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The National Trail in Mauricie is a linear hiking trail that crosses the Mauricie region from west to east (or vice versa). It begins in the Lanaudière region and stretches to the Quebec region. The website of the National Trail in Mauricie describes the open segments, as well as the GPS tracks accessible free of charge by the public. This site has a Stories section that shows the adventures of hikers on this trail. The National Trail concept was established on January 9, 1990. To date, 1041 km have been approved. The "Devil's Fall" section (3 seasons) begins at Lac en Croix in Saint-Mathieu-du-Parc and ends at the Parc Récréoforestier in Saint-Mathieu-du-Parc. While the Le Trappeur section (3 seasons) begins at Parc Récréoforestier and ends at Parc national de la Mauricie (4 seasons) in Saint-Gérard-des-Laurentides.
Saint-Mathieu-du-Parc Church
This covered bridge spans the Shawinigan River. The covered bridge path connects the Terrasse des Chutes path (along the north side of the river) and the St-François road, along the south side. The Domaine du Pont Covered (chalet rental agency in Saint-Mathieu-du-Parc) is located on the south shore, next to the bridge.
Mokotakan Wildlife Museum and Indigenous culture sharing site
Mauricie National Park
Park with more than 150 lakes. Many recreational tourism activities offered: camping, hiking trails, cycling, observation of flora and fauna, and fishing.
Two options: autonomous course from 09:00 to 15:00 on site or online. Two challenges lasting approximately one hour. Radisson game lasting about 2 hours.