Le Massif de Charlevoix in Quebec is a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders. As part of a series on ski resorts, Huffington Post Travel offers our guide to Le Massif de Charlevoix, featuring all the key information snow lovers need to know before they hit the slopes.
The Basics
Known as "Le Massif" to locals,
is located northeast of Quebec City in Petite-Riviere-Saint Francois. To make the 43 miles easier to traverse, the resort built a
to bring ski enthusiasts to the mountain. Although it is the only resort in the area, Le Massif also draws in skiers and snowboarders because it is known to have the highest vertical drop in eastern Canada.
The Mountain
With the season starting in late November and ending in early April,
has a total of 406 acres of skiable terrain. The summit's altitude is 2,645 feet, while the vertical drop is 2,526 feet. Located on the south side of the mountain, the longest, steepest and most difficult run, Le Charlevoix, runs more than three miles long with a pitch of 64 percent. Annually receiving 22 feet of hard-packed and loose granular snow, Le Massif is also capable of producing its own snow when necessary.
Trails And Lifts
Best known for its competition-friendly trail Le Charlevoix, Le Massif proudly boasts
, 15 percent of which are tailored to beginners. The
are designed for intermediate, advanced and expert skiers. To get skiers to the top of the mountain, Le Massif has six lifts, which include one pulse gondola, two high-speed quads, one platter-type lift, one novice conveyor lift and one high-speed detachable quad. In addition to downhill trails, the resort has jib parks,
and access to off-trails.
In The News
Le Massif de Charlevoix occasionally hosts competitive downhill and Super G skiing on its steepest trail,
. When Le Massif isn't flooded with international expert skiers, it makes headlines with its director, creator of Cirque du Soleil.
purchased the mountain at the turn of the century, and since then, has strived to create an eco-friendly resort. Promising an energy-efficient resort, Gauthier has already opened a local year-round farmer's market and a tourist train service from Quebec City.
Cost
The cost for an
is $67, but there is an additional charge of $3 for a
, which helps identify skiers on the lifts. If a skier or snowboarder forgets his gear, Le Massif
. For a complete set of adult parabolic skis or a snowboard, the cost is $35. Offering three different skill levels, group lessons for children and adults are available with prices starting at $69. These packages include a two-hour lesson, a lift ticket and equipment rental.
Apres-Ski
Believing in convenience, Le Massif de Charlevoix offers
at the base and summit of the mountain. To make the stay more comfortable, the mountain is dotted with
. At the summit, patrons can visit Le Coteilleux Summit Pub, while at the base, Le Chouenneux Base Pub is most popular. Serving local nutritional foods ideal for skiers and snowboarders,
operates Mer et Monts Restaurant.
WATCH: Le Massif De Charlevoix
Enjoy Le Massif's trails with scenic views of the Saint Lawrence River.
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