Get outdoors · Montreal, Canada
4 Outdoor Adventures Near Montreal
When the city is done with you: the outdoors within 100 km of Montreal, ranked by the travelers who went.
Outdoor picks within 100 km of the city center, ranked by traveler review volume, 1 right in town. Distances computed from coordinates. Updated monthly.
Place des Arts
Park & naturein the cityFree entryPlace des Arts is Montreal's largest cultural complex, located in the Westmount area (though actually in the Quartier des Spectacles).
Read our full guide →St. Louis Square (Carre St-Louis)
Park & nature3 km awayFree entrySt. Louis Square is a serene green space nestled in the vibrant Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie district of Montreal.
Read our full guide →Bfly
Park & nature14 km awayFree entryBfly is a unique park and nature attraction in Brossard, a suburb of Montreal, dedicated to butterflies and local biodiversity.
Read our full guide →Champ-de-Mars
Park & nature3 km awayFree entryChamp-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
Some activities near Montreal are weather- or season-dependent, so confirm they're running.
Popular tours and rentals sell out on weekends and holidays.
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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