Discover the soft sandy beaches of the Rouge River on our non-guided Rouge River kayak, paddleboard and canoeing trips in Mont Tremblant.
Summary Description
Highlights
- Canoe, kayak, or paddleboard (SUP) rental and up river transport
- Several great swimming spots
- Suitable for beginners
Description
Discover Rouge River kayaking and the soft sandy beaches of the Rouge River. We offer multiple non-guided kayak, paddleboard and canoeing trips in Mont Tremblant. There are several great swimming spots (most beaches are public land), and you can bring your lunch and have a picnic on the shore of the river. The Rouge river is CALM and most parts are very shallow. Our 12 km (half day) section of river is in a rural setting, so expect to see some farms and cottages.
Includes a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard (SUP) rental and up river transport. Our staff will provide you with the equipment, help you launch and give you some basic instructions.
Our non-guided Rouge River kayak, paddleboard and canoe activities in Mont Tremblant are suitable for beginners. Kayaks are easier to control and more stable than canoes. Paddleboards are more difficult and require good balance.
Helpful hint! If you choose to canoe, itâs important to understand that canoes are designed for 2 people and have only 2 seats. It is possible to put 3 if one is a child who will sit on the floor, but we do not recommend putting 4 in a canoe. Children under 10 years old probably wonât want to paddle the whole time, so they should go in a canoe with an adult or ride in a kayak that could be towed. The best configuration puts at least 1 adult per canoe, no more than 2 adults or 2 adults + 2 small children in a canoe (1 adult with 3 children wonât work in 1 canoe). Extra participants can take a kayak or paddleboard.
12 km â You will leave your car at the starting point of our rental centre. A shuttle will take you to the water and you will descend the river back to your car.
If you have your own canoe/kayak/paddleboard, we also offer the option to have the transport service only (price per boat).
There are several canoeing/kayaking activities offered in the area, see our comparison table.
Know before you book :
Know before you go:
Additional information :
Included / Excluded
- Boat & paddles
- Life jackets
- Shuttle
- Lunch/drinks
Start / End Locations
Start Location: 2123 Place des Tulipes, La Conception, QC, Canada
Start Location Notes: CANOE, KAYAK, PADDLEBOARD - ROUGE RIVER 2123 Place des Tulipes, La Conception (QC) Please call 819-322-6880 or 819-681-4853 if you need assistance with meeting point directions. http://goo.gl/maps/MKl3f
Start Location Directions: DIRECTIONS FROM TREMBLANT RESORT - 17 minutes driving time 1. Exit Tremblant and drive towards the roundabout at the north end of Montée Ryan facing Lac Tremblant. Go around the roundabout and onto Montée Ryan, heading away from the lake, towards Montreal and hwy 117. 2. At the next large traffic-circle adjacent to the Tourist Information Centre continue on Montée Ryan. 3. At the end of Montée Ryan turn right at the lights towards Mont-Laurier to get onto Highway 117 North. The on-ramp is between the highway and the Tim Hortons. 4. Drive 7 km, and before passing over the Rouge River, take Exit 126 toward La Conception/ Route des Tulipes. 5. As soon as you take the exit, turn left on Rte des Tulipes to go down the hill. 6. At the stop sign turn left onto Rte des Tulipes and pass under the highway. Go straight thru the next stop sign and continue 50 meters. Turn right onto Place des Tulipes. 7. Park at the first building on the left with a yellow sign saying Pause Plein Air. You will be greeted here. DIRECTIONS FROM OLD TREMBLANT VILLAGE - 17 minutes driving time 1. Take Ch. du village from the Old village heading south. You should pass the church on your left as you leave the village otherwise you are heading the wrong way. 2. After a couple of minutes you will pass the fire station on your right then cross a bridge over the Diable River. You will arrive at the large traffic-circle adjacent to the Tourist Information Centre. 3. Take your first right onto Montee Ryan towards highway 117 - Montreal. 4. At the end of Montée Ryan turn right at the lights towards Mont-Laurier to get onto Highway 117 North. The on-ramp is between the highway and the Tim Hortons. 5. Drive 7 km, and before passing over the Rouge River, take Exit 126 toward La Conception/ Route des Tulipes. 6. As soon as you take the exit, turn left on Rte des Tulipes to go down the hill. 7. At the stop sign turn left onto Rte des Tulipes and pass under the highway. Go straight thru the next stop sign and continue 50 meters. Turn right onto Place des Tulipes 8. Park at the first building on the left with a yellow sign saying Pause Plein Air. You will be greeted here. DIRECTIONS FROM ST-JOVITE AREA - MONT-TREMBLANT - 8 minute drive 1. Get onto Highway 117 north. 2. Pass Exit 119 for Tremblant and continue North Bound. 3. Drive for 7 km, and before passing over the Rouge River, take Exit 126 toward La Conception/ Route des Tulipes. 4. As soon as you take the exit, turn left on Rte des Tulipes to go down the hill. 5. At the stop sign turn left onto Rte des Tulipes and pass under the highway. Go straight thru the next stop sign and continue 50 meters. Turn right onto Place des Tulipes 6. Park at the first building on the left with a yellow sign saying Pause Plein Air. You will be greeted here. DIRECTIONS FROM MONTREAL - 2h drive: 1. Take autoroute 15 North to Ste-Agathe. After Sainte-Agathe, the 15 North merges with hwy 117. 2. Follow ''DIRECTIONS FROM ST-JOVITE AREA - MONT-TREMBLANT'' above. DIRECTIONS FROM OTTAWA - 2.5h drive: 1. Take autoroute 50 East. 2. Take 323 North to Mont-Tremblant. 3. Turn left to get on hwy 117 North in Mont-Tremblant. 4. Follow ''DIRECTIONS FROM ST-JOVITE AREA - MONT-TREMBLANT'' above.
