Mont du Lac des Cygnes, Autumn Edition
Mont du Lac des Cygnes is an amazing hike located in the Charlevoix region of Quebec. More specifically, it is situated in Grand-Jardins national park.
The hike is considered to be moderate, and it starts with a wide trail surrounded by the beautiful forest and views. From Lake Georges, the trail starts to become narrow, leading to wooden shelter structures in the wood that is mostly used during the .
The trail is well marked and maintained, and particularly beautiful during Autumn, with the colorful trees surrounding the vast landscape that makes it a favorite for those who love this .
From the lake to the top, and whatever the season is, hiking poles are a must. The end starts with a summit push and leads to a magnificent 360 degree view of the surrounding mountains.
The best times to hike this mountain during Autumn are from September through October, though the colors are significantly reduced and frost appears during the last 2 weeks.
The full trail consists of a 9 Km back and forth which includes a 200 meters summit push to reach the top.
The mountain is usually windy at the top, so windproof jackets and good protective gears are recommended.
Hike Stats for the Lac des Cygnes trail
Distance: 9 km / 5.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 480 meters
Difficulty: Moderate
Dog Friendly: Yes, on a leash
Toilets: Trail Start/Close to the lake
Duration: 3H 15m
How to get to the Trailhead
The trailhead can be easily found near the Welcome Cabin. You can use the map below to either find the parking lot, or check your waypoints.
Detailed Video of the Adventure
Hiking Pass
You will need a hiking pass that you can buy online or at the Welcome Cabin near the parking lot. The pass costs around 9$ (Subject to Change) per Hiker.
Where to Eat
La Malbaie is the closest town to the mountain. It has a variety of restaurants such as , which is a really cozy place to be in and has relaxing vibes.
Other hikes nearby
is an incredible hike, that leads you to a stunning viewpoint of the surrounding mountains.
Other attractions nearby
If you’re looking for other hikes to do during Autumn in Quebec, check the full detailed that I made!
Captured Moments
Lac des Cygnes Autumn Moment 1
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