Three activities for full-on winter fun in Coaticook
Published on February 2, 2026 • Destinations to explore
Located in the heart of the Eastern Townships, the Coaticook region is an exceptional winter playground. Whether you’re looking for adrenaline or a calmer outing, you’ll find a smorgasbord of activities to enjoy the cold season to the fullest.
The Coaticook region
Discover Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook
With its vast natural space and variety of activities, Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook is a must-see to get moving during the winter. You can learn to play disc golf, slide on a kicksled or take on the Liéri, an escape game that will challenge you with its mix of observations, riddles and adventure. Outdoor fanatics will also enjoy the skating rink, farmhouse and hiking, snowshoeing and fatbiking trails. To extend your stay, the park offers rustic shelters, chalets and even winter camping.
Great news for families: pets on leashes are welcome. And don’t forget to keep an eye on the “Rendez-vous du samedi” (Saturday meet-ups) programming on social media!
Play at Acoatica, go ice fishing and savour your experience at Parc Découverte Nature.
Experience winter differently at Parc Découverte Nature! Start with ready-to-go ice fishing, where all supplies are provided and the frozen ponds are ready to welcome visitors young and old. When you’re finished fishing, warm up by the outdoor fire while savouring a hot chocolate.
The adventure continues with Acoatica, an immersive and interactive game that plunges players into a subaquatic universe where they take on challenges, confronting the dangers that threaten the marine ecological balance and help protect an endangered species in Quebec. A complete winter outing, original and fun, perfect to share unforgettable moments all while discovering nature in a new way.
Good to know: both parks offer a 10% discount when you reserve online at gorgedecoaticook.qc.ca and decouvertenature.qc.ca using the code FLOCON. ❄️
Explore the region’s mountains on a scenic hike
The region’s mountains reveal spectacular panoramic views of the Eastern Townships’ snowy landscapes.
Parc Harold F. Baldwin and its Mont Pinacle reward hikers with breathtaking views from the peak at 665 metres. It’s the perfect place for a peaceful hike with family or friends.
For more seasoned hikers, Mont Hereford, the region’s third-highest peak at 864 metres, offers an extra challenge. You can also spend the night in a pod, an out-of-the-ordinary lodging experience that perfectly combines comfort and isolation right in wild nature through Mont Expérience Hereford camping.
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