Thru-hike of 74 km
This new route will be available soon! Call us for more information!
This fabulous outdoor experience offers adventure-seekers the chance to take on a real personal challenge while wandering through diverse ecosystems. The route, which is marked but not mechanically groomed in winter, is reserved for experienced skiers and regular hikers.
The route covers the second half of the Traversée de Charlevoix, as well as the entire Orignac trail.
*Winter route only available as of winter 25-26
The map does not yet show the correct route. It will be updated in the upcoming weeks.
The route
- Our formula offers an unguided hike in the heart of nature on a well-marked trail where the terrain sometimes requires a good deal of experience.
- From the Natioanl Park of the Hautes-Gorges to St-Siméon
- 74 km with a total altitude of: +2527 m / -1893 m (cabins: Geai Bleu, Coyote, Épervier, cabin on the Orignac*)
- Booking in advance is mandatory, and you must check in at the visitor center (km 10.6 on route 381) for registration and information.
- Hiking can be done from late May until snowfall, i.e. towards the end of October.
- During hunting season, it is necessary to wear an orange bib (sale/rental available) and the presence of dogs is not permitted.
If you would like to complete the hike with your dog, please call to make your reservation.
Information at a glance
4 nights / 5 days
or 5 nights / 6 days (spending a night at ÖBois Charlevoix)
Accomodation in cabins or camping
Self-sufficient or baggages transportation possible
vehicle transfer
(up to BSP only)
food drops possible
15-20 km/day
Total elevation
+ 2527 m / – 1893 m
Visit our services for more details and our rates.
The Half-Crossing in winter
- The winter excursion runs from late December to late March and is carried out exclusively on skis. Nordic skis are recommended. Classic cross-country skis, touring skis or even Hok skis (snowshoe skis) are not recommended.
- Skins are strongly recommended for both steep ascents and descents (rental available).
- The use of a sled is also not recommended. The type of terrain makes its use very difficult, if not impossible.
- Snowshoes are only allowed in exceptional cases at the beginning and end of the season when conditions are not favorable for skis.
- As we cannot guarantee skiable conditions all winter long, you will have to adapt your equipment according to our recommendations. Climate change is more and more present each year, and we need to be resilient.
Accomodation
Throughout your trip, you’ll have the chance to sleep each night in one of our 12-person cabins or on our rustic campsites.
See the list of equipment available in each cabin.
Daily itinerary
Day 1 (Park of the Hautes Gorges – Geai Bleu)
Walking and skiing: 6 km (from the Félix Antoine Savard reception/Parc of the Hautes Gorges)
Day 2 (Geai Bleu – Coyote)
Walking and skiing: 16,2 km
Day 3 (Coyote – Épervier)
Walking and skiing: 19,7 km
Day 4 (Épervier – Cabin on the trail of the Orignac*)
Walking and skiing: about 14 Km
Jour 5 (Cabin on the Orignac* – Saint Siméon)
Walking and skiing: about 19 km
It is also possible to spend an extra night at ÖBois Charlevoix, 13 km from the refuge on the Orignac. You’ll then need travel about 7 km to reach St-Siméon. Contact ÖBois Charlevoix directly to make your reservation.
*The name of the cabin will be revealed at the official inauguration.