Saint-Paulin brings together several distinct reasons to stay: Le Pic du Loup features a mountain bike singletrack network, Chute à Magnan is fed by the water of the Rivière du Loup, and local milling history and honey products round out the picture. This lets you decide before your trip whether you would rather spend your time on the trails, enjoying the scenery, exploring history or discovering regional products.
Mountain Bike Singletrack at Le Pic du Loup
Le Pic du Loup in Saint-Paulin features a 25-kilometre network of mountain bike singletrack trails. The trail network includes easy enduro and cross-country routes as well as a range of difficulty levels. Trail features include tight turns, rocky sections and passages. When choosing a route, both its difficulty rating and the terrain matter, in addition to the overall network length. The 25 kilometres refer to the network, not necessarily to a single ride. Since access conditions can change, it is worth checking the operator’s latest notices before setting out.
Chute Ă Magnan: Waterfall and Local History
Chute à Magnan is in Saint-Paulin and is one of Québec’s four highest waterfalls. It is fed by the water of the Rivière du Loup. This gives the destination a clear focus on scenery alongside its mountain biking. If you take natural attractions into account when choosing a destination, the waterfall can be considered a distinct reason to visit Saint-Paulin.
The name Chute Ă Magnan also connects to local history. The site of the Saint-Paulin power station is known in the region as Chute Ă Magnan. The name recalls Augustin Magnan, who built the first sawmill and gristmill there. For travellers interested in the origins of local names as well as natural attractions, this provides a distinct cultural touchpoint.
Walking Path and Rest Area at Parc du Petit Galet
On June 20, 2024, the Municipality of Saint-Paulin opened a new walking path and an intergenerational rest area at Parc du Petit Galet. This offers a different focus from the mountain bike network, centring on the path and rest area. If you would like to include the park in your plans, check the latest conditions in advance. “Intergenerational” refers to connections between different generations.
Honey Products from Saint-Paulin
Miel La Piqûre is a producer in Saint-Paulin. Its offerings include raw and creamed honey, pollen and products made from them. This adds a specific culinary connection to the scenery, cycling and history. If local products play a role in your travel decisions, the range offers another point of interest. If you would like to visit Miel La Piqûre in person, arrange your visit with the producer in advance.
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