Get outdoors · Montreal, Canada

4 Outdoor Adventures Near Montreal

Hikes, viewpoints and wild days out, all reachable from Montreal without changing hotels.

Outdoor picks within 100 km of the city center, ranked by traveler review volume, 1 right in town. Distances computed from coordinates. Updated monthly.

  1. Place des Arts

    Park & naturein the cityFree entry

    Place des Arts is Montreal's largest cultural complex, located in the Westmount area (though actually in the Quartier des Spectacles).

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  2. St. Louis Square (Carre St-Louis)

    Park & nature3 km awayFree entry

    St. Louis Square is a serene green space nestled in the vibrant Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie district of Montreal.

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  3. Bfly

    Park & nature14 km awayFree entry

    Bfly is a unique park and nature attraction in Brossard, a suburb of Montreal, dedicated to butterflies and local biodiversity.

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  4. Champ-de-Mars

    Park & nature3 km awayFree entry

    Champ-de-Mars is a spacious urban park located in the heart of Old Montreal, just behind City Hall.

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How we pick these

Outdoor and active spots around Montreal — trails, viewpoints, water and adrenaline — ranked by real review volume out of the 36 places we track. Updated monthly.

Good to know

Check the season

Some activities near Montreal are weather- or season-dependent, so confirm they're running.

Book guided trips ahead

Popular tours and rentals sell out on weekends and holidays.

Pack for changes

Bring layers and water; outdoor conditions shift faster than in the city.

Common questions

What outdoor activities are there in Montreal?+

The list above covers the top-rated active things to do in and around Montreal, from easy walks to bigger adventures.

Is Montreal good for adventure travel?+

Yes — this page ranks the outdoor experiences visitors rate most highly.

Do you need to book activities in advance?+

Guided and equipment-based activities are best booked ahead, especially in peak season.

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