If you're headed to Mont‑Tremblant, you’ll want to carve out a couple of hours for Sentier des Cimes Laurentides—a treetop walk that’s not just another canopy path. Nestled on a historic former fish farm between Mont‑Blanc and Sainte‑Agathe‑des‑Monts, this elevated adventure unfolds across roughly 1.35 km of gentle boardwalk rising up to 18 m above forest floor, with universal access and a maximum slope of 6%—so it’s stroller‑ and wheelchair‑friendly, no problem.
The trail builds slowly, guiding you through learning panels and playful balance stations that feed both curiosity and fun—think spotting squirrels, discovering local flora and fauna, even a “bird house” platform where chickadees may eat from your hand. Between you and the sky sits the centerpiece: a panoramic observation tower soaring 40 m high—roughly a dozen storeys above ground—with jaw‑dropping views of the Laurentian landscape, Mont‑Tremblant in the distance, mosaic lakes and rolling hills.
But the real thrill? At the tower’s centre is a massive suspended net—a giant airy lounge 40 m up where you can lay back, lie down, maybe feel a bit vertigo, and gaze down through the mesh at the forest below. It’s the kind of moment that turns a walk into a memory.
New for summer 2025: a 60‑metre long slide, built right into the treetops, offers a whirlwind descent through nature. Kids and thrill‑seekers rejoice: you climb up, then swoosh down—forest fun meets gravity. Officially called the “cimes slide,” the details are rolling out now but expect to laugh and squeal your way back to trail level.
The walk, tower and slide combo takes about two hours round‑trip—providing a perfect blend of fresh air, interpretive learning, and adrenaline spiced with scenic peace. What’s more, the whole site is year‑round—so whether it's autumn’s fiery foliage or winter’s sparkling quiet, you’ll catch nature at its best.
When nature calls—or you’re ready for lunch—head back to the renovated fish farm’s courtyard. Here you’ll find Chez Émile cafeteria serving local fare on a scenic terrace, alongside a boutique offering artisan goods and souvenirs from Quebec artisans. There’s also a network of ground trails to explore, access to the P’tit Train du Nord bike path, landscaped gardens, ponds—and even giant cornhole or Connect 4 for the kids. This spot is as immersive as it is content‑rich.
After a day in the trees, you might consider staying nearby up in Mont‑Tremblant, where charming, off‑grid treehouse stays await. Refuges Perchés du Mont‑Tremblant offers 20 rustic‑luxury treehouses perched lakeside and forest‑side around Lac Cordon. Cozy, off‑grid, but still equipped with wood heating, simple kitchens, sunny terraces, and even canoe or foot access only—plus leave‑no‑trace ethos for low impact nature lovers. Kabania treehouses are also scattered in the region, offering similarly magical forest escapes (though less formalized)—each elevated, sparingly modern but richly atmospheric. And over at Chalet Perché, higher up in the Upper Laurentians, you’ll find rope‑bridge access, compost‑toilet, propane stove and rustic charm, with firs and birches all around—perfect for starry nights and unplugged relaxation.
Mont‑Tremblant accommodations pair well with wildlife and treetop days: just imagine waking up in a wooden cabin above the trees, then hopping in the car and driving 15 minutes to the Sentier des Cimes trailhead. Stay a night or two, soak in the forest, and you’ve got a getaway that’s equal parts wild, educational and enchanting.
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