December 10, 2025 - For a truly epic Nordic ski adventure, the Traversée de Charlevoix in Quebec is a one-of-a-kind national treasure and their fabulous do-it-yourself trips now range from 43km to 127km that end ‘’by the sea,” the St. Lawrence River.

The traditional Traversée de Charlevoix route takes skiers 105km from St-Urbain to Mont Grand Fonds. But with the completion of the new Uapishtan hut last year, the organization now offers a new 127km route, Le Sentier de l’Orignac, from St-Urbain to St-Siméon, dubbed ‘’The crossing from the Mountains to the Sea’’ route.

The challenging, well marked routes offer up to +3982m/–4720m of elevation gain/loss and abundant snow warrants Nordic skis or very light touring skis — conditions dependent. The use of skins is highly recommended.

The rustic cabins, which can accommodate up to 12 people, are well-equipped but with no running water and only solar energy. All cabins are near a water source, and it’s possible to charge small devices via USB, like a cellphone or GPS.

Cabins can be rented, for exclusive group trips, and services such as luggage and food transportation, or food drops by snowmobile, are also available. Fully guided expeditions are offered by Quatre Natures.

Just two hours from Quebec City, La Traversée de Charlevoix is a bucket-list Nordic ski adventure that offers a mystical route along one of the most beautiful wilderness trails in the province.

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