The Best Resorts for Spring Skiing in Quebec
1. Spring Skiing at the Massif de Charlevoix
The Massif remains a must-ski every season. A true gem, both for its sublime scenery and thrilling descents, the Massif de Charlevoix’s mountain features 53 runs, 70% of which are groomed, as well as the backcountry area around Mont Ligori. Rising 710 metres above sea level, the Massif offers up splendid conditions every year thanks to abundant natural snow cover.
For spring skiing, the Massif has held its annual classic for nearly thirty years: the Massif Open. The ’80s-flavoured spring event will take place in the sun (at least we hope so!) with entertainment, a DJ, BBQ, an aerobics and stretching class, a Rossignol fashion show, a parade of participants with the best outfits, and zany après-ski festivities to the sound of Boy Band Story. This year, the Massif is adding a little novelty to its classic challenge by bringing back a forgotten discipline to create the New Wave Style Challenge. In teams of three to five people, this blend of free skiing and ballet is sure to dazzle the crowd! Mark your calendar for March 29!
Photo Credit: Jean-Sébastien Chartier-Plante
2. Spring Skiing at Sommet Morin Heights
Sommet Morin Heights is a convivial, family-friendly ski mountain with thirty-nine runs ranging in level from beginner to expert. Whether for alpine touring or a family outing, the mountain is a splendid place for spring skiing.
Spring skiing in the Laurentians is synonymous with the now highly renowned Pentapic. And this year, for the second consecutive year, the event will be live from Sommet Morin Heights! Dancing, sledding, and crazy tricks are on the agenda. This delightful day offers alpine touring ascensions in collaboration with Arc’teryx, snow park challenges designed by experts, water skiing (without a boat) and après-ski with a DJ that will keep you grooving until sunset. Get out your vintage sunglasses and best ski clothes, and buy your ticket—if there are any left! On April 5, Sommet Morin Heights is the place to be!
Photo Credit: Les Sommets
3. Spring Skiing at Mont Tremblant
The South Side alone is truly wonderful to ski in the spring! Spring skiing in Tremblant means amazing conditions, sunshine and sharing the fun.
The Mont Tremblant ski resort offers varied spring programming that runs through the end of the season. From the Festival Rando Alpine (an alpine touring festival) to the Legends Classic and Jamigos, all snow sports enthusiasts will find something they’re into.
Plus, from March 15 to April 13, après-ski will happen at Place St-Bernard with musical performances that will end your day with a bang. The can’t-miss event? The Caribou Cup, which takes place on April 5, features the classic water crossing at the foot of the slopes. It’s a blast!
Photo Credit: Mont Tremblant
4. Spring Skiing at the Massif du Sud
Le Massif du Sud is a true Quebec gem! The resort offers three sectors with a total of thirty-six runs, some of which aren’t groomed. Natural snow reigns supreme here! For more experienced skiers, the extreme sector offers seven glades. The beauty of the Massif du Sud lies in its abundant snow cover, which persists surprisingly long into the spring! Enjoy festive après-ski vibes with live music every Saturday—right up until the final weekend of the season.
5. Spring Skiing at Mont-Orford
Mont-Orford’s skiable terrain spans three mountainsides featuring 43 runs of all levels. With some serious steeps and an array of glades, Mont-Orford will appeal to both on-piste and touring enthusiasts.
Mont-Orford is well known for its touring sector, which is the most developed in the Eastern Townships. It’s even accessible for night skiing! You’re sure to have incredible adventures and experience stunning sunsets every time you visit Mont-Orford.
This spring, the mountain is offering activities so you can enjoy some beautiful days of skiing as the season draws to a close. The end-of-season party at Mont-Orford is the place to be. For March 29, 1976, Canada has concocted a day of spring skiing at its best: retro costumes, music by DJs Jean-Philippe, Del Arte and Forrest, Senudez, among others, cocktails, a festive atmosphere, and the infamous Retro Splash water basin. Feeling competitive? Join the challenge to break the world record for the longest shot ski! Note that a shuttle service is available from Sherbrooke and Magog.
Photo Credit: Mont Orford
