Mont-Orford National Park in Quebec, Canada - map and visitor information
Parc national du Mont-Orford protects Appalachian ridges, lakes and maple forest near Orford and Magog, Québec. Sépaq operates this provincial national park. Choose the Lac-Stukely or Lac-Fraser sector for your visit, then match the trail, campground or beach to that entrance. Mountain-resort services have a separate operator.
Highlights around Orford's lakes and ridges
- Walk a forest or viewpoint route selected from the park's trail network.
- Explore the Stukely and Fraser lake sectors during their operating seasons.
- Choose a marked winter ski or snowshoe route when snow conditions permit.
Plan around sector services
Fees, hours, and seasonal access
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Daily admission | CAD 10.30 per adult aged 18 or older. Ages 17 and under enter free. Taxes included. |
| Beach parking | A separate parking charge applies when the beaches are supervised. |
| Le Cerisier reception | October 12–December 11, 2026: Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Seasonal services | Lac-Fraser is closed for the season. Watercraft rentals and the Le Cerisier rental center are closed. Cycling paths closed October 15; mountain-bike and hiking trails remain available subject to their own conditions. |
| Mountain biking | Dedicated mountain-bike trails require an additional ticket beyond park admission. |
See Sépaq admission options before buying access. Check activity-specific charges separately.
Choose an open route and suitable lake conditions
Use current trail conditions to select a hike or ride. The La Castorie cycling route, number 14, is closed until further notice. Watercraft rentals depend on wind and water temperature; those rental limits do not establish safe conditions for every personal outing. Swim only at a designated supervised site under its current instructions.
Protect lakes and follow activity boundaries
Public use of trailered-boat launch ramps is prohibited. Clean personal watercraft at the park's designated washing stations. In the grassy beach area at Lac Stukely, only portable propane camping stoves with at most two burners are allowed; barbecues are prohibited. Dogs may use only authorized places and periods.
Reserve the accommodation and correct arrival route
When arranging admission, include children; their free entry still requires park access authorization. Book camping, ready-to-camp accommodation or a cabin through Sépaq. Some cabins operate year-round, but their winter road itinerary differs from the summer approach. For November 1, 2026–May 13, 2027, follow the specific cabin arrival instructions. A park pass does not reserve an equipment rental or a mountain-resort service.
Maps and the Stukely and Fraser approaches
For Lac-Stukely, the official approach uses Highway 10 exit 118 and Route 141 north. Le Cerisier discovery center is at 200 chemin du Camping in Orford. Lac-Fraser has a different approach via Alfred-DesRochers and Route 220 west; its reception address is 6075 Route 220. Use the official sector directions rather than the separate administrative mailing address.
Other parks for an Eastern Townships drive
Parc national de la Yamaska is near Granby and Roxton Pond, with its entrance on boulevard David-Bouchard. Parc national du Mont-Mégantic is farther east, with Franceville and Observatoire approaches from different roads. Select the intended entrance for either separate trip.
Hikes, cycling, and seasonal lake visits
The trail network ranges from easier walks to demanding ridge routes. When the cycling season reopens, La Cavalière links the Stukely and Fraser centers over 10.6 km one way. Check its opening status and allow for the return. Use the official activity page for route tables and separate mountain-resort information.
Visitor centers and camping services
Le Cerisier provides reception and seasonal rental services; its ground-floor toilets remain accessible at all times. The Stukely and Fraser campgrounds have their own facilities and operating dates. Ask about a specific accessible route or accommodation instead of assuming that every trail shares the visitor center's access provisions.
About Mont-Orford
Protecting Appalachian hills
The park was created in 1938. Rounded ridges, valleys and mountain massifs reflect its Appalachian setting. Maple forest covers much of the protected landscape.
Wetlands and forest wildlife
White-tailed deer, great blue herons, amphibians and reptiles occur here. Lakes, streams and wetlands provide habitat alongside the forest. Watch from the route and leave animals undisturbed.
Contact Mont-Orford
Call 819-843-9855 for park information. Sépaq reservations: 1-800-665-6527. The daily conditions are important before a trail or lake outing.
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