive! This campground was wonderful - the sites were clean, firewood and ice at the store, and a nice beach to cool off at after a sweaty day of riding.

Sunday – First Ride & Camping Night 2

Breakfast: Fire omelettes (eggs, bacon, peppers, onions, cheese, precooked potatoes) cooked over the flames.
Activity: Ride at Bromont Mountain Bike Park
Lunch: Wraps stuffed with cold cuts, cheese, cucumber, lettuce, Caesar dressing.
Dinner: Souvlaki skewers with grilled vegetables and orzo salad (souvlaki meat was pre-seasoned, orzo salad was pre-made at home).

Notes: Bromont bike park was about a 20 minute drive from this campground. There are closer campgrounds, but due to our last minute change, this was the only place with a site available. There was a mountain bike race happening when we visited, which was fun to watch while riding the lift up the mountain. The Bromont bike trails are quite rugged compared to many of the other trails that we rode in Quebec. Most people were riding double crowns. We had a ton of fun, the views were beautiful and the trails were maintained decently. There are some fairly chunky areas, so be cautious. There is a skills park on the mountain as well, which is a really fun area to play around in and practice table tops, drops, and rolls.

Caption: View from the top of Bromont!

Monday – Trails & Tacos

Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with peameal bacon and toast.
Activity: Ride at Bromont Mountain Bike Park (Victory Lap) & cool off at the Bromont water park!
Lunch: We stopped at Brouemont - Microbrasserie & Restaurant (107 Bd de Bromont, Bromont, QC J2L 2K7)
Dinner: Chicken tacos with tortillas, cilantro, onion, crema.

Notes: Brouemont had awesome beer and delicious food, it was so good after a hot morning on the trails. To cool off after lunch, we headed to Bromont Water Park, a destination that offers an epic array of water slides. Beyond the slides, the park is part of a larger mountain experience, meaning you can combine your aquatic fun with activities like alpine luge and scenic chairlift rides. It’s a great spot for families looking for a full day of adventure, offering a mix of relaxation and high-octane fun against a beautiful mountain backdrop.

Some stills from video footage riding Bromont. There are some lovely meadows that you'll cross in certain areas. There are berms of all sizes, depending on the difficulty of trail you’re riding.

Tuesday – Driving to Quebec & Hike

Breakfast: Pancakes drizzled with maple syrup.
Activity: Hiking Les Loups at Jacques Cartier National Park
Lunch: Chicken thighs with prepacked salad.
Dinner: Sausages with pasta salad (or leftover orzo).
Camping Location: Jacques Cartier National Park, 103 Chem. du Parc National, Stoneham-et-Tewkesbury, QC G3C 2T5

Notes: The Les Loups trail is 11km in and out, which it took us 2.5hrs at a fairly fast pace. It is a well traveled trail, but be sure to wear high quality hiking shoes if you are going to the final lookout. You will likely encounter wet boulders on the way up. We highly recommend hiking the full trail if you have time - the view at the end is amazing!

Jaques-Cartier river from a lookout on Les Loups

Another view from a lookout on Les Loups

The views from the second lookout on the Les Loups trail.

Wednesday – Empire47

Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with toast.
Activity: Ride Empire 47 (26, rue du Pied-des-Pentes, Lac-Delage, QC G3C 5A2) — famous for smooth machine-built flow trails and great bike park feel.
Lunch: Burgers.
Dinner: Chicken thighs with prepacked salad.

Notes: Empire47 (or E47) has over 70km of extremely well maintained trails for all skill levels. The climbs were fun and interesting, with some step ups to power over. There was also some fantastic berms, flow, and rock rolls on the descents. We only had one day, but could definitely do a lot more there!

Rocks you’ll encounter on the trail on the way up to Summit 2

Beautiful view on the Belzébrute trail

Thursday - Le Massif

Breakfast: Peameal and eggs open-face on English muffins.
Activity: Ride Le Massif (185, chemin du Massif, Petite-Rivière-Saint-François, QC G0A 2L0). Big mountain terrain with scenic views of the St. Lawrence River
Lunch: Chicken burgers with lettuce and mayo.
Dinner: Pork tacos with cilantro, onion, crema.

Notes: Le Massif was the most beautiful trail system we went to! The trails start at the top of the mountain, so you get to enjoy the amazing view as you’re getting ready and there are incredible views on the way down, particularly if you take Histoire sans fin. There’s some climbing that needs to be done up bus jaune, but afterwards, its SO worth it! The berms with incredible views of the St. Lawrence River, the flow, the berms (yes I’ll mention them again!)! This trail is a must do!

