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Signposted hiking trail starting near the roadside rest area on Route 155. This trail crosses the boreal forest, which is mainly composed in this area of cedars, maples and pines. In the first kilometer of the walk, hikers take a loop along the cliffs; at the top, they can contemplate the panorama of the Saint-Maurice valley. The trail continues winding between lakes, streams, waterfalls and mountains. This trail passes through the Grandes-Piles Nature Area and the Lac Clair campsite; this trail goes to route 159 connecting Saint-Tite and Saint-Roch-de-Mékinac.
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Mattawin Adventure Center
Rental service for water sports equipment.
Cruise service on the Saint-Maurice river on board the Windigo. Family activities and entertainment. Culture, history and guided tours.
Water sports equipment rental service in Grandes-Piles. Introduction to paddle board.
The site offers a breathtaking panorama over the valley of the Saint-Maurice river and the Pointe à la Mine. Picnic table area available. Annually, several activities take place there including the national holiday, outdoor concerts, the Festi-Volant, etc.
Developed by the municipality, the Yvon-Fournier trail runs along the shore of the Saint-Maurice River and 1st Avenue, between the municipal park and the Grandes-Piles marina. The trail has historical information panels with photos. Formerly, the buildings of the company J.R. Boisvert, manufacturer of tool handles, were erected here; this company has been a vector of the forestry economy and of the village of Grandes-Piles.
Main activities: hockey (ice rink in winter), shuffleboard or pétanque.