Quebec · Cross-country skiing

Chemin du Raccourci

An out-and-back cross-country ski trail in Quebec, Canada.

3.5 mi
round trip
844 ft
climb
2,323 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Chemin du Raccourci is an out-and-back cross-country ski trail in Quebec, Canada, inside Forêt Montmorency. It is 1.7 miles each way, 3.5 miles there and back. It runs between about 2,040 ft and 2,320 ft above sea level, with roughly 550 ft of climbing one way. It is mapped as a moderate route. It is groomed for classic and skate skiing. The nearest town is Saint-Ferréol-les-Neiges, about 18 miles northwest of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Mont Roger-Gosselin, Mont Edgar-Porter and Mont André-Lafond. Chute de la Rivière-Noire is within about 3 miles. There are 3 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the trail shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Grooming and snow conditions change daily, so check the local trail report before you go.

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