Incredible views of the St. Lawrence River on the way down the trail Histoire sans fin.

Well maintained berms on the way down Le Massif

Smooth, well maintained berms with more incredible views.

Friday - Bras du Nord

Breakfast: Peameal and eggs on toast with hashbrowns.
Activity: Ride Vallée Bras-du-Nord (107 Grande Ligne, Saint-Raymond, QC G3L 2Y4). Endless singletrack and some of the most scenic trails in the region.
Lunch: Sausages on buns with cut veggies.
Dinner: Dehydrated chili mac & cheese, easy and filling after a long day out.

Notes: The trail system is divided into two distinct and complementary sectors: the Shannahan area and the Saint-Raymond area. Shannahan Sector: This is considered the “wild side” of the valley. It’s known for its long, epic singletracks, technical challenges, and stunning natural scenery, including glacial hills, cliffs, rivers, and waterfalls. This sector is a must-ride for experienced riders and is where you’ll find some of the most famous trails. Saint-Raymond Sector: Located closer to the town of Saint-Raymond, this sector offers a different experience. The trails here are shorter, featuring flowy singletracks with a succession of quick climbs and fun descents. This area is more playful and is a great option for a quick ride or for riders looking to improve their skills.

Author walking their bike across the bridge at Bras-du-Nord as instructed

Tons of beauty at Brad du Nord: mountains, waterfalls, suspension bridges, what more could you ask for! This waterfall is Chute à Gilles, which can be ridden to by taking Grande Évaison.

Saturday - Sentiers du Moulin

Breakfast: Scrambled eggs and toast
Activity: Ride Sentiers du Moulin (99, chemin du Moulin, Lac-Beauport, QC G3B 0E1). Epic single track with big rock features and wooden bridges.
Lunch: Wraps, veggies, cut meat, hummus.
Dinner: Ate out this day!

Notes: Sentiers du Moulin is a well-known mountain biking destination located just 20 minutes from Quebec City. It has gained a reputation for its high-quality, challenging trails and is considered a world-class trail network. It is primarily known for its technical and demanding singletrack. The trail network is built for riders who are looking for a challenge, with a focus on cross-country and all-mountain riding. The trails are characterized by natural terrain (massive granite slabs and exposed rock), and technical features (mix of technical climbs and descents, with plenty of roots, rocks, and man-made features like wooden structures).

One of the longer continuous rock slabs at Sentiers du Moulin

Sentiers du Moulin is unique for the vast networks of rock slabs and networks of wooden features. These photos are on Crête du Lynx.

Sunday, July 13 – Heading Home

Breakfast: Pancakes with maple syrup.
Activity: Pack up camp, hit the road, and ease back into reality.
Lunch: On the road.
Dinner: Home sweet home!

Locations Summary

Location	Address
Sentiers du Moulin	99, chemin du Moulin, Lac-Beauport, QC G3B 0E1
Mont-Sainte-Anne	2000 Boulevard du Beau-Pré, Beaupré, QC G0A 1E0
Empire 47	26, rue du Pied-des-Pentes, Lac-Delage, QC G3C 5A2
Le Massif	185, chemin du Massif, Petite-Rivière-Saint-François, QC G0A 2L0
Bras du Nord	107 Grande Ligne, Saint-Raymond, QC G3L 2Y4

Meals Summary

Date	Breakfast	Lunch	Dinner
Sat, Jul 5	On the road	Burgers	Steaks with grilled veg + mushrooms
Sun, Jul 6	Fire omelettes	Wraps (meats, cheese, lettuce, cucumbers)	Souvlaki + pre-made orzo salad
Mon, Jul 7	Scrambled eggs + peameal toast	Meal out at Brouemont	Chicken tacos
Tue, Jul 8	Pancakes with maple syrup	Chicken thighs + salad	Sausages + pasta salad
Wed, Jul 9	Scrambled eggs + toast	Burgers	Chicken thighs + packed salad
Thu, Jul 10	Peameal + eggs on English muffin	Chicken burger	Pork tacos
Fri, Jul 11	Peameal + eggs on toast + hashbrowns	Sausages on a bun with veggies	Chili mac & cheese (dehydrated)
Sat, Jul 12	Scrambled eggs + toast	Wraps, veggies, cut meat, hummus	Ate out
Sun, Jul 13	Pancakes with maple syrup	On the road	Home