Snowshoeing · Quebec city
How to choose
Guided snowshoeing outings depart from Quebec city or directly inside the parks from December to March. Excluding equipment rentals, guided tour prices range from 42 € to 131 €, with durations spanning from 3h to a full day across 6 available options. Outings suited for an “Occasionally sporty” level last 7h and cost between 42 € and 56 €, including excursions heading to Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier or Camp Mercier. For an accessible guided option rated “Everybody welcome”, Sepaq offers a shorter hike lasting 3h to 4h for 131 €. If you prefer exploring independently without a guide, Sepaq also provides a full day equipment rental at 21 €. Choose Quatre Natures from 42 € if you want an excursion departing from Place d'Armes, or book Sepaq at 131 € if you prefer meeting on-site for a shorter guided hike.
6 offers available
Our picks
Snowshoe Hike in Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier from Quebec City
This 7-hour guided hike with Quatre Natures is the lowest-priced guided excursion at 42 €.
Guided Snowshoe Hike in Jacques-Cartier National Park, Quebec
Rated “Everybody welcome”, this Sepaq hike lasts 3h to 4h and costs 131 €.
Snowshoe rental in the Jacques-Cartier Park, Québec
This equipment rental option from Sepaq costs 21 € for a full day of self-guided exploration.
Frequently asked questions
What months are snowshoeing outings offered around Quebec City?
Snowshoeing activities are scheduled from December to March.
What is the price range for snowshoeing tours?
Guided tours range from 42 € to 131 €. An independent equipment rental is also offered at 21 €.
What physical fitness levels are required?
Depending on the tour, offerings are either rated Everybody welcome or Occasionally sporty. The 7-hour guided treks with Quatre Natures require an Occasionally sporty level.
Where do the different tours meet?
Tours with Quatre Natures depart from Place d'Armes in Quebec City. For Sepaq excursions, the meeting point is at the park discovery and visitor centre in Sainte-Brigitte-de-Laval.
In which languages are the excursions guided?
Guided excursions with both Sepaq and Quatre Natures are conducted in English and French.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9.3 °C | 103.4 mm | Peak |
| February | -9.5 °C | 103.5 mm | Peak |
| March | -3.6 °C | 92.3 mm | Good |
| April | 3.5 °C | 97.3 mm | Poor |
| May | 10 °C | 157.4 mm | Off season |
| June | 16.8 °C | 112.5 mm | Off season |
| July | 20.6 °C | 160.2 mm | Off season |
| August | 18.7 °C | 86.3 mm | Off season |
| September | 15.9 °C | 154.1 mm | Off season |
| October | 8.5 °C | 133.5 mm | Off season |
| November | 0.8 °C | 123.3 mm | Poor |
| December | -7.5 °C | 117.5 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Dress in warm breathable winter layers, and bring waterproof winter boots, insulated gloves, and a warm hat.
Getting there
For Quatre Natures excursions, meet at Place d'Armes in Quebec city, while Sepaq outings meet at the park Discovery and Service Centre in Sainte-Brigitte-de-Laval.
See also
Other activities in Quebec city
Updated September 2026