Québec has some of the best sport, ice, and multi-pitch climbing in Canada. The primary crags are centered around the Laurentian Mountains, north of Montréal. Québec has a storied history of climbing festivals, and has revamped and rebooted the famous Festiglace Ice Climbing Festival, pictured above.
Where to climb
Laurentides
Location
The Laurentians begin just north of Montréal, making them one of Québec's most accessible mountain regions for outdoor activities. The mountain range extends northeast for 1,400 km upwards through Labrador. As you travel further north past Québec City, the range reaches its maximum peaks in the Réserve faunique des Laurentides.
History
The Laurentian Mountains are among the oldest mountain ranges in the world. Formed during the Precambrian age, some of the rocks date back more than one billion years.
Highlighted crag: Mont-Tremblant
Mont-Tremblant is an ideal place to learn ice climbing, offering close-by approaches, guided instruction, and the option to pair your climb with other winter activities like skiing, dining, and frozen maple syrup.
Book a guide
Book a guided course in Québec
If you're looking to ice climb in Québec, taking a lesson with a qualified guide is one of the best, and most cost-effective, ways to get started. We partner with La Liberté Nord-Sud, one of Canada's top guiding companies. You can join one of their public courses or build a fully custom, private guided ice climbing day.
Learning from a knowledgeable local guide helps you develop the right skills while climbing at the area's best crags, ensuring a safe, fun, and rewarding experience. Your instructor also provides all the necessary technical equipment, saving you from having to purchase expensive ice climbing gear.
On Climb Onsight, you'll find professional guides who have been guiding rock and ice climbing in Québec for years! These guides can show you remote parts of the province, while teaching you the basics of ice climbing or advanced rope rescue skills. These Québec-based guides bring unmatched local knowledge, technical expertise, and a deep passion for the outdoors.