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Canoe: Maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children (12 years and under) per canoe. Minimum 20lbs / 10 kg (for life jackets).
- Kayak: Children 12 years and and under must be accompanied by a person 16 years or over. Minimum 20lbs / 10 kg (for life jackets).
- Paddleboard: Minimum 13 years old. Maximum 250 lbs / 113 kg.
- Youth of 15 years old and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 years+.
- Canteen on site â Light meals and snacks available ($).
- Waterproof bag available for rental on site ($).
- Calm dogs on a leash are allowed.
- We recommend to take a morning departure so you can enjoy a full day experience with a picnic on the beach.
- Please dress appropriately for your decent on the Rouge River. See our âWhat to Wearâ section. https://www.tremblantactivities.com/what-to-wear
- Be back to reception no later than 7 p.m.
- We recommend that you bring snacks, water and sunscreen.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours
Cancellation Notes: <b>CHANGE AND CANCELLATION POLICIES</b> Requests for Changes or Cancellations to an existing reservation that are time sensitive, must be made verbally to a member of The Tremblant Activity Centre staff during working hours. 1. Cancellations or changes to all reservations within 48 hours of the start date/time are non-refundable (unless otherwise specified) (14 days for camping, cabins, treehouses). No shows or late arrivals are non-refundable. 2. Cancellations or changes to all reservations made prior to 48 hours from the start date/time are subject to a 20% charge of the total reservation amount (unless otherwise specified) (not applicable for our camping, cabins, treehouses). 3. We reserve the right to cancel an activity without notice(even though we will always try to let you know as soon as we cancel). This would normally be for, but is not limited to, safety and security reasons, climatic conditions, or equipment failure. In such cases an alternative date or full refund will be provided at your option. Gift Certificates Gift-certificates and gift cards are non refundable. Our gift certificates for a specific dollar amount never expire. Our gift certificates for a specific activity are valid only for a period of 3 months since activity prices change from season to season. After three months, certificates for a specific activity are redeemable for the original amount paid, and a surplus may need to so that it matches the latest price.
Options and Pricing
The canoes are designed for 2 people and have only 2 seats. A 3rd person will need to sit on the bottom of the boat. It is possible to board 2 adults and 2 small children in a canoe, but it will be tight. Don't expect children under the age of 10 to be motivated to paddle for the duration of the trip; they should be in a canoe or a double kayak with an adult. Kayaks are easier to control and more stable than canoes. Paddleboards are more difficult and require good balance. Must be back at 7:00 PM at the latest (or when the sun is down)
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Terms and Conditions
RESERVATION POLICIES
1. Please dress appropriately for the activity that you plan to do.
Ask if you are unsure or see : What to wear
2. It is your responsibility to be at the meeting/pick up point on time, otherwise the activity will take place without you. Please do not hesitate to contact us in advance if you are unsure of any information or driving directions.
3. Please note that there is an element of risk in all outdoor activities. For most of our activities we will require you to sign a waiver form(assumption of risk). Some of our activities including 4Ă4 and Snowmobile tours will require drivers to show a valid driving license and leave a security damage deposit on a credit card.
4. Full payment will be taken immediately at time of reservation. All payments are taken in Canadian Dollars.
5. We accept no responsibility for emails that we deliver to your email host that are not in turn delivered to your inbox, or are removed by your spam filter.
6. Prices do not include taxes or mandatory resort royalty of 3%.
Additional Information
FAQ
When should I reserve?
A day in advance is sufficient. Even the day of the activity we often have availability.
Is the river calm?
Yes. There are no rapids on the river.
Can I do this self-guided activity if it is my first time canoeing?
We donât recommend canoeing if you have not paddled a canoe before. Canoes require a bit of technique to maneouvre. Rent kayaks instead.
What is the difference between this and the Diable River self trip in the national park?
The river is wider with more sun.
This is not a wilderness setting, so less chances to see wildlife. You will pass chalets and farms.
The Rouge River has more beaches.
The Rouge River has fewer bugs.
The Rouge River is closer from Tremblant resort.
There are several canot/ kayak / paddleboard activities offered in the area, see our comparison table.
