Over 15 km of terrain outside the ski area boundaries, in the stunning mountains of Charlevoix, Quebec, are accessible with climbing skins or snowshoes for those who prefer alpine touring.
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Earn every turn with alpine touring
To access the alpine touring trails, you must sign a waiver and pay a daily access fee of $36. This provides you with a single lift ride via chairlift or gondola for quick access to the backcountry terrain. Alpine touring passes are available for pickup at the customer service offices at the summit or base lodges.
To obtain access, you must complete our Alpine touring waiver for every day of touring. Paper versions are also available at the customer service office. This waiver is designed for your safety, should you require emergency search and rescue.
| Single ride up (chairlift or gondola) | |
|---|---|
| Daily access |
$36 |
| Season pass |
$182 |
Note: For everyone's safety, no alpine touring passes will be issued after 2:00 p.m..
Non-transferable.
Taxes not included.
Rates in Canadian dollars subject to change without notice.
Touring lesson
Take a lesson with a certified mountain instructor to learn all the secrets of alpine touring at Le Massif de Charlevoix. Are you a beginner? We have all the rental equipment you need to get started safely.
Off-piste Area
The off-piste area is located on Mount à Liguori, north of the resort. There are three summits: 800 meters, 550 meters, and 425 meters, all accessible with climbing skins or by bootpacking. To access this area, you must have your alpine touring access pass or a valid lift ticket.
Liguori 800 summit is accessible via the Camp-Boule area, at the very start of La Fortin, where you’ll see a sign with a map of the area. Liguori 550 summit is accessible at the base of the Camp-Boule area. Liguori 425 is accessible via the bottom of Zone 4, in Liguori 550.
Trail Map
Alpine Touring Information
The Mont à Liguori area is located outside the secured boundaries of Le Massif ski area . This terrain is not maintained like the ski area. A valid day lift ticket is required. Never ski / ride in this area unless you are prepared for wilderness survival. If you decide to ski / ride in this area, be advised that it is not patrolled. You are responsible for your own actions, your own rescue, and the cost of your rescue (minimum fee $250), should you require help. Experts only. Extremely steep, narrow terrain. Unmarked natural obstacles exist throughout.
- Carry a cell phone or radio
- Wear helmet and goggles
- Always tour in groups of 3+; never venture into the alpine touring area by yourself
- Look before exiting the woods
- Avoid this area after 2:00 p.m.
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult
The ascent trails are marked with blue and white rectangles, as follows, or with blue ribbon:
| Name | Ascent | Start | Finish | Elevation | Estimated time | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Promenade / La Crête | 5.75 km | Bottom of La Charlevoix | Summit Maillard Sector | 680 meters | 3 h |
Promenade: easy Crête: very hard |
| Le Chalumeau | 4.85 km | * New marked trail Base of the gondola - Ascent in the Basilic bike trail - Crossing of the L'Ancienne ski trail - Ascent in the off-piste sector - Crossing of the La Racine trail - Ascent in the L'Aventurière hiking trail |
Summit of 550 (off trails 4-5) | 666 meters | 2.5 h | Easy to very hard |
| Name | Ascent | Start | Finish | Elevation | Estimated time | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Lugeron | 3.75 km | Sledding reception | Summit of Liguori (off trails 1-2-3) |
145 meters | 1 .5 h | Easy |
| Name | Ascent | Start | Finish | Elevation | Estimated time | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accès Liguori 550 | 0.82 km | Bottom of the Camp-Boule chairlift | Sommit of 550 (off trails 4-5) |
100 meters | 20–30 min | Easy |
| Accès Liguori 800 | 2 km | Bottom of the Camp-Boule chairlift | Summit of 800 (off trails 1-2-3) or back to the summit lodge |
338 meters | 1 h | Very hard |
Waiver for season pass holders/day ticket holders
It is essential to complete the waiver, even if you already have a season pass or day ticket. This allows us to increase safety services and provide search and rescue in the event of an emergency.
Safety notice
- Travel only on designated routes on the map. Respect signs, wildlife, and the environment.
- Respect the Mountain Code of Conduct at all times.
- Never descend an uphill access trail. Plan your descent in advance. Enter/exit the alpine touring area via our open trails or designated off-piste areas.
- Depart alpine touring trails no later than the respective closing times of the resort.
- Make sure you are physically fit and have appropriate clothing, food, and equipment.
- Knowledge of first aid and related equipment is an asset.
- The conditions, the temperature, and the difficulty of the terrain can vary. Ask our staff or get a guide, if needed.
- Do not venture into the alpine touring area alone. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Bring a fully charged cell phone; a GPS app is an asset in case of emergency.
* Le Massif reserves the right to charge a fee (minimum $250) for any request for assistance or evacuation outside of its operating hours, on marked and open trails or off-piste areas.