Trails conditions

Hiking Biking

Équipement recommandé – Camping

April 25, 2023

  • Drinkable water is available at the Shannahan reception and at the Shannahan Campsite.
  • Otherwise, water on the Vallée Bras-du-Nord territory is not considered drinkable. We strongly advise you to boil your water, bring a filter or a water purification treatment (e.g. Pristine) to treat it).
  • Utensils, dishes and pots
  • Dishwashing equipment; biodegradable dishwashing soap, dishcloths and dishcloths
  • Stove and fuel
  • Sufficient food for the duration of your stay
  • Tent, sleeping bag and mattress
  • Newsprint, firelighters and matches
  • Light source (lantern and/or candles)
  • Flashlight or headlamp with spare batteries
  • Change of clothes
  • Walking boots or shoes
  • First aid kit
  • Hygiene kit and medication, if applicable
  • Repair kit adapted to your equipment
  • Fly oil (particularly in May and June)
  • Cell phone (only works in a few places on the trails; usually on the top of some mountains)
  • Toilet paper
  • Garbage bags to bring back ALL YOUR WASTE PLEASE

It's a good idea to plan for every eventuality. In the event of bad weather or even an accident, you may have to stay in one place for a long time, waiting for the weather to improve or for help to arrive.